Lesson 1: Basic DIY Tools & Safety - Template

Personal Tool Inventory

Current Tools

Tool	Condition	Replacement Needed?	Notes
	□ Good □ Fair □ Poor	□ Yes □ No
	□ Good □ Fair □ Poor	□ Yes □ No
	□ Good □ Fair □ Poor	□ Yes □ No
	□ Good □ Fair □ Poor	□ Yes □ No
	□ Good □ Fair □ Poor	□ Yes □ No

Tools to Acquire

Priority	Tool	Estimated Cost	Purpose	Where to Buy
High		£
High		£
Medium		£
Medium		£
Low		£

Workspace Planning

Space Assessment

Available area dimensions: _____ m × _____ m

Location options: □ Garage □ Shed □ Basement □ Utility room □ Other: _____________

Permanent or temporary setup: □ Permanent dedicated space □ Convertible space □ Portable solution

Workspace Design

Work surface requirements: - Height: _____ cm - Length: _____ cm - Width: _____ cm - Weight capacity needed: _____ kg

Storage needs: □ Wall-mounted storage □ Toolbox/chest □ Shelving □ Drawers □ Pegboard

Lighting plan: □ Natural light □ Overhead lighting □ Task lighting □ Portable lights

Power requirements: □ Number of outlets needed: _____ □ Extension cords required: □ Yes □ No □ Power strip needed: □ Yes □ No

Workspace Setup Checklist

Clear area of non-essential items

Clean thoroughly

Install storage solutions

Set up work surface

Arrange lighting

Organize tools by frequency of use

Establish safety equipment station

Create cleanup/maintenance routine

Project Assessment Form

Project Details

Project description: _______________________________________

Skills required: _________________________________________

Tools needed: ___________________________________________

Materials needed: _______________________________________

Estimated time: _________________________________________

Estimated cost: £_________

DIY Evaluation

Skill level required: □ Beginner □ Intermediate □ Advanced

Safety considerations: □ Heights □ Electrical □ Heavy lifting □ Power tools □ Chemicals

Permits required: □ Yes □ No □ Unsure

DIY or professional decision: □ DIY project □ Hire professional □ DIY with professional consultation

Project Planning

Steps: 1. _______________________________________________________ 2. _______________________________________________________ 3. _______________________________________________________ 4. _______________________________________________________ 5. _______________________________________________________

Potential challenges: - _______________________________________________________ - _______________________________________________________

Contingency plan: - _______________________________________________________ - _______________________________________________________

Safety Protocol

Emergency Information

Emergency contacts: - Local emergency number: _______________________ - Poison control: _______________________ - Nearest hospital: _______________________ - Trusted neighbor: _______________________

Utility shut-offs: - Water main location: _______________________ - Electrical panel location: _______________________ - Gas shut-off location: _______________________

Project-Specific Safety Checklist

Reviewed all tool manuals

Selected appropriate safety gear

Cleared workspace of tripping hazards

Informed household members of project

Checked tools for damage before use

Planned for proper ventilation if needed

Identified first aid kit location

Reviewed emergency procedures

Post-Project Maintenance

Clean all tools before storage

Inspect for damage or wear

Note any supplies that need replenishing

Document lessons learned for future projects

Update tool inventory if new tools acquired

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