A tool belt, tool harness, tool apron or a tool vest is a belt, apron, or harness worn around the waist, torso, or shoulders and fitted with pouches / pockets, loops, or holsters designed to hold and organize hand tools, equipment, and fasteners. Tool belts are commonly used in construction, carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and other trades where quick access to tools is essential. Tool belts allow the wearer to carry frequently used tools within easy reach while keeping both hands free for work. Some tool belts are part of a larger harness, suspenders, or vest system over the shoulders to distribute weight and reduce strain on the lower back and waist.
Types
Waist tool belts Hip tool belts Suspenders / harness tool belts Tool vest Working aprons - woodworking apron, garden tool apron, and sewing apron.
Tools and equipment
A tool belt can be configured to carry a wide variety of hand tools and accessories, depending on the trade. Common items include: Hammer Screwdriver Pliers Tape measure Utility knife Carpenter pencils Chalk line Cat's paw Cordless nail gun Crowbar Bubble level Nail set Adjustable spanner Wire stripper Combination square Nails and screws Flashlight Speed square Allen wrench Staple gun Pop-rivet gun Power drill Rotary tool
Electrician's tools and equipment
Wire stripper Multimeter Insulated screwdriver Voltage detector FASTON terminal Fish tape Cable cutter Cable ties Conduit bender Crimping tool Needle-nose pliers Electrical tape Tapered reamer Utility knife Flashlight
See also Fanny pack List of tools and equipment Personal protective equipment Tool bag Woodshop (workspace) Workshop
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