Operate Explosive Powered Tools

The “Operate Explosive Powered Tools” course aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills in operating explosive powered tools in accordance with WSH regulations.

The “Operate Explosive Powered Tools” is a mandatory WSH training course for all workers who are dealing with explosive powered tools in any forms of engineering works for building and construction and renovation industries.

Target Audience:

• Any individual dealing with explosive powered tools in any forms of engineering works for building & construction and renovation industries.

Topics:

• Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Acts and Regulations
• Duties and responsibilities of an explosive powered tool operator
• Fundamentals of explosive powered tools
• Fastening system and its application
• Explosive powered tool operational safety
• Explosive powered tool workshop practice

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the course attendees will be able to:

• State the safety requirements of the WSH (Explosive Powered Tools) Regulations
• Identify the types of explosives powered tools and principal parts of explosive powered tools
• Identify correct power selection and positioning
• Select the correct type of charges/fasteners for various types of base materials
• Carry out pre-operations safety checks for tools and accessories
• Operate explosive powered tools safely
• Load and unload cartridges
• Execute troubleshooting procedures and emergency response procedure
• Clean, maintain and store explosive powered tools and accessories after use
• Perform routine check and clean of tools and accessories
• Perform fixing to concrete and steel
• Perform tools disassembly and reassembly
• Identify hazards related to explosive powered tool operation and implement control measures