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Drills

Holman currently utilizes the following drills below, please click the link to view the operating manual.  

  • Blum Minipress Drill (BA-101)  
  • Bosch SDS Drill (11250VSR) 
  • DeWalt Compact Drill (DCD794) 
  • DeWalt Impact Driver (DCF845) 
  • General International Drill Press (75-200) 

Hand Drill – General Procedures 

  • Authorized Personnel with specific tool training only. 
  • Wear appropriate and approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as applicable. 
  • Be aware of loose clothing, jewellery, or hair that can cause hazards with the machinery. 
  • Make sure your working area is clean and completely unobstructed. 
  • Inspect workstation and surrounding area for any potential hazards. 
  • Keep drill air vents clear to maintain adequate ventilation.  
  • Visual inspection of machine, check power and stock to be drilled. 
  • Keep drill bits sharp always.  
  • Keep all cords clear of the cutting area during use. Inspect for frays or damage before each use.  
  • Secure workpiece being drilled to prevent movement. 

Drill Press – General Procedures 

  • Authorized Personnel with specific tool training only. 
  • Wear appropriate and approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as applicable. 
  • Be aware of loose clothing, jewellery, or hair that can cause hazards with the machinery. 
  • Make sure your working area is clean and completely unobstructed. 
  • Inspect workstation and surrounding area for any potential hazards. 
  • Make sure that the drill press has a start/stop button within easy reach of the operator.  
  • Make sure the drill press has a working emergency stop button (e-stop). 
  • Make sure a guard, shield or barrier is in place and functioning properly before starting work.  
  • Use a vacuum, brush, or rake to remove cuttings.  
  • Remove burrs and chips from a drilled hole. When making deep holes, clean out the hole frequently.  
  • Use a clamp or drill vise to prevent work from spinning.  
  • Make sure the drill bit or cutting tool is locked securely in the chuck. Remove the chuck key before starting the drill press.  
  • Lubricate drill bit when drilling metal.  
  • Reduce the drilling pressure when the drill begins to break through the workpiece. This action prevents drill from pulling into the work and breaking.  
  • Keep drill bits clean and sharp. Dull drills are a common cause of breakage.  
  • Keep floor around the drill press free of oil and grease.  
  • Keep the working surface clean of scraps, tools, and materials.  
  • Keep guards in place and in good working order.  
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