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NAME : Allan Nyagi

ADM NUMBER: 42757
CLASS : AT\SEP\2023 L6-C

1. PPEs used when carrying out a task.

 Overalls
 safety goggles
 safety boots
 Gloves
 helmet
2. Safety precautions and regulations to observe in a busy workshop.
 If there is spilt oil or gasoline on the floor, wipe immediately with a cloth and place it
out to dry.
 Oily rags should be kept in a covered metal container since they may easily catch fire
and cause disasters.
 Always wear appropriate safety clothes that will protect you in case of any accidents .
3. Importance of maintaining workshop tools and equipments.
 The tools last longer.
 The tools and equipments will always be in good shape thus making work easier.
 Maintaining the tools keeps them in good shape thus making it safe to work with the
tools
 Since the tools last long, one is able to save the cost of buying new tools and equipment.
4. What is housekeeping?
 Housekeeping is the way one arranges and keeps the workshop.

5. Housekeeping practices to observe in the workshop.

 Always keep the floor clean and free from oil spills.
 Always clean tools after use.
 Always keeps the workshop well organized.
 Clean metallic tools with oil and store them in their rightful places.
6. In which year was the factory act enacted? Briefly state the factories act.

7. Precautions to observe when:

A. Gas welding- Wear gloves when gas welding to avoid burns.
B. Arc welding- Wear safety goggles to avoid sparks, flashes and u-rays which may damage
your eyes.
C. Drilling- Don't place your hand near the driller to avoid drilling yourself.
D. grinding- Always wear safety goggles when using a grinding wheel to avoid eye injuries.

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8. Major causes of accidents in the workshop

 Horse-play in the workshop.
 being careless.
 using damaged tools .
 Not paying attention to what you are doing.
 Working in an untidy workshop.
9. General precautions in the workshop.
i. Always be in the right attire while in the workshop.
ii. Avoid unnecessary movement in the workshop.
iii. Use tools for their rightful purpose.
iv. Avoid practical jokes in the workshop.
v. Always ask for guidance on tools that you are not familiar with to avoid damaging or
misusing them.
vi. Avoid distractions when working in the workshop.
vii. Avoid caring food stuffs in the workshop.
viii. Be careful when working in the workshop to avoid accidents.
ix. Always keep the floor clean and free from oil spills.
x. Keep oily rags in a covered metal container.
xi. Always keep the workshop arranged for easier access of tools and smooth running.
xii. All tools should be kept in their rightful places.
xiii. All tools should be cleaned after use and stored in their rightful places.
xiv. All metallic tools should be cleaned with oil to avoid rusting.
xv. All cutting tools should be sharpened and cleaned before storing them.
xvi. Repair any damaged tools and replace the ones that are beyond repair.
xvii. The workshop should be well ventilated.
xviii. Avoid throwing tools to your workmates for this might cause injuries.
xix. When lifting objects, always keep your back straight and knees bent.
xx. Always follow instructions provided in the workshop.

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