Seeing that tools are returned to their proper place at the end of each day A requirement to conduct a biweekly inventory/ inspection ensures that tools are maintained and ready for use. Whenever you have missing, broken, or worn- out  tools,  submit  NAVSUP  1250-1,  signed  by  your division/company   commander   or   chief,   for replacement. You may also be required to start action on a survey form (NAVSUP Form DD 200) for lost, destroyed, or damaged by other than normal wear. For help in filling out these forms, ask your crew leader, first-class supervisor, or chief. TOOL  USE When using tools, use them the way they were designed to be used. Adjustable wrenches should not be used as hammers; screwdrivers should not be used  as  chisels,  and  so  forth.  Not  only  can  you damage what you are working on, but you can injure yourself or someone else. Keep tools clean and free of grease, oil, and dirt. When you are through with a tool, put it back in its proper place. Tools requiring maintenance  must  be  turned  into  CTR/CSR  for immediate replacement. Do not take chances. For instance, a chisel with a mushroomed head where the mushroomed  portion  of  the  head  has  just  the slightest split when struck with a hammer, a piece of the metal may become an airborne piece of shrapnel. Normally,  preventive  maintenance  is  performed  on all power tools at least monthly. Be sure you comply with the maintenance inspections of your command. Plan  ahead.  Use  the  prepared  preventive  main- tenance  schedule you received to help in job produc- tion and  save the time lost to inspection. As mentioned before, you are responsible for all tools assigned to you. The tool user is also responsible for tool safety and accountability. If you borrow a tool, be sure to return it to its proper place. Report any problems  you  have  with  tools.  Remember  tools  are expensive. It also takes time to replace lost or broken tools. TOOL SAFETY Protect your hands from injury as directed by the applicable safety instructions whenever you use tools. You may be working under a severe handicap without the full use of both hands. Make it a habit to FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES. TEN RULES OF TOOL SAFETY Several important aspects of safety should remain uppermost in your mind when you are on the job. The ten rules are as follows: LEARN the safe way of doing your job before you  start. THINK safety, and ACT safely at all times. Obey safety rules and regulations; they are for your protection. WEAR  proper  clothing  and  protective equipment. CONDUCT  yourself  properly  at  all  times; horseplay  is  prohibited. OPERATE   only   the   equipment   you   are authorized to use. INSPECT  tools  and  equipment  for  safe condition  before  starting  work; ADVISE your superior of any unsafe conditions or practices promptly. REPORT   an   injury   to   your   superior immediately. SUPPORT your safety program and take an active part in   safety  meetings. Additionally, there are several good tool habits to help you perform your work more efficiently and safely. TOOL HABITS “A place for everything and everything in its place”  is  just  common  sense.  You  cannot  do  an efficient, fast repair job when you have to stop and look around for each tool you need. The following rules will make your job easier: KEEP EACH TOOL IN ITS PROPER STORAGE PLACE. A tool is useless when you cannot find it. When you return each tool to its proper place, you know where it is the next time you need it. KEEP YOUR TOOLS IN GOOD CONDITION. Protect  them  from  rust,  nicks,  cracks,  burrs,  and breakage. placed in it when the tool is not in actual use. When possible, the too lbox should be locked and stored in a designated area. KEEP  YOUR  TOOL  ALLOWANCE  COMPLETE. When you are issued a toolbox, each tool should be 3-2