Safety rules handling tools

Top Safety rules every woodworker should know

• 1. Always Wear Safety Equipment and wear appropiate clothing. Appropriate personal protective equipment, e.g., safety goggles, etc., should be worn due to hazards that may be encountered while using tools.

• 2. Tools can be dangerous. Never play with them. The greatest hazards posed by hand tools result from misuse and improper maintenance.

• 3. Avoid Distractions

• 4. Disconnect Power Before Blade Changes

• 5. Try Using One Extension Cord

• 6. Use Sharp Blades & Bits

• 7. Always Check for Nails, Screws and Other Metal

• 8. Always Work Against the Cutter

• 9. Never Reach Over a Blade to Remove Cut-Offs

You can find more information in these links:

• Top 10 Safety rules every woodworker should know
• Hand and Power tools
• The seven golden rules of power tool safety