Five best practices for tool safety, productivity, and work quality

摘要

A variety of tools are often capable of completing a particular job. But in most cases, there is only one proper tool. The job may get done whether using the wrong size screwdriver, a poor quality wrench, or using a torque wrench to loosen a fastener. However, there can be consequences. For instance, damaging a fastener or torque wrench can add time better spent elsewhere and reduce productivity. Threats to health and safety also come by regularly carrying tools that are never used, or modifying a tool from its original design. A continued effort by the wind industry to lower its O&M costs make it increasingly important that personnel have and use proper tooling.