Fire Alarm Technician Tool List
Fire Alarm Technicians must have the right tools to perform their jobs effectively, efficiently and safely.
Recommended tools include a comprehensive set of hand tools like screwdrivers and pliers, specialized electrical equipment such as a multimeter and wire strippers, and power tools like a cordless drill. Other essential items are a ladder, safety gear, and testing/cleaning equipment. Some of these tools can be found at electrical supply stores, hardware stores and specialty safety equipment retailers.
Below, you’ll find a comprehensive list of tools recommended by the City of Toronto and where they can be purchased.

Klein 8″ Linemans Plier
Klein Needle Nose Plier
ChannelLock Plier Set
Milwaukee 6-in-1 Wire Stripping & Reaming Plier
Klein 6″ Diagonal Cutters
Klein Crimper
Utility Knife & Blades
Multi-Bit Screwdriver (11-in-1)
Klein Nut Drivers
Klein Tape Measure
Klein Torpedo Level
Tamperproof Screwdriver
Westward 4″, 6″, 8″ Adjustable Wrench
Milwaukee Imperial & Metric Wrenches
Milwaukee Hacksaw
Milwaukee Drill Bits 1/16″-1/2″
18″ Bolt Cutters
Hammer
Metric, Imperial & Torx Allen Keys
½”, ¾” & 1″ SDS Drill Bits
14″ Rigid Pipe Wrench
24″ Rigid Pipe Wrench
Electrician’s Toolkit (or purchase tools individually above)







