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1. Take special care when the cut is almost through Arrange for the 7 EN support of the material being cut off if it is liable to move and jam the Y blade AIN J Beware of sharp edges left after cutting Use a file to smooth off the lif 5 edges n Store the hacksaw so that you can pick it up without striking your hand on the teeth HOLDING THE HACKSAW r Never test the sharpness of the teeth by rubbing your fingers on them AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 54 of 68 4 11 Engineer s Hand Hammers It might seem that one hammer is the same as all other hammers This is not the case Hammers can do quite a lot of damage to a vehicle if the wrong hammer is chosen for a task Variety The heads of engineers hand hammers Head wedged on handle range in weight from 100 grams to 1 4 kg are made of high grade steel have two hardened and tempered striking ends which are o a face for general work such as striking chisels and punches and o a pein for special work such as riveting Good hammer handles are made of hickory ash or similar strong elastic material with a length to suit the weight and purpose of the head a tapered shock absorbing neck behind the head and a good shape for holding at the far end When the head is correctly fitted the handle will have its axis at right angles to the h2. f z a Comments Version 1 0 February 2014 AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Page 33 of 68 Auto Skills Australia Activity 14 Power Screwdrivers Drills and Wrenches Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 34 of 68 Activity 15 Bench and Angle Grinders Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 35 of 68 Activity 16 Drill Bits Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 36 of 68 Activity 17 Air Drill and Wrench Function cnn Operation LL ll TYPOS umn Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 37 of 68 Activity 18 Jack Stand and Hoist Function ccm Operation l Maintenance l DYPOS umnnnnnnnnnnininnnnnnnninninnnnnininnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnee Comments AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 38 of 68 Activity 19 Sealants and Adhesives Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and eq
3. As you will find there is a lot more to each tool than we can include in these few pages It will help your development as a proficient automotive technician if you research tools and a equipment on the internet and take care to watch how tools and equipment are used in your training workshop AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 41 of 68 4 1 Spanners There is such a large range of spanners that anyone starting a tool kit must look carefully at the type of work that will be done and select spanners to suit A good trades person will get many years of service from a set of spanners In fact some spanners are guaranteed unconditionally provided they are not used in conjunction with power tools The correct size spanner should always be used in a way that will ensure that it will not round off the corners of the nut or bolt head The length of a spanner is made to suit the strength of its jaws a spanner could be damaged if a piece of pipe or another spanner were used to gain more leverage Safety Do not strike spanners with a hammer This will cause damage and possible injury if the spanner slips off the fastener The exception is the single end spanner which is designed for that purpose Always pull on a spanner Never push a spanner If it is necessary to push a spanner do so with an open palm It is dangerous to use a tool that does not
4. 2 3 Storage Generally hand and power tools should be stored http organizeyourstuffnow com wordpress 31 days loving live day 26 garage Securely on a shelf or rack Out of reach of children In clean dry conditions Locked in a room or locker if possible According to manufacturer s guidelines It is common practice to apply a thin coating of oil on many tools to avoid rust Check the manufacturer s guidelines for advice on this 2 4 Periodic checks testing and tagging out All power tools should be tested and tagged by a qualified electrician on a regular basis Generally this period is 6 months although this varies from time to time and state to state in Australia Power leads should also be checked Before you use a power cord or tool check its tag for currency Hand tools should be checked for rust of other damage every 6 to 12 months You will normally check any hand tool you use each time you use it Any tool that shows sign of excess wear or does not function correctly must be tagged out until the fault is rectified Out of service tag The out of service tag is used to identify equipment that is faulty or equipment that is being serviced It can be placed by anyone It can also be removed by anyone that has made the equipment safe It does not offer any personal protection The out of service tag is primarily used to warn others of hazards AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain wo
5. Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 12 of 68 Hazard Accidental starting Risk assessment Hazard Outdoor use of extension cords Risk assessment Hazard Condition of extension cords Risk assessment Hazard Earth leakage Risk assessment AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 13 of 68 Topic 2 Selecting Operating Maintaining and Storing Tools and Equipment 2 1 Selecting Selecting the right tool for a given job is a skill that develops with time Here are some of the factors you should consider Don t use a spanner for a hammer at the very least use the right type of tool for the job spanner for a nut screw driver for a screw Get the scale right don t use a 20mm screwdriver on a 40 mm screw Follow the manufacturer s guidelines the table below gives an example of selecting the right hacksaw blade for the material type and cross section Selecting the Right Tool Hack Saw Tooth Size Teeth per Inch or TPI Material to be Cut Soft Materials Medium Hardness Hard Materials Brass Copper Material Mild Alloy Steel High Section amp Size Aluminium Bronze Steel Medium Carbon Steel Carbon Steel AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 14 of 68 2 2 Cleaning Hand Tools As a general rule we all know how to clean tools To
6. ensure that we are all on the same wavelength here are some guidelines for cleaning hand tools 1 2 3 Fill a bucket with hot water and commercial cleaner as indicated on the product instructions Add tools and soak for 30 minutes Use a wire brush to scrub the tools wearing rubber gloves Dry tools thoroughly If any of your tools have rust on them use the steel wool to rub the rust off Once every 6 months apply a thin coat of oil by pouring some on a soft rag and wiping the tools down This process would only be used for a major clean up For daily use and cleaning a quick wipe with a dry cloth should be sufficient Power Tools DON T put power tools in a bucket of water Power tools can be cleaned in a number of ways Simply wiping with a cloth to remove surface oil and dust Using a vacuum or air jet to remove dust build up Wiping with a cloth and a little solvent such as kerosene Disassembling and cleaning individual parts especially if the tool is not functioning properly According to manufacturer s guidelines A visual inspection should tell you when a power tool needs cleaning build ups of oil dust and metal shards are easily seen Cleaning Up Explore your workshop for tools that need cleaning now or in the near future What method would you use AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 15 of 68
