COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

Sector : Electrical and Electronic Sector

Qualification Title : Electrical Installation and Maintenance NCII

Unit of Competency : Use Hand Tools

Module Title : Using Hand Tools

Technical Education & Skills Development Authority

ILIGAN COMPUTER INSTITUTE
Iligan City

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 HOW TO USE THIS COMPETENCY – BASED LEARNING MATERIALS

Welcome!
The unit of competency, “Use Hand Tools” is one of the competencies of
ELECRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NCII, a course which comprises
the knowledge, skills and attitude on identifying and preparing hand tools required
for a TVET trainee to possess.
The module, Use Hand tools, contains training materials and activities
related to planning and preparing tools for tasks to be undertaken, Preparing hand
tools, Using appropriate hand tools and test equipment, Maintaining hand tools. In
this module, you are required to go through a series of learning activities in order
to complete each learning outcome. In each learning outcome are Information
Sheets, Self-checks, Operation Sheet and Task/Job Sheets. Follow and perform
the activities on your own. If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask for
assistance from your facilitator.
Remember to:
 Work through all the information and complete the activities in each section.

 Read information sheets and complete the self-check. Suggested references

are included to supplement the materials provided in his module

 Most probably, your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager. He is

there to support you and show you to do the correct way to do things.

 You will be given plenty of opportunities to ask questions and practice on the
job. Make sure you practice your new skills during regular work shift. This
way, you will improve your speed, memory and your confidence.

 Use the Self-check, Operation Sheets or Task or Job Sheet at the end of each
section to test your own progress. Use the performance Criteria Checklist or
Procedural Checklist located after the sheet to check your own performance.

 When you feel confident that you have had sufficient practice, ask your
Trainer to evaluate you. The result of your assessment will be recorded in
you Progress Chart and Accomplishment Chart.

You need to complete this module before you can perform the next module,
Occupational Safety and Health.

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 COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIALS
List of Competencies

No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code

ELC311205
1. Use Hand Tools Using Hand Tools

Perform Mensuration Performing Mensuration ELC311201

2.
and Calculation and Calculation

Preparing and
Prepare and Interpret ELC311202
3. interpreting Technical
Technical Drawing
Drawing

Terminate and Terminating and

Connect Electrical Connecting Electrical ELC311206
4.
Wiring and Electronic Wiring and Electronic
Circuits Circuits

Perform roughing-in
Performing roughing-in
activities, wiring and
activities, wiring and
cabling works for
cabling works for single- ELC741301
5. single-phase
phase distribution,
distribution, power,
power, lighting and
lighting and auxiliary
auxiliary systems
systems

Install electrical Installing electrical

protective devices for protective devices for
distribution, power, distribution, power, ELC741302
6.
lighting, auxiliary, lighting, auxiliary,
lightning protection lightning protection and
and grounding systems grounding systems

Installing wiring devices

Install wiring devices of
of floor and wall
floor and wall mounted
mounted outlets,
7. outlets, lighting
lighting
fixtures/switches, and
fixtures/switches, and
auxiliary outlets
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 MODULE CONTENT

Qualification Title : Electrical Installation and Maintenance NCII

Unit of Competency : Use Hand Tools
Module Title : Using Hand Tools

Introduction
This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in preparing
hand tools in electrical installation and maintenance NCII. This module includes
preparing hand tools in EIM NCII, such as identifying different types of hand tools,
function, operation of hand tools, proper use of hand tools, storing of hand tools
and maintaining the condition of hand tools.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module, you must be able to:
1. Plan and prepare for tasks to be undertaken
2. Prepare hand tools
3. Use appropriate hand tools and test equipment.
4. Maintain hand tools
Assessment Criteria:
1. Appropriate training facilities/resources are prepared based on the session
requirement.
2. Learning stations are prepared & set-up according to learning activities.
3. Tools and equipment are prepared and set-up according to learning
activities.
4. Pre-assessment instruments are prepared in accordance with the number of
leaners.
5. Contents and procedures of pre-training assessment are explained according
to guidelines.
6. Evidence is gathered using the assessment tools specified in the evidence
plan.
7. Evidence are evaluated and feedback are discussed based on te results of the
pre-training assessment.

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LEARNING OUTCOME #1 Plan and prepare for tasks to be
undertaken
CONTENTS:
1. Identification of different types of hand tools and their uses.
2. Function, operation and common faults in electrical/electronic hand tools

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Tasks to be undertaken are properly identified.

