Personal Protective Equipment or PPEs are widely recognized as necessary, and in many cases mandatory, to minimize a worker’s exposure to hazards that can cause serious workplace injuries. For those workers involved in the manufacture and maintenance of aircraft engines, helicopters, industrial turbines, and other large equipment, ensuring worker safety is paramount and should be ingrained in the daily routine of all involved. In addition to required PPEs, the tools that workers use also need to be considered in any safety routine.

Safety starts when evaluating tools prior to their purchase. What are some things to consider?