7. fit correctly Skinned ong are Parallel knuckles or even worse injury could occur not to mention damage internal Size surfaces to the work and tool i FN jA 32m0 embossed Open End Spanner The double ended open end spanner is the most common spanner It is easy to use and is quick to slip on and off the head of a bolt or nut It is used to advantage where many turns are required and where the spanner can be turned without hindrance Tube or box spanner SIDE VIEW This is a special spanner for use in confined space where a socket OPEN END SPANNER is restricted by a long bolt Image adapted from MEM18 1A Use hand tools AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 42 of 68 Half Moon Spanners A half moon spanner is made from the same type of material and with production methods similar to those used to make a standard ring spanner The heads are not at an angle to the shank but the shank is bent at two points so the heads are displaced by 35 and 75 degrees to the centre line A half moon spanner is used to reach around a parts to loosen or tighten a bolt or nut h ikii i Square drive recess _ lt a Figure 1 Half Moon Spanners Crow Foot Spanner A crow foot spanner has a standard ring or flat Spanner at one end and a square drive recess at the rica Fane j other end The shank is bent at a right angle in
8. nan Tre 2 ES E Comments AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 21 of 68 Activity 2 Adjustable Wrench Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 22 of 68 Activity 3 Socket and Ratchet Handle Function eea 1 ll Maintenance l o TYPOS unui I l i _ WHSIOHS oo i lt all i i te Comments AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 23 of 68 Activity 4 Torque Wrench Function Operation Maintenance Types Comments AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 24 of 68 Activity 5 Oil Filter Remover Function a Operation Maintenance l i TYPOS a sumnunnnunnnnnnniinnininniinnnnninininnnnnnnninnnnnnnnnninnnnnnnnnnee Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 25 of 68 Activity 6 Allen Keys Function ccm ee Maintenance cnn i TYPOS unui Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 26 of 68 Activity 7 Screwdrivers Function ccna Ope
9. tasks will be supplied by your instructor Numeracy and Literacy Auto Skills Australia ASA has a number of resources in development including studies for the development of foundation skills in Literacy and Numeracy ASA recommends the completion of a foundation program of studies before attempting this Learning Resource In particular this learning resource has been developed with the assumption of a successful completion of basic numeracy and literacy including competency unit ARU2001 Use numbers in an automotive workspace AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 6 of 68 Topic 1 Hand and Power Tool Safety There is another study in this series on workplace health and safety which covers all aspects of safety in an automotive workshop As a result we want to look at the aspects of safety that relate to the activities in this tools and equipment study 1 1 Hazard Tagging Tagging is used to let other people know about a risk The tag is used to ensure that a faulty piece of equipment is not used or that switches are not turned on when they could cause injury These tags are used extensively in electrical trades but they can be used by anyone to control risks Isolation lock out procedures Red You should use isolation or lockout procedures to prevent another person activating any equipment valve electrical e supply switch or tap which may place you
10. two places so that the drive recess is on the same axis and directly above the ring or flat spanner end Common axis Another version is basically the head of a spanner with the handle replaced by a square drive recess The crow foot spanner is used to loosen or tighten a nut or bolt that cannot be reached with a normal Spanner Crow Foot Spanners AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 43 of 68 4 2 Socket Spanners The socket spanner provides the most positive grip and the quickest action of all spanners The12 point double hexagon is the most often used of the socket spanners because it provides location at 12 different angular positions These spanners are available in a number of drives namely 1 4 in for light applications refrigeration air conditioning etc 3 8 in and 1 2 in for most engineering applications automotive work etc 3 4 in and 1 in for heavy industrial trucking earth moving equipment etc Sockets Chrome finish is for general use while a black finish indicates an impact or power socket Sockets can be used with a range of tools such as rackets or speed bars to provide either speed or torque depending on the application Always ensure that the correct size socket is selected to avoid damage to the socket or the head of the fastener Never use a standard socket with an impact wrench AU
11. 3 BUILDING PROFICIENCY 19 3 1 Hand and Power Tools Proficiency Matrix TOPIC 4 REFERENCE INFORMATION 41 4 1 Spanners 4 2 Socket Spanners 4 3 Adjusting or Shifting Spanners 4 4 Torque Wrenches 4 5 Hex Allen Key 4 6 Screwdrivers 4 7 Oil Filter Remover 4 8 Pliers 4 9 Files 4 10 Hacksaws 4 11 Engineer s Hand Hammers 4 12 Cold Chisel and Punch 4 13 Fastening Hardware 4 14 Drills 4 15 Drill Bits 4 16 Power Wrenches 4 17 Grinders 4 18 Air or Pneumatic Tools 4 19 Lifting Equipment Jacks and Supports 4 20 Lifting Equipment Hoists 4 21 Other Tools and Equipment AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 4 of 68 Introduction Welcome to Tools and Equipment based on competency unit AURTTK002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Study Overview Work on automotive vehicles is totally linked to the use of tools While you will get your hands dirty working on vehicles most tasks you perform will involve one or more tools Naturally a good knowledge of both what tools are called and what they do is essential A lot of your learning for this study will be linked with other tasks we won t ask you to remember every tool and what it does until you ve had time to use each tool yourself Using the correct names comes very quickly and easily if you are working hands on You will learn about Hand tools their
12. ASA AUTO SKILLS AUSTRALIA THIS LEARNER WORKBOOK AURT TKOO2 USE AND SUPPORTS THE AUTOMOTIVE MAINTAIN WORKPLACE COMPETENCY UNIT TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT _ lt o ee 4 WHS OHS Training We recommend that learners complete the WHS OHS unit AURASA002 Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace before commencing this study Safety Disclaimer Auto Skills Australia does not accept any liability for injury or damage in relation to this Learning Resource This publication has been produced with the assistance of funding provided by the Commonwealth Government through the Australian Government Department of Industry e Australian Government SN Department of Industry AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 2 of 68 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 5 TOPIC 2 SELECTING OPERATING MAINTAINING AND STORING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 14 TOPIC 3 BUILDING PROFICIENCY 19 TOPIC 4 REFERENCE INFORMATION h h k 41 AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 3 of 68 Detailed Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 1 1 Hazard Tagging 1 2 Safety Guidelines TOPIC 2 SELECTING OPERATING MAINTAINING AND STORING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 14 2 1 Selecting 2 2 Cleaning 2 3 Storage 2 4 Periodic checks testing and tagging out 2 5 Power Tool Operation TOPIC