2. Appropriate hand tools are identified and selected according to the task
requirements.
CONDITION:
Students/trainees must be provided with the following:
1. WORKPLACE LOCATION
2. TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
Computer, LCD projector, CD’s, pen, paper, electrical tools, TRAINING
MATERIALS
Competency Based Learning Materials
3. VIDEO PROGRAM

ASSESSMENT METHOD
Written test
Performance test
Interview

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 Learning Experiences
Learning Outcome #1 Plan and prepare for tasks to be undertaken
Learning Activities
Read information sheet 1.1-1
Answer Self-check 1.1-1
Perform task sheet 1.1-1
Read Information 1.1-2
Answer Self-check 1.1-2
Perform Job sheet 1.1-2
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Read and understand the information
sheet 1.2-1 and check yourself by
answering the Self-check 1.2-1. You
must answer all questions correctly
before proceeding to the next activity.
Task sheet 1.2-1 will help you practice
your skills.
You may refer to the Training Activity
Matrix
The Performance Criteria checklist 1.2-1
will guide and help you evaluate your
work as you are practicing your skills.
Evaluate your own work using the
Performance Criteria 1.2-1. When you
are ready present your work to your
trainer for final evaluation and
recording
If you have questions about the use of
the matrix please ask your trainer
Read and understand the information
sheet 1.2-2 and check yourself by
answering the Self-check 1.2-2. You
must answer all questions correctly
before proceeding to the next activity.
Job sheets 1.2-2 will help you practice
your skills.
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Read information sheet 1.1-3
Answer Self-check 1.1-3
Perform Task sheet 1.1-3
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You may refer to the Training Activity
Matrix
The Performance Criteria checklist 1.2-2
will guide and help you evaluate your
work as you are practicing your skills.
Evaluate your own work using the
Performance Criteria 1.2-2. When you
are ready present your work to your
trainer for final evaluation and
recording
If you have questions about the use of
the matrix please ask your trainer
Read and understand the information
sheet 1.2-3 and check yourself by
answering the Self-check 1.2-3. You
must answer all questions correctly
before proceeding to the next activity.
Task sheets 1.2-3 will help you practice
your skills.
You may refer to the Training Activity
Matrix
The Performance Criteria checklist 1.2-3
will guide and help you evaluate your
work as you are practicing your skills.
Evaluate your own work using the
Performance Criteria 1.2-3. When you
are ready present your work to your
trainer for final evaluation and
recording
If you have questions about the use of
the matrix please ask your trainer
After doing all activities of this LO, you
are ready to proceed to the next LO on
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 Information Sheet 1.1-1
Plan and prepare for tasks to be undertaken

Learning Objectives:
After reading this Information Sheet, you must be able to:
1. Identify the different types of electrical hand tools
2. Determine the function and uses of electrical hand tools.
3. Classify electrical hand tools depending on its function.

In LO 1 of the Module on Use Hand Tools, you can identify and enumerate
the different types of electrical hand tools. This module includes identification of
different types of hand tools and its function/uses and classification of hand tools
depending on its function.

In this session we will discuss the different types of hand tools and its
function and uses.

Electrical task can be accomplished systematically to save time, effort, and

resources. Most of the work cannot be done using bare hands. To do the task,
electrical tools or equipment are needed to perform the job. This lesson will discuss
the function/use of each tool or equipment used in electrical wiring installations.
Electrical hand tools are those that are held in the hand by electrician or
anybody working with electrical jobs as an aid to make the task efficiently,
correctly and safely. These tools can be manually operated or by engine which are
called power tools. The following are the most common tools which are used in
electrical jobs:

A. Screw Divers - These tools are made of steel hardened and tempered at the
tip used to loosen or tighten screws with slotted heads. They come in various
sizes and shapes.

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 Types of Screw Drivers and its Function

1. Standard/Flat Screw Driver. The blade

tip is wedge-shaped and resembles a
negative (-) sign. This is used to drive
screws with a single slot head.

2. Philips Screw Driver. This has a cross

tip resembling a positive (+) sign. This is
used to drive screws with cross slot
heads.

3. Stubby Screw Driver. It comes in either

Standard or Philips screw driver with
short shank or blade and a shorted
handle used to turn screws in tight
space where standard screw driver
cannot be used.

4. Allen Screw Driver/Wrench. This

could be in the shape of a screw driver
or a wrench. Its function is to drive
screw with hexagonal slot head.

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B. Electrical Pliers. These made from metal with insulators in the handle and
are used for cutting, twisting, bending, holding, and gripping wires and
cables.

Types of Pliers and its Function

1. Combination Pliers (Lineman’s

Pliers). This is used for gripping,
holding, and cutting electrical wires
and cables and even small nails. They
are usually used by linemen in doing
heavy tasks.

2. Side Cutting Pliers. This type of pliers

is used for cutting fine, medium and
big wires and cables.

3. Long Nose Pliers. This is used for

cutting and holding fine wires. This
can reach tight space or small opening
where other pliers cannot reach and
also used in making terminal loops of
copper wires.

C. Wire Stripper- A tool used for

removing insulation of medium sized
wires ranging from gauge #10 to gauge
#16. It is done by rotating it around
the insulation while applying pressure
in order to make a cut around the
insulation.

