After installing the first rivet, what should you do next?

After installing the first rivet, conducting a visual inspection of the heads of the rivet is crucial. This inspection serves several purposes: it allows you to ensure that the rivet is properly formed, seated correctly, and that the head is intact without any deformities or defects. Checking the rivet heads can help you identify any installation issues before proceeding with additional work, which might lead to complications or structural weaknesses if overlooked. A proper inspection lays the foundation for a secure and reliable assembly, essential for maintaining safety and integrity in aerospace applications.

In this context, inspecting the rivet prior to moving on to the next one ensures a standard of quality and adherence to protocols required in aerospace assembly.