13. Center drill bits are used in metalworking to provide a starting hole for a larger sized drill Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 61 of 68 4 16 Power Wrenches Battery Operated Uses and features Used for tightening or loosening nuts or bolts Usually only used on repetitive tasks Power wrenches are either electrically or pneumatically powered They are available in two basic types Variable torque Reversible Hexagon sockets to suit a complete range of nut sizes are available Do not use normal sockets for these tools as they require heavy duty sockets Mains Power Operated Uses and Features Powered by mains electricity and of heavy construction This type of tool would be used on large scale projects with a lot of repetitive and high effort work Operating Guidelines and Safety Power Wrench Disconnect power before making any checks Check the socket fits the nut or bolt correctly Snap the socket into place Test the tool briefly before attaching Wear appropriate PPE Use two hands to operate the wrench Allow the tool to move forward or back as the nut or bolt tightens or loosens When removing bolts place them carefully in a designated place before moving on Allow the wrench to stop before putting it down AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 62 of 68 4 17 Grinders Grinders are used to make a nu
14. Pneumatic Vertical Grinder Polisher Body Work Uses and features The advantages are that air power makes these tools safer and compact design makes them easier to use They do roughly the same tasks as an angle grinder Air or Pneumatic Drill Uses and features General drilling tasks Single hand operation and used for drilling a wide range of hole diameters Light weight and quieter to use They are safer in an environment with flammable materials Operation and Safety All the general operational and safety measures apply to this group of tolls Of particular importance is the danger posed by air under high pressure This can cause a number of injuries including embolisms air bubbles inside the body very easily An embolism can result in death For this reason air hoses should never be directed at other people or your own body AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 65 of 68 4 19 Lifting Equipment Jacks and Supports Application A vehicle can be lifted by a hydraulic jack to allow easier access when getting under cars or on wheels The jack uses the hydraulic principle that a large action with small effort on the jack handle produces a small reaction with large effort at the lifting point To put it another way the jack uses hydraulics to get a mechanical advantage and lift the car easily Before doing any work on the vehicle the jack shou
15. RTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 44 of 68 Socket Spanner Accessories Sockets often require the use of many accessories and are usually kept in sets all having the same sized square drive A socket set may include the following 1 Universal Joint 1 Universal joint Used to ensure that the socket always sits on the nut correctly 2 Ratchet 2 Ratchet Allows a nut or a bolt to be tightened or loosened without removing the socket 3 Speed brace Used to quickly remove or replace nuts and bolts 4 Handle Used to initially loosen a nut or a 4 Handle bolt which is very tight 5 Extension Used to extend the reach of the socket 3 Speed Brace 9 Extension 4 3 Adjusting or Shifting Spanners Shifting spanners are not intended for heavy use and are not recommended if a spanner of correct size and configuration can be found When using a shifting spanner the force should be applied against the fixed jaw The shifter is available in a range of sizes to suit most hexagons and square nuts and bolts It is not as strong as a spanner and must be used with care to prevent it slipping off and causing injury and damage AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 45 of 68 4 4 Torque Wrenches They were designed to prevent over tightening bolts on wate
16. TKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 46 of 68 4 5 Hex Allen Key Use and Operation They are used on hex screws such as button head screws set screws and drain plugs to loosen or tighten the screw Variety and Selection This tool is made from hexagonal bar stock The correct size is determined by measuring across the flat Usually it comes with a 90 degree bend in it but is also available straight with a T handle or as a socket drive These tools are also available with a ball end so fasteners can be accessed on an angle Safety If the ends become worn the tool must be replaced wW T Handle Allen Keys Working ange 0 angie Hex Screw AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 47 of 68 4 6 Screwdrivers Screws are used to fix a vast array of components on a vehicle The screwdriver is a blade at the end of a shaft fitted to a handle It is used to tighten or loosen a screw The blade is shaped to fit into the head of a screw Variety The two common Slotted types of screwdriver are the slotted head or Phillips head but there are a number of screw types as shown Some of the less well known blade types are made specifically to limit access to a power tools or other electronic equipments internal workings usually because of the ris
17. URTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 60 of 68 4 15 Drill Bits A drill is useless without a drill bit The twist drill bit is the type produced in largest quantity today It can be used to create holes in metal plastic wood and stone Twist drill bits are currently produced in diameters from 0 05 mm to 100 mm Lengths range up to about 1000 mm for use in powered hand tools A drill bit is made up of the cutting end which is used to cut bit shank which is held in the jaws of the chuck Common diameters for drill bits on most portable drills are between approximately 1 6mm to 13 mm Numbers on drill bits are also common in the identification of the size of the drill bit Types of Bit Twist bits are made of several substances depending upon their purpose Carbon steel is used on wood and soft metals High speed steel bits are used on soft metals and mild steel Variety of Drill Bits amp Related Tools Tungsten carbide or carbide tipped bits cut concrete and hard metals AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Reduced Shank Drill Allows larger holes to be drilled where there are limitations of chuck size Morse Taper Shank Bits or accessories are inserted into a tapered receptacle and pushed or twisted into place They are then held by friction Centre Drill
18. ated trigger The operating trigger can have a latch that will lock it into position Some larger size drills can produce a large amount of torque This can be strong enough to knock away the drill from your hand if it catches in the hole Do not activate the locking latch so you can release the trigger if necessary If the drill has a reversible gearbox test the drill by turning it in the correct direction first Forcing a drill bit to work while turning backwards will blunt the bit If the metal tailings coming from the drill bit are becoming too long release the pressure from the bit so the tailing can break off Do not pick up the metal waste with bare hands lf you do you risk a severe cut If you are drilling through sheet metal back off the pressure slightly as the drill breaks through so that it doesn t snag in the piece If the component you are drilling starts to turn when drilling stop the drill and tighten the component in the locking mechanism Do not try to hold the component with your hand Power drills use ball bearings that are designed to work against an axial load The bearings cannot withstand large side loadings Do not use the drill to elongate a hole If you suspect the drill bearings are faulty check that the bearings have no free play If there is any free play the bearings may fail When you have finished using the drill clean it with a dry cloth and return it to its storage area A
