Auto 7 Las Q4 W4

WEEKLY LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS
Automotive Grade 7 Quarter 4 Week 4

Operation of hand tools
(Common faults of hand tools)
Name: _______________________________________Section: _______________________
Learning Objectives:
1. know the common faults of hand tools

2. follow the safety measures in handling tools
CODE: TLE_IAAS7/8UT-0a1.1
TIME ALLOTMENT: 10hours
Key Concept:
● Common faults
● Safety measures
Common faults of hand tools
A hand tool is the best friend of every serviceman. With it, work becomes easy and efficient. But, if
tools are not given careful attention they will easily give up without maximizing its usefulness. If this
condition continues, it will result in a faulty condition. This faulty condition results from ineffective use
which eventually might create the risk of danger and accident.
Common faults of hand tools are usually blamed on manufacturer’s defect. However, it doesn‟t
mean that whenever hand tools become faulty or defective, the manufacturer always carries the
responsibility.
Metal fatigue is one of the usual causes of faulty hand tools specially those that are made from
steel. Like human body that sometimes needs rest, metal fatigue is developed from overuse of tools.
It can also result from too much imposition of force on tools which is less than its capacity to
endure. It will render the tools unserviceable.
Because of wrong habits or attitudes, human error also contributes to faulty hand tools. Wrong
use of tools for the job will create bad effect on the tools. A screwdriver which is intended for
loosening and tightening screws becomes defective and reduces its usefulness when used like cold
chisel.
Natural tear and wear causes tools to widen or reduce its size. A slack is noticeable when a box
wrench for removing the bolt becomes loose when the internal sides of the wrench is bigger than the
external sides of the bolt‟s head. If used in this condition, both the bolt and the wrench will develop
fault.
Tools not kept, not maintained, and unused will become rusty. Tools with jaws become difficult to
operate. It will take time cleaning and removing the corrosion before it becomes functional.
To become more aware of the condition of hand tools, it is good to know some of its specific
faults.
1. Cleaning tools. Wire and fiber brush must be tightly fit and securely intact on its
recess. Frayed brushes indicate overuse. Bristles can easily be removed and may
splatter. They can pose danger to the eyes and skin. Likewise, dirty rags can create
dust and affect the respiratory system.
2. Bending/ Cutting/ Holding/Twisting tools.Overused, dulled teeth cutting edge of

tools such as hacksaw, tin snip and cutter pliers will reduce time and work
performance. Loosehacksaw blade to frame must be repaired or replaced at once.
Dulled teeth and loose pivot lever of holding tools such as machinist and combination
pliers lessen the grip and reduces its holding power. As a consequence, it will result in
slippage. Pliers‟ teeth and its cutting edge must be reconditioned or must be replaced.
Mushroom- headed cold chisel can cause danger when driven with a hammer. The
driving force of a hammer may change direction due to the mushroom-like contusion
on the head of the chisel. If this happens, body part is hammered rather than the
object itself. Thus, injury is certain
Dulled hacksaw teet
3. Driving tools. A swollen striking

edgeand loose hammer head handle can
create a very devastating injury and fatal
blow when the head flies out of its handle
and hits a delicate part of the body
4. Loosening
and tightening tools. A
slacked wrench or
screwdriver is a product
of overused or wrong
sized tool when forcefully
used. Incorrect position of
tools or the person doing
the job will create an
unbalanced force. When
force is applied, the
possibility of accident
may happen. There is
also a tendency of
slippage when the
surrounding sides of the
wrench don‟t fit squarely with the sides of the bolt or nut being removed or
tightened. Therefore, this kind of fault must be addressed right away and the
wrench or screwdriver be
replaced at once.
5. Marking tools. A bent and

dulled tip of marking tool will not
give accurate marking. A dulled
tip creates blurred lines;
therefore, interpretation of lines
and dimensions are not precise.
This must be corrected at once. Sharpen tools with the use of an appropriate
sharpening gadget.
6. Measuring Tools. A measuring

