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Text from
the OSHA Logging Compliance Directive, CPL 2-1.19
J. General Inspection Procedures.
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9. Hand or Portable Powered Tools and Machines.
The revised standard requires the employer to assure that each hand and
portable powered tool, including each tool provided by an employee, is maintained in serviceable
condition and is inspected before initial use during a workshift. If a tool is
not used during a workshift it does not need to be inspected. The employer may delegate the
tasks of maintenance and inspection to the employee who uses the tools, but ultimately the employer
remains responsible. There are different ways in which employers can accomplish their
obligation of assuring that tools are maintained and inspected. For example, one method
employers can use is informing employees of the maintenance and inspection procedures
during training, reinforcing the requirements during regular safety and health meetings,
and by conducting spot checks of employees who use tools.
The standard does not require a written record of inspections.
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