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Men hold power tools differently when other men are watching
A workshop observation study
Men adopt a more active and coordinated tool-handling profile when other men are watching. Social observation is a measurable component of workshop preparation.
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Tool-handling profile by presence of other men
AloneOther Men Present
mean events per five-minute session
| Criterion | Alone | Other Men Present |
|---|---|---|
| Grip changesChanges in hand position on the tool | 2.4 | 4.8 |
| Stance wideningIncreases in distance between the feet | 1.8 | 3.6 |
| Inverted holdsHolding the tool upside down | 1.2 | 2.4 |
| Trigger checksTrigger presses with the battery removed | 0.8 | 1.6 |
| Lateral glancesGlances to either side of the workbench | 2.1 | 4.2 |
Workshop Behaviour Unit, Merrow University
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