Doing Simple Home Repairs Flashcards
0
Q
What are the tools in simple home repairs?
A
- Hammer
- Saw
- Screwdriver
- Folding meter
- Pliers
1
Q
What are the importance of doing simple home repairs?
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- Helps save money
- Makes things last longer
- Keeps the house in order
- Prevents accidents resulting from broken furniture
2
Q
It is a multipurpose tool used to put nails in place.
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Hammer
3
Q
This is used to cut materials into your desired size and form.
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Saw
4
Q
This is used to place screws in place.
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Screwdriver
5
Q
This is used to get the length, with and height of the object being made.
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Folding meter
6
Q
These are used ti cut wires.
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Pliers
7
Q
Some simple household furniture and equipment to be repaired.
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- A table or a chair with loose leg
- A table with loose nail
- A broken flower vase
- A loose screw on the wall, door or cabinet
- Frying pan or a carajay with a broken handle
- Kitchen spoon with a handle that is out of shape
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Q
Health and safety precautions when using tools for simple repairs.
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- Check wether all the tools to be used are in good condition.
- Hold the tool properly to avoid being hurt.
- Work in a spacious place with adequate light.
- Make sure that your fingers are not near the object.
- Sit properly and make sure you are relaxed when working.
- Make sure that the screwdriver fits the screw to be used.
- Some tools may be used with guidance of older people who know how to use those tools.