1. 14.4 V Cordless Master craft Reciprocating Saw By Hussein Ebrahim Monday, November 15, 2005 Objective: To explain components of a reciprocating saw and give details regarding safety issues.

2. Basic Components Of Reciprocating Saw.

3. Basic Functions Of Components Trigger switch: Activates saw which shifts back and forth. Lock Off Button: Locks trigger switch and turns saw off. Battery Pack: Contains 12 V battery which provides current that makes motor function. Saw Blades: Component that cuts through object at a rate of with blade stroke of 7/8” 0- 3000 SPM.

4. Two Types of Saw blades

5. Safety Issues while using a Reciprocating Saw. Electric Shock Amputation Eye Injuries Hearing Loss Puncture Wounds Cuts and Abrasions Contusions/crushingBurns

6. Electric Shock Improper grounding (removing the ground prong from the plug). Not unplugging equipment when changing accessories. Frayed cords. Pulling on the cord to unplug the equipment. Standing in water or wet surfaces. Not using a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).

7. Common Causes Of Injuries. Removal of guards. Using damaged equipment. Improper use of equipment. Using the wrong tool. Hearing loss and Eye injuries. Not wearing the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) such as ear plugs or muffs for the ears and safety glasses, goggles or face shields for the eyes. Amputation, puncture wounds, cuts, abrasions, contusions and burns

8. Five Basic Rules To prevent Injuries. Keep all tools in good condition with regular maintenance. Use the right tool for the job. Examine each tool for damage before use and do not use damaged tools. Operate tools according to the manufacturers’ instructions. Properly use the appropriate PPE.

9. References http://www.ehs.ohio- state.edu/docs/labsafe/Hand&PowerToolS afety.ppt http://www.ehs.ohio- state.edu/docs/labsafe/Hand&PowerToolS afety.ppt http://woodworker.com/Dewalt_Drill.htm