Hand Tool Ergonomics (CCOHS)

Developed by: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety)

Description:  This resource links to a set of 5 other information sheets about how to safely use hand tools at work. The topics are focused on powered tools and workers interacting with industrial equipment rather than unpowered hand tools. Includes information about general hazards, tool design, and job design.

This is one of a series of 20 guidelines for common workplace tasks created by this developer. You can access them by clicking on the “Ergonomics” link at the top of this resource.

Keywords: hand, wrist, tool, vibration, drill, grinder, saw, grips, design, machine, operator, equipment