What safety tips should you know when using a hammer?

Hammers and other impact tools are widely used in construction and are often misused. Hammers are made for specific purposes in different types and sizes, and with different hardnesses of surface finishes.

For example, hammers are used to drive frames, nails, make cabinets, assemble furniture, etc. Hammers are designed for a purpose.

Choose a hammer that is comfortable for you and is the right size and weight for the job. Improper use can cause serious injury.

What safety tips should you know when using a hammer?

Which hammer should you choose?

  • Choose a hammer with a striking blade diameter of approximately 12 mm (0.5 inches).
  • Choose a hammer with a cushioned handle that will protect you from vibration, impact, and tight pressure.
  • Use hammers with electrically insulated handles to work on or around exposed energized parts.
  • Make sure the hammer head is firmly attached to the handle.
  • Replace loose, cracked, or chipped handles.
  • Clean the work area of ​​debris.
  • Throw away any hammer that has a mushroom-shaped or worn surface or cracks in the claws.
  • Wear protective glasses or a face shield.
  • Strike the hammer parallel to the striking surface. Always avoid excessive blows. (Hammers with angled faces are less likely to chip or break.)
  • Look back and up before striking the hammer. Keep a sufficient distance from co-workers.
  • Maintain a secure footing and maintain good balance when using the hammer.
What safety tips should you know when using a hammer?

    What should you avoid!

    • Do not use hammers with sharp edges, as they can cut off circulation in your finger after prolonged use.
    • Do not use a hammer with a hammer that has scratches, cracks, or excessive wear.
    • Do not use the hammer for any purpose for which it was not designed or intended.
    • Do not use one hammer to hit another hammer, other heavy metal objects, stones or concrete.
    • Avoid awkward positions when using the hammer to prevent strain.
    • Do not repair, grind, weld, or machine the hammer head.
    • Do not hit the hammer with the side or cheek.

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