There are a lot of basic rules for working around power tools that everyone has probably known since they took a high school shop class. These are the kind of rules that were born out of common sense, even though they arent always applied in our everyday lives. Everyone knows you should always pay attention to what is going on around you and never rough house in the shop area. Eye protection is a must, even if you feel silly wearing goggles. Proper protective clothing that fits the project you are working on is also a way to safeguard against injury. These are the rules that everyone can quite, but did you know that there are specific things that you can do to increase your safety when working with specific power tools? Use this handy guide to understand the best way to keep yourself from injury while working with your tools.
Band Saws: When you are working with a band saw it is imperative that you keep the saw blade set evenly and always make sure you are using the correct amount of tension to avoid injury. As you work, push the stock through the blade by placing your hands on both sides of the line of the cut. Always make sure that the power switch is off and locked or...