Module B - hdbk10030058

DOE-HDBK-1003-96

APPENDIX D

D.1.2 Module B

In addition to the items listed in Module A, instruction should enable the trainee to perform the

following:

Identify the types of manual hand tools available

Describe the design characteristics of each type of tool

identify the parts of each tool

explain the function of each part

describe the application(s) for which each tool was designed

describe and compare the advantages and disadvantages of each tool

Identify the types of materials on which each type of tool may be used

Explain the requirements for using insulated and non-sparking tools

Identify the personnel protective equipment needed when using hand tools (as applicable)

Explain the limitations of each tool (as applicable)

Explain the importance of maintaining tools in excellent condition

Describe the common failure mechanism(s) of each type of tool

Identify indications of common failures of each type of tool

Identify repairable and nonrepairable defects in tools

Describe procedures for tagging and disposing of defective tools

Describe procedures for repairing defective parts of tools (e.g., dressing screwdriver blades

and replacing wooden handles)

Describe procedures for maintaining and cleaning each type of tool

Identify cleaning substances and materials that may be applied to each type of tool

Demonstrate proper methods of protecting tools

in a radiologically controlled environment

in a confined space

when working from heights

when working near open systems

Demonstrate the proper use of each type of hand tool, including precautions and

consequences of improper use.

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