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Grip the hammer by the end of the handle.
Hold the hammer tightly so it doesn’t slip out of your hands.
Hold the nail to the surface, and gently tap the nail with the hammer until it stays in place.
Swing the hammer with your entire arm.
Inspect the hammer before using it to ensure it’s in good condition.
Ensure that the head of the hammer is firmly attached to the handle.
Look behind and above you before swinging the hammer.
Keep enough clearance from fellow workers.
Do not use a hammer for any purpose for which it was not designed or intended.