Don’t be a fool, use the proper tool!

Selecting the right tool for the job is as critical to preventing injury as it is to getting the job done right. We must be educated on proper tool selection and the risks in improvising (i.e. using a screwdriver as a chisel).  When used safely, power tools are among a worker’s most valuable assets. But when used in an unsafe manner, the same capabilities that make these tools so effective can also create a high risk for injury. Every year, thousands of workers miss work time after a power tool injury. Continue reading