What is the Best Tool?
Using the best hand tool for a job optimizes efficiency, precision, safety, durability, and ergonomics.
This wrench is the right tool for tightening the turnbuckle
It enhances the overall work experience, ensures better results, and promotes a more productive and sustainable approach to manual tasks. The best tool does the following:
- fits the job you are doing
- requires the least effort to perform a task
- fits the work space available
- reduces the force you need to apply
- fits your hand
- can be used in a comfortable work position
- does not require you to raise or extend the elbows (heavy tools)
Conditions that Cause Hand and Wrist Illnesses
The following are some of the conditions that can cause hand and wrist illnesses:
- frequent or repetitive movement of the hand or wrist (usually associated with awkward wrist angles)
- inappropriate tool and equipment design
- vibrating knives and saws
- poor work station design and arrangement
- cold environments
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
1-5. A well-designed ergonomic tool will _____.
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