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D. Electrician's Knife. This is used by
linemen to remove insulation of wire
and cables in low and high voltage
transmission lines. The cutting blade is
easily pulled out of the sheath by the
fingers, but once pulled out, it is held
stable by means of a pair of support
pins.

E. Claw Hammer. A hammer is a tool

meant to deliver an impact to an object.
The most common uses for hammers are
to drive nails, fit parts, forge metal and
break apart objects. In electrical work it
is used in driving staples, nails, etc.

F. Hacksaw. A fine-toothed saw, originally

and principally for cutting metal. They
can also cut various other materials,
such as plastic and wood; for example,
plumbers and electricians often cut
plastic pipe and plastic conduit with
them.

G. Portable Electric drill. A small drilling

machine with a chuck capacity of ¼‖ to
3/8‖. It is used in making holes on metal
sheets and concrete walls.

H. Portable Grinder. It is a lightweight,

hand-operated machine tool. The portable
grinder is used in the field or maintenance
shop to grind excess metal from welds,
remove rust, and for special finishing
operations around the work area.

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 I. Pull Push Rule. A push pull rule is a
measuring tape that coils into a compact
case. It is used in measuring conduit and
cable in electrical wiring jobs.

J. Flash Light. A hand-held portable

electrically-powered light source, and is
often called a Torch in other areas. outside
of North America. It is used when you need
some extra light for dark places, or when
the power is off while working on existing
systems.

K. Circuit Testers. These are used for

checking shorts, opens, resistance,
capacitance, and other basic quantities
which will show whether the assembly or
wiring job was correctly fabricated.
a) Continuity Tester. A kind of tester used
to determine if an electrical path can be
established between two points; that is if an
electrical circuit can be made.
b) Multi Tester or Multi-meter. Volt-Ohm
meter is an electronic measuring instrument
that combines several measurement
functions in one unit. It has the ability to
measure voltage, current, and resistance.

Reminders:
In doing wiring installation task tools must be used according to its function
and uses. Improper use of tools may led to damaging the tools and most cause of
accident or injuries.

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 Classification of Tools and Equipment

A tool is a device that can be used to produce an item or accomplish a task, but
that is not consumed in the process. It can be considered as extension of the
human hand thus increasing speed, power, and accuracy and on the other hands
equipment includes any machine powered by electricity.

1. Hand tools are tools manipulated by hands without using electrical energy
such as: puller, hacksaw, pull-push rule, pliers, hammer, and others.

2. Machine/Power tools are tools manipulated by our hands and with the use
of electrical energy such as: electric drill, grinding wheels, vacuum cleaner
and others.

3. Pneumatic tools are tools or instruments activated by air pressure.

Pneumatic tools are designed around three basic devices: the air cylinder, the
vane motor, and the sprayer.

A. Hand tools

They include screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, wrenches and pullers.

1. Screwdrivers are used to drive, or turn screws. The common type has a
single flat blade for driving screws with slotted heads. The other type has
the cross slotted head.

2. Hammers are mostly used tools in the shop. They should be gripped at
the end of the handle.

3. Pliers are specified types of adjustable wrenches. The two legs move on a
pivot so that items of various sizes can be gripped.

4. Wrenches are used to turn screws, nuts and bolts with hexagonal heads.
―Hexagonal means six-sided. A variety of wrenches are used in the shop.

5. Pullers are used to remove gears and hubs from shafts, bushings from
blind holes, and cylinders’ liners from the engine blocks.

B. Machine/Power Tools

1. Electric drill has an electric motor that drives a chuck.

The chuck has jaws that can be opened and then closed
to grip a drill kit.

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 2. Grinding tool can be ei ther bench-mounted or
installed on a pedestal. They may either have a
grinding wheel, view wheel, or two grinding wheels.

3. Vacuum cleaner is used for cleaning the floor and

car interiors after service.

C. Pneumatic tools

1. Pneumatic Torque Wrench. This wrench uses

compressed air to quickly and powerfully turn
nuts, bolts, and other objects.

2. Air chisel uses reciprocating motion to drive a

cutting hammering tool. An air hammer drives
a chisel to cut off a nut that has frozen to a
stud. It can be used with a variety of tools-
cutters and punches to do many jobs.

3. Air drill is lighter than a comparable electric

drill. Repeatedly stalling or overloading does not
damage or overheat the air drill.

4. Air racket uses the sockets and attachments

from a standard socket set.

