How Ergonomically Friendly Are Your Electronics Hand Tools?

Electronics Hand Tools are used in a variety of Electronics, Computer and Telecommunications applications. Studies have shown that in may cases using ergonomic tools will help reduce or eliminate injuries referred to as musculoskeletal disorders. These types of injuries are caused by repetitive movements over a long period of time, causing damage to muscles, tendons, nerves and joints.

Exactly what does ergonomic, or ergonomic design mean? According to the Merriam Websters Online Dictionary the definition reads as follows:"1:an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely -called also biotechnology, human engineering, human factors"

So in layman's terms what does ergonomic mean? Let me try to explain in terms that are a little easier to digest.

Many times you will see Electronics Tools and other types of Hand Tools advertised as ergonomic, or that they are designed with ergonomic features. These types of tools are designed specifically to fit your hand in a manner that helps you avoid muscle fatigue and other types of injuries from long term use.
The advantage of using Ergonomic Tools is the reduction of long term injury.

Using Ergonomic Electronics Hand Tools and following some of these simple tips when selecting Electronics Hand Tools can help you in this effort.

* Electronics Hand tools used for precision require a low amount of force. Tools such as precision screwdrivers, torx drivers, and security screwdrivers should feel comfortable to the hand when using them. Your Electronics Precision Tools should have a handle diameter of no less than 1/4" and no more than 1/2".
* Double Handled Electronics Tools should have a grip span of around one inch when closed and no more than three inches when opened.
* Electronics Tools for pinching, grabbing or cutting such as needle nosed pliers, wire crimper's and micro cutters should have a spring loaded handle to return them to the open position when not performing a task.
* The edges of handles should have cushioned or rubberized grips which alleviates hand stress and also provides better grip.
* Electronics Tools with bent handles are much better than those with straight handles. Curved or bent handles allow your wrist to remain straight instead of a bent position. This helps alleviate muscle stress, which can lead to carpal tunnel.
* Try to select tools that can be used with either the dominant hand or other hand.

Like anything else, good common sense is a great way to avoid any type of injury. Your posture, workbench, stool or chair, also play a big factor into relieving painful back stress and other types of common muscular ailments. Over long periods of time poor posture or harmful contact pressures from improper tool use can cause injuries that not only cost you big dollars in medical costs but loss of income from loss of work. Proper planning can avoid all of these types of injuries now and in the future.

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