Woodshop safety is key to avoiding injury when working with power tools.
Woodshop class can be a fun and interesting way to learn the art of wood craftsmanship. Due to the fact that woodshop classes work with a number of different tools, it is important to understand the elements of woodshop safety.
Common Sense
Most workshop injuries occur because someone didn't use common sense. If you are uncertain of a tool or proper use of that tool, it is better to ask questions. Using a tool for something it was not designed to do can result in injury.
General Safety
Following general safety rules like wearing protective eye or face shields, as well as understanding proper footwear and clothing will help deter a majority of basic workshop injuries.
Power Tool Safety
Understanding how a band saw, table saw, miter saw, router, lathe, jointer and other power equipment work is key to workshop safety. Using any of these tools improperly could easily result in a workshop injury.
Wood Defects
Before working on a particular project, be sure to inspect the wood or material you will be using for defects. Defects such as knots can make the wood unsafe to use.
Adjustments
If a project needs an adjustment, wait until the tool has stopped running and is unplugged before making adjustments. Never adjust material or the power tool while it is still running.
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