CRAFTSMAN^® PPE guidelines

Take pride in using your tools safely

Here are a few common things to keep in mind that often prevent us from being able to share your photos:

• Proper PPE should always be worn appropriately when any person(s) is in a photo with a CRAFTSMAN^® tool (regardless of whether it’s in use or not, and including bystanders).
• Never stand a tool up on its battery when any person(s) is also in the photo.
• Children cannot use the tools (or be nearby) in visual content.
• Eyeglasses and sunglasses do not count as proper safety PPE.
• Never rest a tool on an unstable surface.
• Must ensure hand placement is in the correct place on the tool, especially the handle (if applicable).
• Proper protective footwear should always be worn.

Always reference your CRAFTSMAN^® tool manual for proper tool usage and installation of required tool accessories (handles, guards, etc.).

Hand Tools

	Eye protection	Cut resistant gloves
Utility Knives	X	X
Screwdrivers/Nut-Runners	X
Wrenches	X
Pliers, Snips, Diagonal Cutters	X
Hand Saws	X	X
Striking Tools - Hammers, Axes, Sledge Hammers, etc.	X
Struck Tools - Cold Chisels, Slugging Wrenches, etc.	X	X

Layout & Measurement Tools

	Eye protection
Levels, Squares, etc.	X
Tapes	X

Power Tools

	Eye protection	Hot work gloves	Hearing protection	Cushioned gloves	Respiratory protection	Face shield
Drills/Drivers	X
Impact Drivers	X	X	X
Rotary Hammers, Hammer Drills	X		X	X	X
Portable Circular Saws*	X				X
Mitre Saws**	X		X		X
Table Saws**	X		X		X
Reciprocating Saws*	X		X	X	X
Jig Saws	X		X
Sanders	X				X
Belt Sanders***	X				X
Grinders	X	X	X		X	X
Warning - never use with: *Loose fitting gloves and gloves with fingers - **Gloves - ***Loose fitting gloves

Nailers

	Eye protection	Respiratory protection	Hearing protection	Cushioned gloves
Pneumatic Nailers	X		X
Batteries	X		X
Pat	X	X	X	X
Gas-Fueled	X		X

Pneumatic Tools

	Eye protection	Hot work gloves	Hearing protection	Cushioned gloves	Respiratory protection
Drills/Drivers	X
Impact Drivers	X		X
Rotary Hammers, Hammer Drills	X		X	X	X
Sanders	X				X
Grinders	X	X	X		X

Outdoor Tools

	Eye protection	Closed-toe footwear	Long pants	Hearing protection	Respiratory protection
Lawn Mowers (Corded, Cordless)	X	X	X
Edgers	X	X	X
Line Trimmers (Corded, Cordless)	X	X	X
Leaf Blowers & Lawn Vacuums	X			X	X

Other considerations:

• Tools operators and other workers shown in construction sites settings should be shown wearing high-visibility apparel, hard hats, and work boots.
• Use of hearing protection should be shown for certain applications where the workpiece and accessory can produce high noise levels – i.e. drilling holes in metal studs with a hole saw.
• Hearing protection should be added for certain applications or environments where the operator is exposed to moderate noise levels for extended periods of time – i.e. user operating drill in a factory environment.
• Tool operators shown working at height should be shown wearing appropriate fall arrest gear and using only tethered tools.
• Use of gloves recommended for heavy use where heat due to friction can cause sockets to get hot.