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 Self-Check 1.1-1

Directions: Read the statement carefully and identify what is being described or
defined.
______________1. This is used for griping, holding, cutting electrical wires and
cables and even small nails. Usually used by linemen in doing heavy tasks.
______________2. Used for cutting and holding fine wires. This can reach tight
space or small opening where other pliers cannot reach and also used in making
terminal loops of copper wires.
______________3. This has a cross tip resembling a positive (+) sign. It is used to
drive screws with cross slot heads.
______________4. This is tools used in driving or pounding and pulling out nails.
______________5. A tool used for removing insulation of medium sized wires
ranging from gauge #10 to gauge #16.
______________6. A small drilling machine with a chuck capacity of ¼‖ to 3/8‖. It is
used in making holes on metal sheets and concrete walls.
______________7. Comes in either Standard or Philips screw driver with short
shank or blade and shorted handle used to turn screws in tight space where
standard screw driver cannot be used.
______________8. Used by linemen to remove insulation of wire and cables in low
and high voltage transmission lines.

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 Answer key 1.1-1

1. Combination Pliers
2. Long nose Pliers
3. Philip screw driver
4. Hammer
5. Wire Stripper
6. Portable Electric Drill
7. Stubby Screw Driver
8. Electricians Knife

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LEARNING OUTCOME #2 Prepare hand tools
CONTENTS:
1. Identifying and checking hand tools
2. Marking of safe or unsafe/ faulty hand tools
3. Proper use of hand tools
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
4. Appropriate hand tools are checked for proper operation and safety
5 Unsafe or faulty tools are identified and marked for repair according to standard
company procedure .

CONDITION:
Students/trainees must be provided with the following:
4. WORKPLACE LOCATION
5. TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
Computer, LCD projector, CD’s, pen, paper, electrical tools, TRAINING
MATERIALS
Competency Based Learning Materials
6. VIDEO PROGRAM

ASSESSMENT METHOD
Written test
Performance test
Interview

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 Information Sheet 1.2-1

Prepare Hand Tools

Learning Objectives:
After reading this Information Sheet, you must be able to:
1. Identifying and checking hand tools
2. Marking of safe or unsafe/ faulty ha-nd tools
3. Proper use of hand tools

In LO 2 of the Module on Prepare Hand Tools, you can have the knowledge
on identifying the functional and non-functional tools used in electrical
installation. This module includes Identifying and checking hand tools, Marking of
safe or unsafe/ faulty hand tools, and Proper use of hand tools.

In the previous lesson, you identified the different hand tools used in
electrical wiring installation and its function.

In this module we will discuss the importance of electrical tools in working

with electrical jobs. Without it, you are like a soldier going to a battle without gun
and ammunitions. However, you need to take of these tools for them to last longer
and to maintain its performance in a job. To learn something about proper care of
tools let us discuss first the classification of functional and non-functional tools.

Classification of non-functional and functional tools

Tools are very useful to us in our homes especially to our job. But tools that
are no longer functional may cause harm. Classifying non-functional and
functional tools are essential in maintaining the tools secure and safety of the
users. There are some methods in identifying functional tools and non-functional
tools.

Method of identifying non-functional tools and equipment:

1. Visual inspection. It refers to the visual observation of an expert on the

appearance of the tools and equipment.
2. Functionality. Vibration or extra noise from the operation means problems on
parts and accessories started to develop.
3. Performance. When there is something wrong with the performance of either
hand tools or equipment they need an immediate repair or maintenance.
4. Power supply (for electrically operated only). Failure to meet the required
power supply, malfunction will occurs in the part of hand tools or equipment.
5. Person’s involved. It refers to the technical person who has the knowledge and
skills about the technology.

Non-functional tools and equipment are those that are not able to perform its
regular function because of impaired and damage part.

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Example:

Electrical equipment with damage cord

Functional tools and equipment are those that are in good condition and can
perform its regular functions. Examples of these are the following:

Example:

Portable Electric Drill with no defect

To ensure that your electric and hydraulic tools work when you need them, you
must take proper care of them. A good routine of maintenance for your tools is one
thing that you can do to make sure that the tool you need is working when you
need it. Here are some easy ways.

Basic maintenance of electrical tools

1. Keep Your Tools Dry. A lot of wear and tear occurs when power
tools are improperly stored or transported. When you're ready to
put your tools away, make sure they're located in a dry space,
away from excessive heat or cold.

2. Control Dust and Shavings. When you're finished using your

power tools, use come canned air to blow out vents, openings
and any exposed moving parts that can collect dust and
shavings.

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 3. Clean Tools Regularly. Grease, grime and dust can all combine
to slow your tools down and degrade their performance. Wipe
down your power tools after every use before putting them away. A
deep clean can include disassembling and cleaning power tool
parts that you don't get to very often.

4. Oil Your Air Tools. The moving mechanisms in air tools

need to be lubricated to operate properly. Too much oil can
cause sticky build-up. Usually, a drop of oil will last for
thousands of movements, but refer to your power tools
instructions for precise oiling guidelines.

5. Properly Coil Power Cords and Hoses. Damaged cords and

hoses can be a safety hazard and may lead to your power
tools not functioning properly. Coil power cords properly and
use a hose real to coil hoses for air tools if possible.

