- Do not use pliers on the screwdriver handle to gain extra turning power. Only use a wrench on a square shank or pin screwdriver, which is specifically designed for this purpose.
Do not expose the screwdriver blade to excessive heat as this may reduce the hardness of the blade.
Do not use a screwdriver with a split or broken handle.
Do not use a regular screwdriver to check the battery or determine if an electrical circuit is live.
Use a screwdriver with a screw holder to start driving screws into hard-to-reach places.
Use a short screwdriver in tight spaces where a regular screwdriver cannot be used.
The rounded tip should be refined with a file; make sure the edges are straight.
It's best to store screwdrivers used in the workshop in a stand. This way, you can quickly make the right choice.
Keep the screwdriver handle clean; a greasy handle may cause accidents.
A screwdriver should never be used as a crowbar. If it becomes overstressed in this manner, the blade could break and send a piece of steel into the operator's arm or even towards their eyes.
Do not use a screwdriver to mix the paint.
Do not use a screwdriver near live wires or to test electrical devices.
Do not use a screwdriver to pry.
