This workbook, Tool, Machine, and Equipment: Safety and Operation, has been prepared for instructors and students in agricultural education, technical education, trades & industry, and other agencies for safety instruction. In addition, this workbook would be valuable to a homeowner aiding in the safe and proper operation of power tools and equipment commonly found in the home shop.
The workbook is designed to give the student a basic understanding of the proper operation of tools, machines, and equipment. A variety of tools, machines, and equipment are covered that are commonly found in school laboratories/ shops. For each of these, there is a section on part identification, safe operational procedures, general safety practices, and completion questions. After the student has read the written material and completed the part identification and question section, the instructor should determine the proper adjustment and operational features of the power tool being studied. Following this, the student should successfully complete the safety exam and then be allowed to operate the power tool with close supervision from the instructor.
The next step in this educational process is for the student to complete an activity of their choosing using the power tool, or tools, that have been studied. As manufacturers’ designs differ for the same power tool, the instructor should make certain the operator’s manual is available and used for adjusting and operating the specific tool, machine, or piece of equipment.
An Instructor’s Packet designed to be used in conjunction with this manual is available. It contains suggested instructor and student activities; tool, machine, and equipment diagram masters; and safety exams.
Almost everyone involved in school laboratory/shop instructional programs will come in contact with tools, machines, and equipment. The safe and proper operation of these are essential for quality and efficiency of student work. Knowledge of the safe and proper operation of tools, machines, and equipment will make the work easier and more enjoyable and will increase operator satisfaction and performance.
Table of Contents:
Power Sources
Air Compressor.
Small Engine
Portable Power Tools
Air Chisel/Impact Hammer
Air Nozzle
Air/Power Ratchet
Angle Grinder
Automotive Battery Charger
Automotive Engine Lift
Bernzomatic Torch
Biscuit Jointer
Circular Saw
Cut Off Tool
Die Grinder
Finish Sander
Gas Metal Arc Welder(MIG Welder or Wirefeed Welder)
Gas Tungsten Arc Welder (TIG)
Heat Gun
Heat Press
Hot Glue Gun
Impact Wrench
Jacks
Jigsaw
Multimeter
Nailer/Stapler
Oscillating Multi-Tool
Oxy-Fuel Torch
Plasma Cutter
Portable Belt Sander
Portable Buffer
Portable Drill
Portable Metal-Cutting Band Saw
Portable Power Planer
Pressure Washer
Reciprocating Saw
Rotary Saw/Cut Out Tool
Rotary Tool
Router
Shielded Metal Arc Welder (Stick)
Soldering Gun
Soldering Iron (Pen) and Soldering Station
Wood Burner
Stationary Power Tools
3D Printer
Automotive Hoist
Belt/Disc Sander
Bench/Pedestal Grinder
Bench Buffer
Brake Lathe
CNC Lathe
CNC Mill
CNC Plasma Cutter
CNC Router
Drill Press
Drum Sander
Edge Sander
Gas Forge
Horizontal Metal-Cutting Band Saw
Ironworker/Metalworker
Jointer
Laser Engraver
Media Blaster
Metal Belt Grinder
Metal Cut Off Saw (Abrasive Wheel Saw or Chop Saw)
Metal Lathe
Milling Machine
Mortising Machine
Oscillating Spindle Sander
Panel Saw
Parts Washer/Solvent Tank
Planer/Surfacer
Power Miter Saw
Radial Arm Saw
Scroll Saw
Shaper
Spot/Resistance Welder
Table Saw
Tire Balancing Machine
Tire Changer/Mounting Machine
Vertical Band Saw
Wide Belt Sander (Timesaver)
Wood Lathe
About the Author :
Thomas A. Hoerner was professor emeritus at the Department of Agriculture & Biosystems Engineering and Agriculture Education & Studies,Iowa State University Ames, Iowa.
Mervin D. Bettis is professor emeritus at the Department of Agriculture, Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, Missouri.
Revision Project Lead
T. J. Brown is an instructor at South Central College. His coursework includes agribusiness, welding, facility maintenance, workplace environment layout & planning, and mechatronics. He started his teaching career at Springfield High School in Minnesota delivering both agricultural education and industrial technology courses for twelve years.
Revision Writing Team
Alison Almos- Anoka Hennepin Schools
Luke Becker-Braham High School
Bob Bonin-Fairmont High School
T.J. Brown-South Central College
Tim Hahn-Elk River Schools
Ashley Johnson-Hinckley Finlayson High School
Dean Joslin-Anoka Hennepin Schools
Mark Lockhart-New Prague High School
Hannah Reisdorf-Moorhead High School
Timm Smith-Foley High School
Tom Spehn-NE Metro 916