6. Keep the Manual Handy. If your power tools aren't

performing well, the best place to look for troubleshooting
help is the manufacturer's manual. They engineered your
power tools, and they probably have the best advice on how
to fix and maintain them.

7. Maintain a Sharp Blade. Dull blades on a saw or other

cutting tool are more likely to slip and scratch your work, and
maybe even hurt you. The motor also has to work harder to
cut with a dull blade. Keep the blades on your power tools
sharp and clean.

Electrical tools are very important in working with electrical jobs. Without it,
you are like a soldier going to a battle without gun and ammunitions. However, you
need to take of these tools for them to last longer and to maintain its performance
in a job.

Aside from hand tools, there are other tools which are being used by electrician
in making wiring jobs easily and efficiently. These tools are machine or power tools
and pneumatic tools. Both Pneumatic and power tools are electricity driven tools,
the only difference is that with pneumatic tools it is activated by compressed air in
which machine tools are not. Portable Electric Drill, Portable Grinder and Electric
Circular Saw are example of Power Tools. Pneumatic Torque Wrench, Air Chisel,
Air Ratchet and Air Drill are examples of Pneumatic tools.

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 Self-Check 1.2-1

Identification

Directions: Identify non-functional tools and functional tools from the pictures
below. Write NF if it is non-functional tools, and F if it is functional tools in your
answer sheets.

1.

2.

3.

4.

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 Information Sheet 1.2-1

Prepare Hand Tools

Learning Objectives:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1. Identify the steps in skinning wires
2. Perform steps in skinning wires
In the previous lesson, you learned and classify non-functional and
functional tools following the basic maintenance and methods in identifying tools
and equipment functionality.
In this lesson we will discuss and perform procedure and steps in skinning
wires. This information will guide you on how to properly use the hand tools on its
own function and uses.
As an Electrical Installation Students, it is a must that you understand the
proper use of hand tools based on its uses. It you should also know how to perform
the basic steps in skinning a wire. Wire Skinning is a method on removing the
insulation (the rubber cover of the wire) for wiring connection.

Skinning Of Wire Using Hand Tools

1. Skin a wire using an electrician’s knife,

about 1 to 1 ½ inches long.

2. Skin a wire using combination and side

cutting pliers about 1 ½ inches long. Make
sure that there will be no knick (deep cut
across the wire) on your skinned wires.

3. Remove insulators using wire stripper

about 1 to 1 ½ inches long

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 A Connecting Skinned Wires to Wiring Materials

1. Make terminal loops using long nose

pliers from your skinned wires of
about 1 to 1 ½ inches long.

2. Connect the skinned wire to screw

terminals of the bulb receptacle.

*Be sure that the wire loop is to be

connected or attached to the
terminal screw in clockwise
direction.

3. Insert the loop to the screw and

tighten it to the convenience outlet.

*Be sure that the wire loop is to be

connected or attached to the
terminal screw in clockwise
direction.

4. Insert the loop to the screw of the

switch and tighten it.
*Be sure that the wire loop is to be
connected or attached to the
terminal screw in clockwise
direction.

5. Insert the loop to the screw of the

fuse terminal and tighten it.
*Be sure that the wire loop is to be
connected or attached to the
terminal screw in clockwise
direction.

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 Job Sheet 1.2-2
Title: Perform Skinning and Connecting Wires

Performance Objective: Given the steps and their corresponding pictures,

practice those using appropriate tools and materials. Your
performance will be judged using the following criteria.

Supplies/Materials :
Enable to perform the given task you need the following tools and materials:
1. 1 meter Solid Wire
2. Outlet
3. Switches

Equipment : Pliers, Screw driver, wire stripper

Steps/Procedure:
1. Follow the steps mention in the Information sheet 1.2-2 on steps in
skinning and connecting wire
2. Observed proper used of tools
3. Observe safety precaution in doing the task
4. Make your work neat and presentable
5. Avoid damaging the tools and materials used
6. Evaluate your work using Performance Criteria Checklist for this
operation task.

Assessment Method:
Demonstration
Interview

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CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
1. Follow the steps/procedure with precision.
2. Apply proper handling of tools for the given task.
3. Used proper hand tools in doing the task.
4. Work efficiency.
5. Observed safety precaution while doing the task.
6. Done the job neat and presentable.
7. Take care of the tools.

