Power and Electrical Tools

Start with equipment and safety

The mind map “Portable Electrical Equipment” is a useful starting point for looking at hazards and checks. It lists unsuitable equipment, inadequate maintenance and defective apparatus, as well as environmental conditions such as damp and dust. It also mentions misuse and abuse, equipment checks and user checks.

Start by reading through those branches, then return to them after exploring the tools elsewhere on the page. You can use the map to organize the hazards and checks in your own notes.

Explore the toolbox maps

Several maps called “Toolbox” introduce different items and their uses. One describes a meter as a flexible graduated tape and a star screwdriver for tightening and loosening screws. Others list items such as pliers, scissors, insulating tape and gloves. One also describes a multimeter used to measure volts.

Compare the maps as you study: their lists overlap, but their descriptions give you different details to work with. The power tools flashcards add examples of cutting tools, including a jigsaw and a hand-held circular saw.

Combine maps with quizzes

After studying the maps, try “Ag Mechanics study course for final”. It includes questions about classifying power tools and tools with heavy bases. Another quiz asks students to identify a tool in a picture and mentions a reciprocating saw. Return to the maps and flashcards as you work through the terms and examples.

Place the topic in its unit

Power and Electrical Tools is a section of the Tools, Workshop Practice and Safety unit in Engineering and technology (general or other). The resources bring together tool identification, uses, equipment hazards and checks within that unit. Choose a map or quiz and build your own study route through the collection.