Inspect course-specific hand and power tools to visually identify defects.

Inspection should include

• identifying components of machinery (e.g., guards, blades, moving parts, start/stop switches)
• identifying standard safety procedures (i.e., lab practices and manufacturer recommendations)
• observing the safe operation of each piece of machinery in the lab
• identifying defects in hand tools.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some of the basic power tools used in electronics and robotics?
• What action should be taken before using a drill press?
• Why should a power tool always be grounded?