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Hand tools

How to extend the life of hand tools

Hammers

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Examples of manual tools

  • Hammers
  • Chisels
  • Trowels
  • Screwdrivers
  • Wrenches

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of manual tools depending on whether they are usable or unusable.

Usable hand tools

  • Extend the life of this item by reusing, selling, or donating

Reuse hand tools by:

  • Giving to family and friends
  • Posting on online websites like Facebook Marketplace

Donate usable hand tools to local charities. Contact your preferred charity to confirm what type of donations they are accepting.

Unusable hand tools

  • Put into your black cart

Put hand tools that are no longer usable into your black cart as garbage. Double bag and tie closed before disposing.​​​​​

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