19. d from the internet You may also learn about the tool from your instructor or fellow students when you use it Include this information as well Sample Activity Sockets and Ratchets Uses of tool Operation Maintenance Loosen or tighten nuts bolts Ratchet action and handle give extra leverage Ratchet action means the nut can be loosened or tightened without having to release for each turn Size of set varies Size of sockets varies Materials and quality will vary Little other variation between socket sets 7 WHS OHS nn Standard workshop PPE in particular Safety goggles Steel toed boots Online Responses Select the correct sized socket piece Attach ratchet handle Use adaptor for small sockets I I i i i li vy t f A e Ue a n te os or 9 mS f re 3 Pz 5 s 2b T TY rt a Clean socket and handle after use Store in the correct location on box Store socket box horizontal to avoid spillage Ensure lid is firmly closed mee i l f Ad ee ad C eu gt i An online facility will be available to record your answers with the formal release of these learning resources AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 20 of 68 Activity 1 Spanner Function Operation Maintenance aa S ljlyj aaaa 7 WHS OHS
20. drilling Cold Chisel Uses Variety and Safety The name cold chisel comes from its use to cold cut metal rather than heating the metal in a forge before cutting Cold chisels come in a variety of sizes from fine engraving tools to massive tools that are driven with sledgehammers There are four common types of cold chisel The flat chisel used to cut bars and rods and to cut sheet metal which is too thick to cut with tin snips The cross cut chisel is used for cutting grooves and slots The round nose chisel is used for cutting grooves for oil ways in bearings The diamond point chisel is used for cleaning out corners or difficult places Although the vast majority of cold chisels are made of steel a few are manufactured from beryllium copper for use in special situations where non sparking tools are required This could apply around vehicles with potential fuel or gas leaks Cold chisels require a reasonably powerful strike from a hammer to do cut or mark metal Protective gloves can provide some protection Accuracy and care are the two most important factors in using a cold chisel Punch Uses and Safety A punch or centre punch is a hardened metal rod with a sharply pointed tip at one end The opposite blunt end is struck by a hammer to mark the centre of a point where you intend to drill a hole A steel tipped drill can wander if it does not start in a recess There is little significant variat
21. e 8 of 68 Safety Guidelines Con t 2 Safety Guideline ll COMMONS ll Maintain tools with care Keep tools sharp and clean at all times for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Disconnect tools Disconnect when not in use before servicing or when changing accessories such as blades Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on Avoid accidental starting Do not carry a plugged in tool with a finger on the trigger or switch Be sure the switch is off when plugged in Outdoor use of extension cords When a tool is used outdoors use only extension cords suitable for outdoors Inspect power cords before using them Inspect them for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation Always use an earth leakage protection device When extension cords or power tools are being used in the open or camp situation the chance of damage or current leakage to the frame of the tool or the material being machined is very high Risky Business When have you done the wrong thing and put your safety at risk Talk about this with your group What sorts or injury or damage could have resulted from you doing the wrong thing AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 9 of 68 WHS for Tools and Equipment You will remember th
22. e steps in safety hazard management Identify the hazard Assess the risk in terms of consequences and likelihood Control and monitor the hazard For each hazard listed below assess the risk and say how to control the hazard and monitor it Your instructor may recommend attempting only a few of these Hazard Cluttered area and benches Risk assessment Hazard Expose power tools to rain or moisture Risk assessment Hazard An explosive atmosphere Risk assessment Hazard Visitors in work areas Risk assessment AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 10 of 68 Hazard Storage of tools Risk assessment Hazard Forcing tools to cut faster drill deeper cut harder material Risk assessment Hazard Loose clothing or jewellery Risk assessment Hazard Material hitting eyes Risk assessment Hazard Misuse of tool cord Risk assessment AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 11 of 68 Hazard Work not secured Risk assessment Hazard Over reaching to complete a task Risk assessment Hazard Poor maintenance of tools Risk assessment Hazard Tools left connected to power Risk assessment Hazard Adjusting keys and wrenches not removed Risk assessment AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia
23. ead in both planes and be wedged firmly into the eye The wedge should be across the narrow diameter of the eye or at not more than 45 to the narrow diameter Operation and Selection For work to be done with the striking face the weight of the head is the main factor Light hammers are easy to control but are not suitable for applying heavy blows Heavy hammers are tiring to use and it is difficult to strike light accurate blows with them Use heavy hammers up to three pounds for tasks requiring a lot of energy such as bending heavy bars and striking large cutting tools Use one and aquarter or one and a half pound hammers for general work Use light hammers about half pound for light accurate work such as tapping small punches AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 55 of 68 Using Hammers Safely A damaged or dangerously used hammer can cause serious injury It is important that you inspect every hammer you use and use the hammer for its intended purpose swinging it in the correct manner Splits or Splinters on Handle Loose or Missing Wedge Chips Oil or Splits or Grease Burrs on Face on Grip AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 56 of 68 4 12 Cold Chisel and Punch Two tools that are used for fairly simple tasks cutting metal and marking metal for
24. function and their maintenance Power tools their function and their maintenance Other pieces of equipment such as hoists and jacks and again what they do and how they should be maintained PPE what to wear and when to wear it Often its easiest to wear most PPE all the time when you re in the workshop And you will learn how to work in a mechanical workshop and use the right language Tools and equipment like cars are getting smarter all the time Doctor Who uses a sonic screw driver to measure and adjust more or less everything in the universe We ll never have a sonic screw driver but devices like the Digital Multimeter can measure up to 10 features of an electric circuit with a simple turn of the dial You may be the last to use some of the tools we see today Your children may wonder what you re talking about when you mention a hand drill and a screw driver Which tools do you think will disappear first Project Your skill and knowledge with tools and equipment will develop over the months and possibly years that you work in the automotive industry To kick start that development it is recommended that you undertake one or two projects that require you to use tools and equipment and allows the time to explore and make a few mistakes without any serious consequences Your instructor will work with you to decide which project s you will do Here are some suggestions Disassemble and reassemble a skate b
