General Safety Rules for Using Metal Shears

Series Summary

Metal shears are tools which allow us to bend, shape and cut sheet metal. There are various kinds of metal shears, from hand-held models to high-powered hydraulic driven electric shears which are used in metal working.

In this series of free video clips, you’ll learn tips and techniques for using various types of metal shears, including how to use hand-held and foot-operated types of metal shears, and how to use a metal press and metal hole punch. Expert Jon Olson offers advice on cutting procedures, the proper clothing and precautions, and advice on maintaining and cleaning metal shears. Jon also covers the electrical requirements for operating an electric shear, the various points of danger when operating the equipment and general tool and work place safety.

Video Transcript

"Hi! This is Jon on behalf of expertvillage.com. In this video clip, I will be talking about general safety rules for using metal shears. First off you need to make sure that your work area is clean and free from any debris. It can cause a hazard while you are working. In addition, you want to make sure that you have a well lit work area as well. When tools are not in use, they should be stored in a designated area. Even better if you can lock them up, that will just help keep people away from them that shouldn't be by them. When carrying a tool, you want to make sure to carry it by the handle with your finger off of the trigger or you could carry it by the rest of the tool up here. In addition, you never want to carry it by the cord. "