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LEARNING OUTCOME #3 Maintain hand tools
CONTENTS:
1. Electrical Power and Hand Tools lubrication
2. Maintaining Hand Tools
3. Storing electrical power and hydraulic tools

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Safety requirements in maintenance of hand tools
2. Processes, Operations, Systems
 Maintenance of tools
 Storage of hand tools
3. Procedures in maintaining hand tools
4. Applying 5S principles in maintenance of hand tools

CONDITION:
Students/trainees must be provided with the following:
7. WORKPLACE LOCATION
8. TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
Computer, LCD projector, CD’s, pen, paper, electrical tools, lubricating
materials
9. TRAINING MATERIALS
Competency Based Learning Materials
10. VIDEO PROGRAM
Tools Inspection
ASSESSMENT METHOD
Written test
Performance test
Interview

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 Information Sheet 1.3-1
Maintaining Hand Tools

Learning Objectives:
After reading this Information Sheet, you must be able to:
1. Identify different types lubricating materials;
2. Enumerate different types of electrical power and hydraulic tools;
3. Perform Lubrication on electrical power and hand tools;

In LO 1 of the Module on Prepare Electrical Power and Hydraulic Tools you

can identify and enumerate the different types of electrical power and hydraulic
tools. This module includes preparing electrical power and hydraulic tools in EIM
NCII, such as electrical power and hydraulic lubrication, maintaining electrical
power and hydraulic tools, and Storing electrical power and hydraulic tools.
In this session we will discuss the different types of electrical power and
hydraulic tools lubricant materials.

Electrical tools are very important in working with electrical jobs. Without it,
you are like a soldier going to a battle without gun and ammunitions. However, you
need to take of these tools for them to last longer and to maintain its performance
in a job. To ensure that your electric tools work when you need them, you must
take proper care of them. A good routine of maintenance for your tools is one thing
that you can do to make sure that the tool you need is working when you need it.
A lubricant is one of the materials used in maintaining the performance of
your power and hydraulic tools. A lubricant is a substance introduced to lessen
friction between moving surfaces. It may also transport external particles. The
property of reducing friction is known as lubricity.
 Lubricant are identified according to equipment
 Tools and equipment are lubricated according to preventive
maintenance schedule or manufacturer specification
 Tools and equipment are cleaned and lubricated according to standard
procedure

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 Types and Uses of lubricants

Anti-rust lubricant spray:

o loosen rusted part o cleans and

protect o drives out moisture o stops
squeaks o free sticky mechanisms

Wire Pulling Lubricant:

o does not damage insulation o cling to

wire and dries to a slippery film
o suitable for use with wire or cable
covered with rubber (t, thw, thhn,
etc)

All Purpose Anti Rust Lubricant:

o anti-rust o lubricating o rust

removal o decontamination o
conductance

Lubricant Oil and Engine Oil:

o lubricating the gear o cleans

and protect o drives out moisture

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Silicon Lubricant:

o heat stable o lubricates o

protects o reduces friction o
water repellent

Reminders

A good lubricant possesses the following characteristics:

• High boiling point.

• Low freezing point.
• High viscosity index.
• Thermal stability.
• Corrosion prevention.
• High resistance to oxidation.

Types and Kinds of Cleaning Solvents

Solvent is a component of a solution that dissolves solute and is usually

present in large proportion or amount. It can be classified as polar and nonpolar.
Polar solvents are solvents which dissolve/are soluble in water; while nonpolar
solvents are solvents which do not dissolve/are insoluble in water.
Solvents are usually used for cleaning in workshops. They are water,
gasoline, kerosene, thinner and detergent soap.
The table below shows the kinds of cleaning solvent based on their solubility in
water
Cleaning Solubility in Polar Nonpolar
Solvents Water
a. water soluble x
b. gasoline insoluble x
c. kerosene insoluble x
d. thinner insoluble x
e. detergent soap soluble x

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 Uses of Cleaning Solvents
Cleaning Solvents Uses

Gasoline Wash greasy tools/ equipment.

Kerosene Remove dust, grease oil, paint,

etc.
Thinner Remove spilled paint on the floor,
walls and tools.

Water Wash dust in the floor, walls, etc.

Detergent Soap and water Wash/clean benches, tables,

cabinets, etc.

5’s Approach in workshop keeping

5’S is a reference to a list of five Japanese words translated into English. This is
an approached of organizing and managing the workplace and work flow with the
intent to improve efficiency by eliminating wastes, improving flow of production,
reducing process delays.

Japanese words English translation

Seiri Sort
Seiton Set in order (systematize)

Seiso Sweep
Seiketsu Standardize (sanitize)
Shitsuke Sustain (Self-discipline)

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 5’s APPROACH IN WORKSHOP KEEPING

Sort Systematize Sweep Sanitize Self-

Discipline

Sorting is Systematizing Sweeping is Sanitizing is Self-discipline

an action to is an action to an action to a condition of is a condition
identify and arrange or put clean your maintaining of training
eliminate all every necessary work place high people to
unnecessary item in good thoroughly standard of follow cleaning
items from order so that so that there cleaning and disciplines
your work they can be is no dust on workshop independently.
place and easily picked floor, organization
dispose for use. machines at all times.
them. and
o A place for
everything equipment.
o Everything
is in place

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 Self-Check 1.1-1

I. Directions: Put a ( ) after each word if the solvent is polar and (X) if it is
nonpolar.

1. water ( )
2. kerosene ( )
3. detergent soap ( )
4. gasoline ( )
5. thinner ( )

II. Directions: Identify the lubricants below by writing their names on the space
provided

_________________
1.

_________________ 2.

3.
_________________

4.
_________________

5.

