Lamp Safety Screen
My lathe came with a lamp, but the lathe’s manual has this weird warning: “Position the work lamp so that wood chips do not accumulate inside the lamp shade and pose a fire hazard.” Now, where in the world could …
Source
Category Archives: Safety
Don’t be unsafe
Time-tested methods might not be sexy in the social-media world, but they will keep your limbs intact.
Read moreSpot-On Task Lighting
Even though my shop is well-lit, sometimes I need more light right on my work area. Instead of rigging up additional lights, I attach a small clip-on LED light to my cap’s brim. It’s great for working inside cabinets or …
Source
Essentials of Table Saw Safety
It is estimated that nearly 80 percent of all woodworking requires some type of sawing. The power, accuracy and control of the table saw has made the process of sawing wood a lot more productive and a lot less physical. …
Source
Bandsaw strategies for safe, straight cuts in solid stock
Tony O’Malley covers the basics of setting up and using the bandsaw for all your ripping needs.
Read more