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Before Teaching a Child to Use a Drill

A checkbox-oriented sheet for a real adult-led session.

Check each item before moving on

• Read the drill and bit instructions
• Confirm the child is ready for the supervised task
• Select a stable, clamped workpiece
• Mark the hole location and depth limit
• Plan cord, battery, and bit storage
• Demonstrate trigger release and safe stop
• Keep hands outside the bit path
• Adult performs the first hole and final inspection

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