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Tool List

Determine and create a detailed list of the hand tools (manual and power) needed to accomplish the process.

Please refer to the following Guidelines and Specifications for further details.

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Hand Tools

Hand Tool Design and Selection

Provides a set of guidelines for the design and selection of hand tools.Handle Design Guidelines

Provides specific dimensions (preferred, minimum and maximum) for tool handle design.
Hand Tool - Checklist (Word)

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Step-by-step checklist to assess hand tool selection and use.Guide to Selecting Non-Powered Hand Tools (pdf)CDC publication provides specific information about selecting non-powered hand tools.
Grip and Hand Strength Guidelines

Provide criteria and illustrations for various grasps and hand motions. 

 

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