Things You Will Need
Removing the rust from it is easy.
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Use the sandpaper to rub as much of the rust off the screwdriver as you can. The downside to this is that sometimes the screwdriver itself can be damaged. If there are big lumps of rust on it, get those off or at least down some with the sandpaper. This will make the next steps easier.
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Lay the screwdriver on a disposable surface, preferably outside, or on an outdoor concrete surface. Put on your goggles, gloves and mask to avoid inhalation or accidental ingestion or contact with eyes and skin.
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After reading the label on the spray-on rust remover, use the hand pump to spray the screwdriver until it is thoroughly coated. Allow the screwdriver to sit for the recommended amount of time on the particular brand of rust remover you've used.
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Wipe away the spray-on rust remover with a clean rag or cloth, using a little elbow grease to bring away the rust with it. You may rinse it briefly to get all of it off, but be sure to dry it immediately so as not to start a rusting process up again.
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Keep your goggles, mask and gloves on. Fill a small tub or container with the recommended amount of soaking rust remover and water, or, in some cases, just the rust remover.
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Slide your screwdriver into the rust remover, and wait the recommended amount of time. This is usually about 30 minutes, maybe less. These types of rust removers claim to be specially formulated to remove only rust without damaging the hard plastic or metal of your screwdriver.
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Pull the screwdriver out, and wipe away the excess substance and rust with a cloth. Again, rinsing it briefly is okay as long as you dry it immediately afterward.