How to Use a Drill Safely




place to look 
next.



Preparing to Drill



1


them from flying 
debris. 



2


protection is not 
necessary.




recommended whenever using 
them.



3


a known respiratory 
hazard.



Each respirator is rated for certain types of hazards. Make sure the one you use is suited to your project.





4


which bit to 
use.




visible on both 
sides.



5


turn on the 
drill.




tip can be 
larger).[6]


break during drilling




6


slip and injure 
you.[8] `



7


a cordless drill 
instead.[9]




cord into a 
two-prong outlet.[11]



Drilling Safely 



1


wood or other 
damage.[12]




create a small 
dent.



2


using the wrong 
bit.[13] 



3


deep could damage 
something, lower the torque.



Some models mark the highest torque with a drill bit icon.[14]



4


seconds to cool 
down.




can reach the 
tip.[15]


down before touching 
it.



5


bit using manual 
tools.[16] 
