New PTI Safety Manual Delivers Practical, Trade-Ready Power Tool Guidance

The Power Tool Institute has released a fully redesigned safety publication and launched a refreshed website, expanding its support for anyone who operates power tools—including professional tradespeople, vocational students, and do-it-yourself users.

The updated “Safety is Specific” guide compiles new, illustrated instructions covering nearly two dozen categories of power tools and power tool batteries. The content ranges from band saws and grinders to shapers and router tables, giving users specific, tool-by-tool direction on safe operation, maintenance, and handling.

Updated Guidance Across Tool Categories

Designed as a practical reference, the publication reinforces essential safety steps that apply across the trade: understanding the tool’s manual, reading all markings and packaging instructions, and keeping tools and batteries in proper working condition. Each section highlights precautions that help prevent common jobsite and workshop incidents.

Part of PTI’s Broader Rebrand and Digital Upgrade

The publication accompanies PTI’s recently launched rebrand, which introduces new visual elements and a streamlined website built for easier navigation. The updated site provides a centralized hub for safety resources, instructional materials, and public education on power tool operation.

Commitment to Safety and Industry Standards

As the leading organization dedicated to advancing safe use of power tools globally, PTI’s mission centers on public education and the promotion of high safety and quality standards across the industry. The group develops and distributes guidance to help contractors and other users avoid improper operation and ensure tools are used as intended.

The new “Safety is Specific” guide is available for download at PTI’s website, along with a full library of safety resources and educational content at powertoolinstitute.com.

Note: this press release was rewritten with help from generative AI.