# Power Tools & Tool Safety
Power tools do the heavy lifting on a jobsite — and they demand respect. (Hand tools are covered in their own lesson.)
## Common power tools
- **Drill / driver** and **impact driver** — drilling holes and driving screws.
- **Circular saw** — straight cuts in lumber and sheet goods.
- **Reciprocating saw** — demolition and rough cuts.
- **Miter saw** — accurate angled cross-cuts.
- **Grinder** — cutting/grinding metal and masonry.
- **Nail gun** — fast fastening (extremely powerful — never point it at anyone).
## Tool safety — every time
- **Read the tool** — guards, settings, and the **right blade or bit** for the material.
- **Keep guards in place**; never bypass them.
- **Secure the work** (clamp it) and keep both hands clear of the blade path.
- **Unplug or remove the battery** before changing blades/bits.
- Wear **eye and ear protection**; no loose clothing or jewelry; mind the cord.
- Stay focused — most power-tool injuries happen in a careless split second.
**Takeaway:** Power tools do the heavy work — respect them: guards on, work secured, right blade, PPE, and full attention.
> *Educational overview — practice the hands-on skills with real tools and materials.*
