It is announced that Morse Watchmans Helps United Airlines Test Facility Keep Track of Tools. At the facility where United brings its jets for rebuilding, each mechanic is provided with the specific tools and test equipment. The items, some valued in price between $10,000 and $20,000, are kept in locked toolboxes located in assigned areas relating to the project. The shop uses the integrated Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher key control system to store the keys for the toolboxes and to enable complete control of who has access to individual keys. An audit trail tracks data regarding who removed any key, when it was taken and when it was returned.
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“With the KeyWatcher, the tools stay in their designated locations. We know the actual person who is using the tools, and we can hold them accountable. That's why we're not missing anything. They take pride in what they do and everything's there for the next person,” said Bob Brown, Senior Specialist, Continuous Improvement, United’s facility.
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The facility uses one 96-key and three 48-key KeyWatcher cabinets. The 96-key unit and one of the 48-key units incorporate card swipe readers to enable employee access using their time-and-attendance cards. All four cabinets have keypads that enable entry using a user's unique PIN number. Keys may be out for 20 minutes or for up to a full eight-hour shift. Backup keys, for use in case a key is lost, are also secured in the cabinet.