25. g 5 Combination Pliers used for holding cutting and manipulating small objects Pliers are mainly gripping tools designed to hold work that can t be held satisfactorily by hand Application of Combination Pliers Holding Gripping Wire Cutting Safety Standard workshop safety measures are generally sufficient for this group of tools Gloves will provide some additional protection when using larger tools AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 50 of 68 4 9 Files Files have many applications such as shaping small parts trimming parts to fit together removing marks and preparing surfaces for finishing Files are made of high grade steel During manufacture they pass through the processes of forging to shape grinding of the surfaces cutting of the teeth hardening and tempering BLADE HANDLE Variety There are four basic types of file based on their teeth type Single cut files have a single set of teeth running diagonally across the file Double cut files have two sets of teeth running diagonally across the file creating a diamond shaped pattern Single and double cut files are made in three grades of cut bastard coarse cutting second SINGL cut and smooth fine cutting Dreadnought cut files have coarse curved teeth and are used for cutting soft metals such as aluminium and lead Rasp
26. g vehicle lifting techniques Here are the URLs for J fl A Video on a new type of safety stands http www youtube com watch v Dcjw_VIX2fc A video on using a hoist http www youtube com watch v _sAuM242hW4 Note the first lift uses the tyres as a lifting point while the hoist used the strengthened lifting points on the vehicle chassis AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 67 of 68 4 21 Other Tools and Equipment There is an almost endless list of tools and equipment used in an automotive workshop You can t be expected to know them all this early in your career We have included brief details for several more items that you may come into contact with You may already have the relevant knowledge about how to safely handle these items It would have been covered in the WHS OHS unit Sealing and adhesive equipment Treat sealing and adhesive materials as hazardous substances Use the MSDS sheet that comes with each hazardous product as your guide for handling these substances Screw Extractors Application Screw extractors often referred to as Easy Outs are used to remove broken or seized screws The broken screw is drilled out by a small diameter screw The screw extractor drill bit with a reverse thread is then screwed SALA LEE into the hole in an anticlockwise direction and by hand As it does it releases and re
27. ill have already looked at this in detail in the safety module Here we will look at specific safety issues involved in using tools P Safety Guideline llla LAMMENS pn Keep work area clean Cluttered work area and benches invite accidents ences ape ncnemsese ECE Shae use power tools in damp or wet locations and keep work area well lit In a gaseous or explosive atmosphere sparks from an electric tool may ignite fumes Keep children away All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work areas n wa e e eon cc ee dry high or lock up places out of reach of children E r a l E better and more E _ rate for which it was designated Use the right tool Do not force a small tool or an attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool Wear proper apparel Loose clothing or jewellery will get caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and foot wear are recommended when working outdoors Use safety glasses when using power tools Also a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty Do not abuse cord Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from a receptacle Protect the cord from heat oil and sharp edges Secure work Use clamps or a vice to hold work It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool Do not over reach Keep proper footing and balance at all times AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Pag
28. ill use tools and equipment to complete several projects The main purpose of this study is to start building your proficiency with tools and equipment Your physical skills will come from completing the projects Your knowledge will come from talking about and writing information about tools and equipment By the end of this study you should know more about Uses of tools and equipment Working safely with specific tools Types of tools and equipment within each main category Selecting the correct tool from the range available The main categories of tools and equipment include Allen Keys Spanners including socket sets torque wrenches amp adjustable wrenches Oil Filter removal tools Screw drivers Pliers Hammers Chisels and punches Hacksaws Files Impact screw drivers Bench grinders Drills Fasteners including bolts washers nuts studs amp screws Lifting equipment including floor jack air jack hoist Specialised tools including screw extractors gear and bearing pullers AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 19 of 68 3 1 Hand and Power Tools Proficiency Matrix In the pages that follow you will document the tools you will use in this Certificate II qualification The information you need to do this is supplied in the Reference Information pages BUT additional information can be obtaine
29. in danger Ask your nl Supervisor about the isolation procedures applicable to your workshop A system of personal danger tags or locks and out of service tags is commonly used in most work locations OPERATE When there are two or more employees working on the same equipment all employees must attach their own danger tag A Lockout System may also be used in conjunction with a Danger Tag This enables the employee undertaking work that may place them at risk to attach a lock preventing the Sun tae isolating switch from being activated MITT NOT oe The only person who can remove a Danger Tag or personal VALESS OY an AUTHORISED Lockout device is the person who placed it PERDON DO NOT USE OR OPERATE Out of service tag Yellow The out of service tag is used to identify equipment that is faulty or equipment that is being serviced It can be placed by anyone It can also be removed by anyone that has made the equipment safe It does not offer any personal protection The out of service tag is primarily used to warn others of hazards Electric vehicles generate electricity whenever they are moved which can cause a variety of secondary hazards including electric shock Tagging is particularly important for these vehicles AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 7 of 68 1 2 Safety Guidelines There are many aspects to safety in the workplace You w
