Push_Brooms (Download) Push Broom Safety 1 What is a Push-Broom? push broom – a wide broom that is pushed ahead of the sweeper ( websters on-line dictionary) Consists of a cylindrical elongated handle typically made of wood or fiberglass The handle connects to a block with bristles by a screw type fitting, sometimes strengthened with […]

PryBars (Download) PRY BARS http://www.hand-tools.us/images/pictures/pry-bar–18in.-length.jpg PRY BARS A pry bar is an iron or flat steel bar used as a lever, with a single curved end and flat points with a single small groove on each end. http://curbly_uploads_production.s3.amazonaws.com/photos/0000/0001/1432/pry_bar_large.jpg Flat Pry Bar PRY BARS Typical pry bars are made of flat iron http://www.steritool.com/images/product/10294.jpg http://www.hand-tools.us/images/pictures/pry-bar–18in.-length.jpg Flat pry […]

PropaneTorch (Download) Propane Torch 1 Propane Torch A propane torch consists of propane gas and an igniter to create a flame, which can be used for numerous applications. Propane torches can reach 3,623 º F or 5,110 ºF when in conjunction with pure oxygen (example below). There are many types of propane torches ranging from […]

Pressure Washers (Download) Pressure Washers http://www.orangecountyhandymancontractor.com 1 A mechanical  sprayer  that uses  high pressure water to clean Basic Components: Motor Trigger Switch High-Pressure H ose Description of a Pressure Washer 2 Pressure Washer Uses Used to clean large, sturdy surfaces 1000 to 1500 PSI — Washing a car, bicycle, lawn furniture, grill 1400 to 1850 […]

PostHoleDiggers (Download) POST HOLE DIGGERs 1 INTRODUCTION The Post Hole Digger consists of one or two handles attached to metal shovel blades and joined via a hinge or can be fixed. Standard-Post Hole Digger To properly operate a post hole digger the tool is thrust into the ground, the handles pulled apart to grasp the […]

Pole Tree Pruner (Download) Pole Tree Pruner 12-16” Saw Blade – 1-2” diameter cutting capacity 6 – 12’ Reach – Fixed length or telescoping pole Lopper Cutter Basic Features What Is It Used For? Allows cutting and sawing of tree limbs at heights Advantages 12-16 ’ Extended Reach 1”-2” diameter cutting capability Sharp Saw Blade […]

Poison_Ivy_Poison_Oak_Sumac (Download) Poison Ivy, Poison Oak and Poison Sumac 1 Poison Ivy, Poison Oak and Poison Sumac Most common allergy in the country claiming half the population Sensitivity to urushiol can develop at any time Solutions or cures are those that annihilate urushiol Covered by workers compensation in some states (CA, for example) People with […]

Pliers (Download) Pliers Photo Courtesy of Dr. Hinze 1 What are Pliers? Pliers are a type of hand tool used to grasp objects firmly for cutting, bending, and compression Reference: http://www.stanleytools.com/default.asp?TYPE=STATIC&PAGE=HOME.HTM 2 Parts of Pliers Note: The above image was released into the public domain by its author. “Fulcrum” is positioned closer to one end […]

Pitchforks (Download) Pitch Forks / Garden Forks Images from Microsoft Clip Art General Description Pitchforks and Garden forks are tools that have a long handle attached to long, thin, widely separated tines which are used to lift loose material and “ pitch ” it. They generally have wooden handles with steel heads and tines. The […]

Nettle (Download) BULL NETTLE BULL NETTLE Coarse prickly weed – Fragrant white flowers Common throughout southern and eastern United States Blooms from April to August. Other names include Cnidoscolus texanus, Mala Mujer, stinging nettle, horse nettle, ball nettle, and ball nightshade. Normally an indicator of compaction and anaerobic soil, meaning there is very little oxygen […]