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Electrical Trades
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Learning Objectives
Identify the basic hand tools used in the electrical trades.
Select the essential tools for each specific job.
Maintain and use these tools safely.
List factors to consider when purchasing hand tools.
The Electrician’s Tool Pouch
The Electrician’s tool pouch is essential in that it helps kept electrical tools organized. The tool pouch allows the right tools at hand which makes the job more efficient.
The electrician must have proper tools for the job.
Tools must be maintain and kept in good working condition.
Certain tools are essential, and without them the electrician should not attempt to do any type of wiring.
Listed are the basic hand tools that are essential to electrical wiring.
Rules for care of hand tools
There are many more hand and power tools that electricians will use in residential and commercial wiring.
All tools should be used only for the purpose intended.
It is the electrician’s responsibility to keep his or her tools sharp, clean, and lubricated.
A well maintained tool has a longer life and is safer than an improperly maintained tool.
Repair tools when possible, but discard worn or damaged tools.
Factors For Purchasing Tools
Factors to consider when purchasing
tools are size, design, and quality.
Always purchase the correct sized tools for the work to be done.
Tools should be designed specifically for electrical work. Ex: Insulated handles, hammers with straight claws.
The purchase of quality tools last longer which saves replacement cost.