30. ing and maximum blade life They should always be used for sawing alloy steels heat treated steel and other hard metals Selection The table below gives a general guideline for selecting the right blade for the material type and cross section Material to be Cut Soft Materials Hard Materials Medium Hardness Brass Copper Alloy Steel Material Aluminium Bronze High Carbon Steel Mild Steel Medium Carbon Steel Section amp Size AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 53 of 68 Using a Hacksaw Hold the handle in the right hand with the thumb on top and the index finger below Press the handle into the palm of the hand with the remaining three fingers With the left hand lightly grip the front end of the frame just above the wing nut The hacksaw shown has a rigid fixed frame Note in all types of hacksaws fit the blade so that the teeth face away from the handle The teeth cut on the forward stroke only Hacksaw Safety Use these tips to ensure that you control all hazards associated with hacksawing Pay attention when using a hacksaw Should the blade cut through suddenly or break there is a danger of striking your hands Pa Wear safety goggles when sawing Pieces of metal can fly from a 4 blade that breaks 1 Use a brush to clear chips away Keep the inside of tubes and 1 recesses free of chips when sawing A
31. ion in centre punches except in size and strength Safety risks and controls are the same as the cold chisel with somewhat less risk of being hit when using a centre punch AURTTKOO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 57 of 68 4 13 Fastening Hardware WIKI A fastener is a hardware device that thread nut runout shank radius head mechanically joins two or more objects together Application A threaded fastener can be called a bolt or a cap screw It is very recognisable with a threaded end and Wl NNW i ii Wu il tightening A threaded fastener with a slotted head is called a screw and these are also very recognisable thread length an length nominal ake an opposing end with a usually hexagonal head for Selection The general and very important principle for nuts http ktm950 info now assets images nuts_bolts gif bolts and screws is that the threads match so that the fastener can be screwed into place without causing any damage such as cross threading Beyond that it is important that the whole fastening assembly is the appropriate size for the pieces it is fixing together Too small and it may break Too large and it may weaken the metal pieces it is attaching which could also result in a breakage Generally a designer will have made the selection on fastening in the original design The auto technician s task is to keep to those de
32. k of damage or injury Phillips Operation and Safety Pozidrive Operation is simple insert the blade in the head of the screw and turn one way to loosen and the other to tighten Things to consider include match the blade to the screw head size use the correct style of blade don t jam a straight blade into a pozidrive dont over tighten use a torque wrench ratchet with a screw head Torx The only substantial safety risk is slipping usually when applying excessive force Cuts or punctures may result And wear the basic workshop PPE whenever using tools PIL LL Robertson AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 48 of 68 4 7 Oil Filter Remover An oil filter is designed to remove contaminants from engine oil They increase the life of engine oil but they must be replaced on a regular basis Oil filters are usually a cylinder shape which screws into place Their shape makes them difficult to grip A device called an oil filter remover has been developed to solve this problem The key component is the circular steel belt which can grip the oil filter allowing it to be screwed off its position on the engine block Spin on oil filter showing seal and http www toolstation com shop screw on thread Automotive Mechanics Tools Oil Filter Wrench 5 765mm d6 0 sd180 067000a Variety A quick search on the in
33. ld be replaced with a more permanent support such as jack or safety stands The hydraulic jack is not reliable for lifting in the long term Hydraulic fluid can leak through seals and the vehicle could drop to the floor causing injury Types and Selection There is very little range of choice in hydraulic jacks and jack stands Size and quality of manufacture are the two main variables Ensure that the equipment you use meets the required standards AS NZS 2693 Vehicle jacks with variations Safety A failed lift has the capacity to cause severe injury or death The following points set out the main risks Never rely on a hydraulic jack when working under a vehicle Always lift on a firm and level surface Use jack stands when working under a vehicle Check lifting equipment against AS NZ standards lt should be on the equipment identification Activity Video Don t be a jackass an anti manual for using a car jack http www productsafety gov au content index phtml itemld 989891 fromltemld 9 74732 Gives some tips on safety when lifting cars AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 66 of 68 4 20 Lifting Equipment Hoists Application Hoists give the best possible access to the underside of a vehicle allowing easy servicing and repairs All work is at floor level increasing safety by reducing trips falls or injuries f
34. mber of repairs to vehicles cutting smoothing removing Many different types of machines are available but their operating principles are similar There are many hazards associated with grinders We will emphasise these hazards to ensure you can work safely Types of Grinders Angle Grinder Uses and features A versatile tool sometimes referred to as a power Swiss army knife Angle grinders are used to Remove welding bead deposits Cut mild steel panels e Remove brackets that have been welded on Bench Grinder Uses and features While the bench grinder is not a hand held power tool it is used in the vehicle industry for shaping smoothing sharpening cleaning up and chamfering rough edges AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 63 of 68 Grinder Operation Angle grinders are one of the most commonly used tools in a workshop Here are some general facts worth noting The grinding wheel can be used on its edge This makes it particularly useful for grinding in awkward areas and it also can be used to clean out small dents in sheets before filling them Angle grinders come in different sizes a 100 125 millimetre diameter and a larger 180 230 millimetre grinder The 100 125mm angle grinder is a small all round angle grinder which is used for grinding welds and overhanging parts and de rusting in confined
35. moves the seized screw AAP Selection Types amp Safety There are a small range of easy out products They all achieve the same result and have a less than 100 success oF vm rate Wikipedia Image The safety principles are the same as operating a power drill safety glasses are essential along with workshop PPE Gear Pullers http en wikipedia org wiki File Da maged_screw_removers jpg This is a research exercise Use your usual information sources to find out what a gear puller does The name is a bit of a giveaway AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 68 of 68