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I.
1. 
2. X
3.
4. X
5. X

II.
1. Silicon Lubricant
2. Wire Pulling Lubricant
3. Lubricant Oil and Engine Oil
4. Anti-rust lubricant spray
5. All Purpose Anti Rust Lubricant

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 Task Sheet 1.3.1

Title: Perform Lubrication on Tools

Performance Objective: Given one electrical power and hydraulic tools, you
should be able to perform lubrication following 5s
approaches in workshop keeping.

Supplies/Materials : cleaning solvents, rags and brooms, washing pan

Equipment : Computer, LCD, CDs, Electric fan and Safety apparel

Steps/Procedure:
1. Secure video presentation in steps and procedure in lubricating tools
from CDs provided to you. Watch the video presentation and familiarize
actions done in the video
2. Choose one power tools or hydraulic tools, and do the lubrication
following the 5s approaches in workshop keeping.
3. Wear protective clothing and goggles. Gather the tools to be cleaned in
the designated area for cleaning.
4. Classify the tools to be cleaned according to how dirty they are.
5. Measure and pour enough amount of cleaning solvent to the washing
pan.
6. Submerge the tools in the washing pan.
7. Use paint brush to remove the dirt from the tools.
8. Get the tools from the washing pan and wipe them with rags until dry.
9. Clean and keep all materials used for cleaning.
10. Evaluate your work using Performance Criteria Checklist in this
operation sheet.

Assessment Method:
Interviewing, Performance assessment using performance checklist

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CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
1. Wear safety googles and protective clothing at all time?
2. Follow the 5s approaches in workshop keeping?
3. Used enough cleaning solvent poured into the washing
pan?
4. Used proper materials and supplies in cleaning the
tools?
5. Does tools and equipment are free from dust, dirt,
grease, oil and other substances?
6. Keep excess cleaning substances in a proper place?
7. Lubricated Electrical power and hydraulic tools
in line with enterprise requirement?

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 Information Sheet 1.3-2

Learning Objectives:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1. Identify basic maintenance of electrical power and hydraulic
tools.
2. Classify non-functional and functional electrical tools.
3. Prepare inventory for non-functional and functional electrical
tools.

In the previous lesson, you learned and performed lubrication on tools

following the 5s approaches in workplace keeping. These skill is essential in
maintaining and preparing electrical power and hydraulic tools.
In this information sheet will help guide you in maintaining and classifying
non-functional and functional tools.

To ensure that your electric and hydraulic tools work when you need them,
you must take proper care of them. A good routine of maintenance for your tools is
one thing that you can do to make sure that the tool you need is working when you
need it

Basic maintenance of electrical tools

1. Clean out the Dust –

To make sure that your electric tools are ready to go when you are, keep
them clean and free of dust. Spend some time to clean out the dust every
once in a while on your tools while they are inactive in storage.

2. Check the Cords-

Look for tear/cut insulator on the power cords on your electric tools. This
will ensure that your electric tool can get the power that it needs to function
without an accident.

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3. Use the right tool correctly-
Use tools correctly and for their intended purposes. Follow the safety
directions and operating procedures recommended by the manufacturer.
When working on a circuit, use approved tools with insulated handles.

4. Protect your Tools-

Keep tools and cords away from heat, oil, and sharp objects. These hazards can
damage insulation. If a tool or cord heats up, stop using it. Report the condition
to a supervisor or instructor immediately.

5. Use double-insulated tools –

Portable electrical tools are classified by the number of insulation barriers
between the electrical conductors in the tool and the worker.

6. Storing Your Tools-

Keep your electric tools stored in their original cases and containers. This
will keep them free of dust and dirt while they are not being used.

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 Self-Check 1.3-2
Identification
Directions: Identify non-functional tools and functional tools from the pictures
below. Write NF if it is non-functional tools, and F if it is functional tools in your
answer sheets.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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Title: Prepare Inventory of Non and Functional tools

Performance Objective: Given one electrical power and hydraulic tools, you
should be able to prepare inventory of non-functional and
functional tools following the basic maintenance of tools.

Supplies/Materials : Bond paper, CDs with inventory templates

Equipment : Computer, LCD, printer with ink

Steps/Procedure:
7. Secure video presentation and copy of inventory template in your
trainee’s CDs.
8. Watch the video and familiarize the procedures in checking tools and
preparing inventory of non-functional and functional tools.
9. Check the power and hydraulic tools following the basic maintenance of
tools and equipment the method in identifying non-functional tools.
10. Observe safety procedure in checking the functionality of the tools.
11. Classify and prepare inventory report on non-functional and
functional tools separately using your template.
12. Separate non-functional and functional tools in a proper place
13. Evaluate your work using Performance Criteria Checklist for this
operation task.

