Workshop Safety Tips: Extension Cords

Video Transcript

"Hi, this is Jon, and in this clip I'll be talking about extension cords. Another safety tip that is becoming increasingly more popular is to use only one extension cord for all of your 110 volt power tools in the shop. Now when I say this I mean one extension cord for all your tools, not one per tool. What this will do, it will make you a little bit more aware of unplugging and disconnecting the power for each of those tools. This way you're forced to switch the power cord from tool to tool before it can be used. This is going to help prevent accidental starting of any tools that might be left plugged in. Additionally if you do blade changes or sandpaper changes, you're going to be more aware of disconnecting the power to that tool. Now with your extension cord, before you do use it, you want to check it over and make sure it is in good working condition, there's no nicks, tears, wears, breaks. Additionally both ends need to be in good condition. "