36. oard bike or scooter Disassemble and reassemble a motor mower Remove and refit a motor in a car or light vehicle This might also be a wheel assembly or rear axle on a front wheel drive car AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 5 of 68 Assessment When you undertake this study you will be required to complete the following assessment tasks If you complete them successfully under the auspices of a registered training organisation RTO you may be awarded a statement of attainment for the competency unit AURTTK002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Assessment Tasks The assessment tasks you will complete for recognition against the competency unit AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment are 1 Workbook activities completion of the Hand and Power Tool Safety section and the Proficiency Matrix 2 Thirty question online test 3 Eleven demonstration tasks which will include five different hand tools two different power tools two different air tools vehicle lifting equipment vehicle supporting equipment Your state or territory education authority may require additional or different assessment activities to complete this study As you select and use tools you will select the right PPE to reduce the risks that these tools and equipment present The materials and supervision necessary to complete these
37. on General drilling tasks Single hand operation and mainly used for drilling small diameter holes Doesn t require a lead making it easier to reach difficult points on a project Can be used as a cordless screw driver Mains Power Electric Drill Application and operation General drilling tasks Single hand or two hand operation and mainly used for drilling larger diameter holes Connecting to power means no risk of battery power source going flat AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 59 of 68 Drill Safety Using a power drill is one of the more likely ways to be injured You should learn and apply good safety practices when working with drills and related tools Safety Disconnect power before making any checks Chuck keys must not be attached to leads with metal wire because of the danger of an electrical short circuit if the lead is faulty Select and set the correct speed for the job Usually the smaller the bit the higher the speed needed the harder the material being drilled the slower the speed With variable speed drills experiment to find the best speed Centre punch the drilling mark for hard materials Fasten the work before drilling Operating Electric drills use the domestic power supply to provide power for drilling The power is directed to the electric motor by a finger oper
38. r main and steam pipe repairs underground in 1918 in New York Torque wrenches are used to allow the operator to measure the force or torque rotational force applied to a bolt to meet From Wiki Replace the specifications of a manufacturer or service manual Beam type The simplest form of torque wrench consists of a long lever arm between the handle and the wrench head made of a material which bends elastically in response to applied torque The deflection at the handle is proportional to the applied torque The torque applied can be read from a manual gauge as shown Electronic torque wrenches Torque measurement is made by a strain gauge attached to the torsion rod The torque reading is converted to the required unit of force Nm in Australia and shown on the digital display Video How to use a torque wrench on a bike at http www youtube com watch v 18 7IHhDFE9gE From Wiki Replace Operation and Safety The operation of a torque wrench is very straightforward simply tighten the fitting nut bolt or screw to the prescribed setting which can be read from a gauge You may need to zero the gauge before use if there is residual deflection evident i e it is not reading zero Safe operation requires you to wear standard workshop safety clothing including footwear and goggles for eye protection The torque wrench is inherently safe if you only tighten to the manufacturer s specification AURT
39. ration leaa Maintenance lll TYPOS cumini Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 27 of 68 Activity 8 Pliers Function a ee Maintenance umn i TYPOS a umninnnnnnnnnnininnnnninnnnnnninnnnnnnnnnnnnninninnnnnnnnnnnnnnnee Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 28 of 68 Activity 9 Hammer Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 29 of 68 Activity 10 Cold Chisels and Centre Punch Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 30 of 68 Activity 11 Hacksaw Function Operation Maintenance Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 31 of 68 Activity 12 Files Function cnn Operation Maintenance l TYPOS unin Comments AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 32 of 68 Activity 13 Fastening Hardware Maintenance Function Operation Maintenance a nnnm n seeeee seepeee n TYPOS a seeeeee M WHS OHS ooo e A 2 S inin 3
40. rkplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia http www eece uwa edu au students safety elec3307 safe environment Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 16 of 68 2 5 Power Tool Operation To get the best results from any portable tool you should remember the following points Clamp movable material down Allow the tool to reach full speed before bringing it to the job Lift tools clear of the work before switching off Don t stop tools when they are still working on the job Keep the cutting edges of tools sharp Listen to the sound of the motor for changes in pitch or tone a droning or slowing motor sound means an overloaded tool Electrical Insulation Earthing portable electric tools protects the user from electric shock There are two common systems of insulation Single insulated have an earth pin in the plug Double insulated no earth pin in their plug as shown Earthing Do not earth double insulated tools or all insulated tools They are totally enclosed in a casing made of tough plastic or similar material with no metal Three Pin Single Insulation parts exposed No safety eyewear Two Pin Double Insulated Portable electric tools which are double insulated or all insulated are clearly marked with the words DO NOT EARTH Tool Leads and Extension Leads All electrical leads must be checked and tagged before they can be used The tag will tell you if it is current Always check the
41. rom working on creepers a creeper is a wheeled trolley that a mechanical technician can lie on when working under a vehicle Hoists lift using electrically driven motors which pump hydraulic fluid to lifting cylinders They re capability is usually in the range 3200 kg to 5400 kg This is clearly marked on the hoist It is important to lift from the correct points on the vehicle usually indicated on the vehicle or in the service manual Selection Hoists are usually installed well before any day to day decisions are made about selection of a hoist The choice may be between several hoists of differing capacity The chosen hoist must be rated above the weight of the vehicle being lifted Beyond that the choice should be for the hoist with greatest capacity of those available Types We have seen that there are hoists of different capacity Some older hoists use air instead of hydraulic fluid to lift Any hoist you use must meet the AS NZ standards ee Safety Hoists do present a potentially fatal risk if they fail Controls include gt i E AN Don t use a hoist unless it is the bestmethod available Ensure the hoist meets the required standards Check that the hoist is in good service periodic checks have been completed Alarms are working Minimise time spent under the hoisted vehicle b q i ai PE al _ Lifting Demonstration Videos YouTube There are several useful videos showin
