If a windshield must be removed to gain access, which tool is appropriate?

• A. An axe
• B. A pry bar
• C. A hammer
• D. A hacksaw

Answer: (A)

When you need to gain access through a windshield, you want a tool that can quickly and cleanly create an opening. An axe fits this need because its weight and edge allow you to strike around the edges of the windshield or through the frame to break and remove the glass efficiently, giving immediate access to interior compartments or occupants.

A pry bar is better for prying metal or wood components apart but isn’t as effective for rapidly removing glass. A hammer can break glass, but it’s slower and less controlled for making a sizable, safe opening. A hacksaw is designed for cutting metal or plastic and isn’t useful for removing glass quickly.