tool must be always kept clean.
Dirty, bent, and creased
measuring tools like measuring
tape, steel rule, and caliper will
give inaccurate reading if the
gradation lines are not
readable.
Safety requirements of hand tools
Hand tools come in different sizes, shapes, weights, brands, and designs. These
characteristics of hand tools are very important because they give us technical data about
their production. These technical data will enable us to know the capacity of tools if
subjected to the degree of use. The standard requirements of tools for use and safety are
very important on the part of the buyer as well as the user. Without them, they have no
bearing at all if not assured with safety features. Tools are engineered and designed to
numerous sequence of events when used within the normal working range. To use a tool
appropriately, know its safety requirements, to be guided accordingly when you purchase
one.
Tools produced in the industry must pass the Work Equipment Law. In this law,
procedures on the extent, fitness, correctness, and usability of tools and equipment are
provided in accordance with specified task. This ensures safety standards before tools are
released in the market.
The following are some of the information you need to know about the safety
requirements of hand tools:
1. Technical data. This will give information about the manufacturer‟s

specifications of the tools produced. The size, weight, production code
number, and the brand are usually marked on the body of the item.
2. User’s manual. It tells where, when and how the tools are to be
used. It also gives information on the limitation of tools if subjected to
constant use. In this manual, users are given warning on the
possible injury one may get if used incorrectly. It also gives detailed
information on how tools are maintained and stored. If tools need to
be assembled, the manual gives a step-by-step instructions on how
to do the task.
3. Physical requirements. Physical requirements of tools have bearing on how
they are manufactured. Their good quality must be:
a. Tensile strength. Tools must belight but durable so that excessive forcein using
them is not necessary. In this manner, strain on hands and shoulders are
reduced. A tool must be strong and reliable to stand the stress of constant use.
Tooth edge of hacksaw and chisel must be tempered and so with a screw
driver.
b. Powerful. Tools must not be heavy on the hand side rather than on the end
portion of the driving force, as in a hammer. They must be considerably long to
give a powerful twisting force as in a wrench and screw or a heavy blow when
using hammer. This reduces muscular effort and efficiency of work is achieved.
c. User- friendly. Tools must be easy and comfortable to use. They must be
hand-fit and oval or cylindrically shaped. A square-shaped handle creates
discomfort on palms because of the edge area.
d. Safe Toolsmust have gripping surface on their handles to assure holding power and
avoid slip that may lead to injury. Stopper must also be on pointed and
sharp-bladed/edged tools. Driving tools must be provided with appropriate length of
grip.
e. Functionally Accurate. Tools are especially made to measure like torque wrench.
Vernier caliper and feeler gauge must be technically and functionally accurate.They
must give correct reading of division and sub-division of their fractional value or scale.
Inaccurate reading gives wrong data or information and may result in severe damage
to parts.
Functionally accurate tool
Activity
1. Give atleast 5 common fault in hand tools.
2. What are the physical requirements of tools?
3. What are the safety requirement of tools?
Reflection:
Write a reflection learned from the lesson.

Direction: In writing your reflection you to complete the sentences below.
1. I learned that..
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________
2. I understand
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________
3. If given a chance
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
______

Auto 7 Las Q4 W4

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Auto 7 Las Q4 W4

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Original Title

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Auto 7 Las Q4 W4

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

WEEKLY LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS

Automotive Grade 7 Quarter 4 Week 4

Name: _________________Section: _

1. know the common faults of hand tools

Common faults of hand tools

2. Bending/ Cutting/ Holding/Twisting tools.Overused, dulled teeth cutting edge of

Dulled hacksaw teet

3. Driving tools. A swollen striking

5. Marking tools. A bent and

6. Measuring Tools. A measuring

1. Technical data. This will give information about the manufacturer‟s

Write a reflection learned from the lesson.

You might also like

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.