Assessment Method:
Portfolio assessment using Performance Criteria Checklist

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CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
8. Check tools functionality following with the basic
maintenance and methods in identifying non-
functional tools?
9. Observe safety procedure in checking non-function
tools?
10. Separate the inventory for functional and
non-functional tools?
11. Does power tools and hydraulic tools are
classified clearly on its functionality?
12. Separate non-functional tools from
functional tools?
13. Place power and hydraulic tools in a proper
place?
14. Inspected

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Maintaining Hand tools

Learning Objectives:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1. Identify procedure in storing tools and equipment
2. Enumerate procedure in storing tools and equipment
3. Place tools and equipment in their designated place or location

In the previous lesson, you learned and classify non-functional and

functional tools following the basic maintenance and methods in identifying tools
and equipment functionality.

In this lesson we will discuss and perform procedure in storing electrical

power and hydraulic tools. This information will guide you on how to store and
prepare power tools and hydraulic tools in their designated place or location.

Why Maintain Inventory of Tools and Equipment?

The most significant point to think at the start of your career is to acquire
branded tools. They must be made out of high-quality steel and manufactured for
precision. Special consideration is given to balance so that the tool/equipment will
be properly maintained and prevent loses.
Since the technician must work with his tools daily, regular inventory of
tools/equipment is very significant. The initial cost of a minimum number of tools
is high but there is accompanying warranty guarantees satisfaction and many
years of service. It is better, in the long run, to start with a few cautiously selected
tools that will take care of your most common needs and then slowly build-up to a
complete set. It is sometimes hard to identify and memorize the huge number of
tools and equipment in the workshop, maintaining the inventory record is of great
value.

Maintaining and Storing Tools & Equipment

An important aspect of any business is the maintenance and storage of tools

and equipment. The investment in tools and equipment is a significant part of the
overhead expenses in any operation. Proper selection and maintenance of
equipment are important factors in managing business. Selecting the proper tool
for the job and using the tool properly will increase efficiency and reduce
maintenance problems. Purchase tools, which are well-made and suited to the
intended use. Commercial usage may entail more heavy duty demands on
equipment.

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Hand tools:
1. Clean dirt and debris from tools after each use.
2. Oil metal parts to prevent rust.
3. Lightly sand rough wooden handles and apply linseed oil.
4. Repair loose handles.
5. Sharpen blades of cutting tools.
6. Store tools in a clean dry storage area.
7. Protect surfaces of cutting tools in storage.

Power tools:
1. Read and follow the maintenance schedule in the owner’s manual for each piece
of power equipment.
2. Change the oil.
3. Clean the air filter.
4. Lubricate moving parts.
5. Sharpen dull blades or replace worn blades according to the owner’s manual.
6. Replace spark plugs.
7. Drain oil and gasoline before long-term storage.
8. Check electric cords and connections on electric-powered tools.
9. Store tools in a clean dry storage area.

Equipment:
1. Store equipment in a clean dry storage area.
2. Rinse and clean spray equipment after each use.
3. Clean spreaders and check wheel-driven gears.
4. Clean carts and wheelbarrows after use.

Sample Proper Arrangement and storage of tools and equipment

You can see in the pictures that all tools and equipment are arranged and
stored properly in their own racks. Like for example the screw drivers are arranged
by
type and sizes, hammers, saws, c-clamps, etc. are in their racks.

Self-Check 1.3-3

Enumeration
Direction: Enumerate the proper maintaining and storing of tool and equipment

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HANDTOOLS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

EQUIPMENT:
1.
2.
3.
4.

POWER TOOLS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

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 Task Sheet 1.3-3

Title: Store Power and Hydraulic tools

Performance Objective: Given one electrical power and hydraulic tools, you
should be able to store tools and equipment in their
proper place or location following the standard procedure
in maintaining and storing Electrical power tools and
hydraulic tools.

Supplies/Materials : CDs,

Equipment : PPE, computer, LCD

Steps/Procedure:
1. Wear protective googles and clothing at all times.
2. Secure copy of video presentation in storing electrical tools. Watch the
video and familiarize the procedures done in the video.
3. Classify the tools and equipment according to their types
4. Arrange the tools by their types in the shelves/racks
5. Place equipment in designated places or location
6. Evaluate your work using Performance Criteria Checklist for this
operation sheet.

Assessment Method:
Performance assessment using Performance Criteria checklist

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CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
1. Observe safety procedure in checking non-function
tools in line with enterprise requirments?
2. Wear protective googles and clothing at all times?
3. Place the tools and equipment ready before
performing the task in line with enterprise
requirments?
4. Arranged the tools according to their types?
5. Placed the equipment in their proper location and
arranged according to their types?
6. Were the tools/equipment placed in their
respective location and accessible for use when
needed?

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 Bibliography

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