tools and equipment

1. power actuaded

1.1. Must be trained and licensed to operate. Test the tool each day before loading to ensure the safety devices are working properly. Wear suitable ear, eye, and face protection. Select a powder level that will do the work without excessive force.

2. hydraulic

2.1. Typical for roof mounted hoists Uses fluid to operate equipment

3. gas powered

3.1. Some gas-powered tools require mixed gas. This is a mixture of regular gasoline and an additive. (two strokes engines)

4. general safety

4.1. safety glassea, hearing protection, steel toe boots, gloves, faceshield, aproved dust mask or respirator.

5. types of hoist

5.1. rigid beam, monorail, swing beam, ladder hoist.

6. Tear off tools

6.1. Spud Shovel, Shingle Ripper, Scoop Shovel, Spud Bar.

7. info

7.1. Hand tools are perhaps the most important pieces of equipment for a roofer.

8. hand tools

8.1. Toolbox or bag to carry the hand tools Nail bag with proper belt and hatchet holder Tape measurer Hammer Mesuring tape Insulation knife Utility Knife

8.1.1. Roofer’s hatchet All purpose utility bar 8” crescent wrench Chalk line & Chalk to snap a straight line Screwdriver set Tin snips to cut metal

9. safety practices

9.1. A responsible roofer always maintains their tools in good working order, free from rust, dirt, or asphalt.

9.2. Use tools for their intended purpose Always inspect tools for possible defects before use Do not use defective tools

10. diferents souces of power

11. -Electric Uses electricity -Pneumatic Uses compressed air -Powder actuated Uses an explosive chemical like gun powderInternal -Combustion Gas, diesel, or propane -Hydraulic Uses liquid cylinders

12. tools commonly used

12.1. -Graundfault circuit interruptor (gfci), Extention cord, Grinders, Circle saw, Drill, Jigsaw, Impact drill, Pump, Drill bits and accesories, nail guns (lub with a few drops dayly. compressor,