FACTS

1. Improper Tool Use: Using hand tools like shovels, pruners, or trowels incorrectly (e.g., wrong grip, excessive force) can lead to cuts, blisters, or musculoskeletal strains, particularly in the hands, wrists, and back.
2. Lack of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Not wearing gloves, safety glasses, or sturdy footwear increases the risk of punctures, eye injuries, or foot injuries from sharp or heavy tools.
3. Poor Tool Maintenance: Dull, damaged, or dirty hand tools (e.g., rusty shears, loose shovel handles) reduce efficiency and increase injury risk due to slipping or excessive force.
4. Repetitive Motion Injuries: Prolonged use of hand tools for tasks like […]

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