Hand and Power Tool Safety Online

Intended audience

This course is recommended for University personnel using portable powered tools.

Description

This course introduces the hazards associated with hand and power tool use and describes the actions workers can take to reduce their risks of hand and power tool-related accidents and injuries. Completing this lesson does not on its own qualify or authorize a worker to operate a specific tool.

Regulations and resources

UW Shop and Makerspace Safety

WAC 296-807

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Accommodations and language services

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations to individuals who need them.

  • To request a disability accommodation, please contact the UW Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (V), 206-543-6452(TTY), or email at dso@uw.edu.
  • To request safety training in a language other than English, please contact EH&S training at ehstrain@uw.edu and notify your supervisor. EH&S will work with you and your supervisor to arrange for interpretation or translation services.
  • For other accommodation requests, please contact EH&S Training at ehstrain@uw.edu.
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Duration

20 minutes

Prerequisites

None

Course mode

Online

Course cost

$0.00

Contact

EH&S Training Contact

(206) 543-7201