Prevent Strain with Tool Belts

Prevent strain with tool belts
January 12, 2011

Using tool belts can be helpful for carting a large number of tools around a jobsite. But when fully loaded, tool belts can weigh upward of 50 pounds, according to OSHA. This puts significant strain on the lower back and hips. Wearing tool belts for an extended period of time can cause fatigue, discomfort and pain, the agency warns. To learn more about preventing strain with tool belts, click here.

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