42. s have raised individual teeth and are used for reducing material quickly They leave a very coarse finish AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Image adapted from MEM18 1A Use hand tools DOUBLE CUT DREADNOLIGHT Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 51 of 68 Operation There are three simple actions to remember when using a file The images below show the correct hand positions to use Heavy Apply strong force on the forward stroke and allow the return stroke to slide easily over the surface Light Apply firm force with finger tips on the forward stroke and allow the return stroke to slide easily over the surface Finishing Guide the file gently with fingertip control applying light force on the forward stroke only Safety Files pose only a slight risk of injury to the hands Gloves can be worn but they do limit the feel of the filing action which could produce a les AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 52 of 68 4 10 Hacksaws Hacksaws are used for cutting metal They have a blade made out of very durable material with fine teeth Variety 1 Low tungsten steel blades are used for general purpose sawing of mild steel copper brass aluminium and similar metals Use this type of blade when first learning to use a hacksaw 2 High speed steel blades provide for fast cutt
43. sign decisions when doing repairs Types There are two broad categories bolt with or without nut and screw In these two categories individual fasteners vary from a few millimetres long in some electrical circuits to several hundred millimetres on heavy machinery http www adobe com cfusion exchange index cf j j id Other variables include the metal s used steel MEVE TE KEE EE SA aluminium brass threads per inch from 9 or 10 to 60 or more and tensile strength the ability to withstand tightening stress Washers are positioned between a bolt head or nut and the surface being fixed The washer spreads the force of the screw or bolt over a larger area and creates more surface tension to prevent slipping Safety The only substantial threat is a bolt or screw being tightened beyond its tensile strength and snapping This could release metal shards which could injure an eye Protective glasses should be worn along with normal workshop PPE AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 58 of 68 4 14 Drills There are several types of portable drilling machines available They all do the same basic task drill holes There are two main categories battery and mains power Battery drills are becoming so effective they are replacing mains powered drill in recent years Variety and Selection Cordless Drill Application and operati
44. spaces It can also be used for single handed operations The 180 230 mm angle grinder is a larger version of the 100 125mm diameter angle grinder It is designed for heavy grinding operations and needs to be held with two hands when it is being used Speeds in revolutions per minute RPM can vary with each machine Check that the machine speed is not greater than the maximum RPM of the disc Operating and Safety Grinders Disconnect power before making any checks Check that the grinder and its lead are in a serviceable condition Place the material to be ground in a vice or clamped to a bench Stand in a well balanced position with a clear view of the material Always check that the wheel is properly secured Point the grinder downwards when starting it up Hold it firmly because of a possible kick back Use a backwards and forwards motion across the surface being ground When using the large angle grinder keep both hands on the machine Do not remove the guard Never put the machine down until the wheel has stopped rotating Always place the grinder with the disc facing down AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 64 of 68 4 18 Air or Pneumatic Tools Pneumatic Power Wrench Uses and features Similar to the cordless wrench Air powered for greater safety and less noise Commonly used in large scale production
45. tag before using a tool Inspect all leads before use If the casing or conductor wires of a lead are broken or damaged the lead must be repaired and tagged by a qualified electrician Extension leads should be inspected and tagged regularly according to government regulations AURTTKOO2 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Auto Skills Australia Version 1 0 February 2014 Page 17 of 68 Adopt a tool Select a hand tool from your work shop then Clean it List its functions Research it what variations are there Bigger or smaller electric or manual old and new Teach yourself and or learn how to use it Select the PPE required to use it List any other hazard management controls needed when you are using it Explain your tool to your training group Tool name AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 18 of 68 Topic 3 Building proficiency Proficiency is a word we use to describe a person s overall ability to do something like using tools and equipment It is like skill but it goes further and includes choosing the right tools maintaining tools and avoiding injury or damage from tools Your proficiency in using a wide range of tools will grow as you spend months or years working in the automotive industry Part of this proficiency is physical skill and part of it is Knowledge In this study you w
46. ternet will show that there are many types of oil filter to match the many ways the oil filter can be attached The example shown is a traditional assembly Operation and Safety The oil filter wrench is used under a vehicle or at the very least in the engine bay It is simply attached and then used to rotate the oil filter off or on to the engine You will need to check and select the appropriate oil filter wrench for the make of car you are working on keeping in mind there is a wide range of types Wear workshop PPE clothes boots etc A means of cleaning up oil spills should be handy this could be as simple as a convenient cloth but a spills kit with portable bunding is ideal Wear gloves and goggles to avoid any spillage problems Ensure that the engine is cool engine oil at operating temperature can cause serious burns AURTTKO02 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 49 of 68 4 8 Pliers Pliers are used to hold small components our hands are too big to control Pliers can also be used for shaping or cutting light metal sheets or wire In the figure we can see Variety and Operation 1 amp 4 Bolt Cutters as the name implies these are highly leveraged pliers for cutting thick metal such as bolts 2 Side Cutters these pliers are exclusively for cutting wire and thin metal 3 Slip Joint Pliers adjustable pliers used only for holdin
47. uipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 39 of 68 Activity 20 Specialised Tools There are many specialised tools used in a mechanical workshop Some are for a special task some are for a particular make of vehicle Here are two tools used in most workshops to work on gear boxes and to extract damaged or broken screws M Tool Name Function i Appearance O y Gear Puller p o e a O Extractors AURTTKO002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment Version 1 0 February 2014 Auto Skills Australia Page 40 of 68 Topic 4 Reference Information You will be developing your proficiency in a range of tools and equipment In this section you are supplied with information which will help you achieve proficiency In some cases there will be everything you need In other cases you will need to use the internet each other and your instructor to get everything you need Hand tools anything that doesn t require an external energy source just some elbow grease Power Tools covers power tools which use either electricity or air pressure to work Using Reference http blog hemmings com wp content uploads 2013 01 McPherson_700 jpg Information On the following pages you have been supplied with information on each tool and piece of equipment used in this study You will use this information along with your practical experience to complete the proficiency matrix in the pages above
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