Identify tools, their care and maintenance needs, functions, and handling.

Identification should include 

  • naming hand tools, power equipment, and additional lab equipment used in aviation maintenance 
  • selecting the appropriate tool for the job 
  • following manufacturer guidelines and industry standards or recommendations for cleaning, maintenance, and storage
  • calibrating tools.

ACS:

AM.I.E.K1
AM.I.E.K4

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is tool calibration important? 
  • Why is it important to maintain tools?
  • What tools require calibration?