Static field route #384

What do I do when losing hardware on lift due to no pouch/bin?

Tools, Fasteners, Hardware & Material HandlingTools / hardware starter — verify approved material and method

Use a pouch, bin, magnet tray, or parts cup on the lift so screws, nuts, clips, and bits do not fall or disappear.

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Field checklist

Sort hardware before raising.
Keep parts in a closed pouch/bin when moving.
Separate different screw/anchor types.
Do not set parts on rails.
Check the platform before lowering/moving.

Ask foreman

Do we have a parts bin/pouch for this lift work so hardware doesn’t fall?

Do not

Do not balance loose hardware on duct, lift rails, or ceiling grid.

Why it matters

Lost hardware wastes time; dropped hardware can hurt someone.

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