+ Safety wood working equipment Amber Henderson

+ OBJECTIVES Demonstrate safety practices for hand tool woodworking. Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment. Use a tape measure, combination square, and framing square.

+ Hammers Make sure that the handle has no cracks or splinters. Do not hit one hammer with Another; they might chip. When you use a hammer, be sure you hold it near the end of the handle To use; the head and handle of the hammer must not be damaged Select the right kind and size of hammer for the job. Don’t hit anyone!!

+ Screwdriver Select the right kind and size of screwdriver for the job. Make sure the blade is in good condition. Never grind or reshape the tip without permission from your teacher. Do not use a screwdriver in place of a chisel. Do not use a screwdriver for checking electrical circuits. If you are working around electrical equipment, use a screwdriver with a rubber or plastic (insulted) handle. Never use pliers on a screwdriver for added torque. Clamp small work to the bench or in a vise when driving screws. Never hold the work in your hand.

+ Wrenches Select a wrench big enough for the job When you use an adjustable wrench, pull toward the movable jaw. Never leave a wrench attached to machinery that is on operation. Never put a piece of pipe over the end of the wrench to get more leverage. Before you use a wrench, make sure the jaws fit tightly around the flats of the nut or bolt.

+ Files Never use a file without a handle Keep the files clean Do not bang them against anything or pry with them.

+ Chisels  Always clamp wood down  Never hold wood in your hands  Use as many clamps as needed to prevent wood from moving  Work with the grain when ever possible  Keep both hands behind the chisel  Use a rubber mallet only on chisels with metal tabs  Keep your tool sharp

+ Hand Saw Clear the work area before you start to saw When you start the cut, guide the saw blade with your hand. Begin by pulling the saw toward you. Move your hand away after the cut is started. When you lay a saw down, put it where no one can brush against the teeth Keep your eyes on the saw teeth and the work When you are nearing the end of a cut, ease up on the pressure stroke.

+ Hand Drill All work must be carefully secured on the drill press so that personal injury and damage are avoided. Use a drill vise, C-clamp, or V- block whenever possible. ALWAYS BE AWARE of where your fingers are in relation to the drill bit Bits get hot do not touch them after drilling DO NOT USE bits that are dull, bent or damaged DO NOT USE locking button unless the drill is mounted in a drill press stand or otherwise held stationary. ALWAYS unplug the drill when attaching or changing bits or accessories

+ Belt Sander Keep your work area clean Clean any accumulated dust particles Do not carry the power tool by the cord Make sure the belt sander is turned off before plugging it in. Use a clamp or some other practical way to secure the work piece Avoid wearing any loose clothing, jewelry or watches that may get caught If you have longhair tied it up or keep it contained. Wear eye protection, dust mask, hearing Be alert when using any power tool or heavy equipmen

+ Portable Circular Saw Wear eye protection Keep the tool unplugged when not in use and when changing blades While the saw is still unplugged, check the lower blade guard. Use the recommended blade depth. Support the surface being cut

+ Jig Saw Always use the correct extension cord per the manufacturer’s guidelines Secure your materials with clamps before picking up your jigsaw. Never reach under the material you are cutting, the blade goes below the visual field. Use the jig saw on applications it is meant to cut Your work area should be free of obstacles Clean up your sawdust regularly Visitors and fellow workers should be a safe distance from the jig saw while you have the trigger engaged. Turn off and unplug when not in use. Do not wear jewelry or watches while operating your jigsaw. No baggy clothing that could get caught in the jigsaw. Pull long hair away from the face.

+ Router Always wear eye & ear protection. Insert at least 3/4 of bit shank into the collet. Reduce router speeds for large bits Adjust fence for a slight clearance between the guide bearing and the stock Before changing cutters, always unplug your router. Always check bits for damage before use. Always use sharp bits.

+ Drill Press Check the speed setting to see that it is correct for your work holes over1⁄2in.should be bored at the lowest speed. Mount the bit so that it is secure and to the full depth of the chuck and in the center. Only use a type of bit that is – approved by the instructor After mounting the bit, remove the key from the chuck.

+ Table Saw Wear Safety Equipment Keep the Area Clean Maintain a Good Position Never Free-Hand a Cut Use a Push Stick one should not stand directly in front of the blade Always Disconnect Power Before Changing Blade Never Reach Over a Moving Blade

+ Radial Arm Saw Before you run the saw, check it over to make sure everything is setup right. Blade is tight and the right blade for the job. Blade guards are in right place and not broken. Do not stand directly in front of the blade Make sure you are using the right type of blade for the type of cuts you are making Wear Safety glasses or goggles every time you use a Radial Arm Saw. In some cases, you might want to wear a face shield. Wear Hearing protection if you are going to be cutting wood for any length of time Keep your full attention on what you are doing

+ Cont. Always let the saw blade get up to full speed before starting your cut Always clamp or hold tightly your wood Always keep your tabletop clear of small pieces of scrap wood Always hold onto the handle until the blade comes to a complete stop Last but most important is to make sure your hands and arms are well clear of the saw blade. Do not wear loose clothing as it can catch in the spinning blade. Also make sure you wear a cap or hair band to make sure your long hair doesn't get caught in the blade. Always pull the saw blade at a slow even pace through the wood. Make sure there isn't nails, screws or other objects in the wood you are cutting

+ Compound Miter The teeth of the saw blade should point back towards the fence. When finished cutting a board, let the saw coast to a stop before raising the blade out of the wood. Do not stand in line with the saw blade when cutting. Do not wear inappropriate clothing Wear safety goggles

+ Band Saw Keep all guards in place Don’t cut round stock on the band saw. Concentrate your attention on the job at hand. Keep the work area clean. Keep your hands and fingers several inches from the side of the blade. Never leave the machine operating while unattended If the blade comes out of the guides or breaks, stop the machine immediately by turning off the power. Do not reach across the saw line. Always use a push stick when sawing small stock