Working with electricity is a dangerous job that comes with a daily risk of injury or fatality. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International, 2019 saw the most fatal electrical injuries in the workplace (166) since 2011, and almost 2,000 workers were injured in electrical accidents. An electrician needs to have the right tools for electrical work to get the job … [Read more...]

Initially developed by 3M around 1945-46 and called No. 33 tape, electrical tape, also known as thermal insulation or insulating tape, is a must-have for any licensed electrician or apprentice. Compared to other types of tape, electrical versions stretch to wrap tightly around wiring while also providing insulation. Since the tape is built for use in specific tasks, where … [Read more...]

More commonly known as a hex driver, a nut driver uses a spinning motion, like a traditional screwdriver. But instead of a flathead or Phillips head on the opposite end of the handle, nut drivers feature a hex or square-shaped inlet. Then, this fits over different size nuts and bolts, which you can tighten or loosen by twisting in the appropriate direction. Typically, … [Read more...]

Best Insulated Screwdrivers for Electricians Electrical installation and repair jobs can be complicated, and mistakes can have consequences. Projects both large and small require qualified professionals. That’s why electricians have to be licensed in almost every state, and sometimes at the county level, too.  To work as an apprentice, or become a fully licensed … [Read more...]