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2. Safety Regulations
2.1 General Safety Instructions
1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE.
Read and understand the owner’s manual and
labels affixed to the machine. Learn its application
and limitations as well as its specific potential
hazards;
2. GROUND THE MACHINE.
In the event of an electrical short, grounding
reduces the risk of electrical short;
3. KEEP THE BLADE GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and
aligned;
4. REMOVE THE ADJUSTING TOOLS
Form a habit of checking that the key and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the machine before
turning it on;
5. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
Make sure the floor is clean and not slippery due to
wax and sawdust build-up;
6. AVOID A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
.
Don’t use machines in damp or wet locations or
expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lit
and provide adequate surrounding work space;
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
work area;
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
With padlocks, master switches or by removing
starter keys;
9. USE THE PROPER SPEED.
A machine will do a better and safer job when
operated at the proper speed;
10. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE.
Don’t force the machine or the attachment to do a
job for which it was not designed;
11. WEAR THE PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
jewelry (rings, watch) because they could get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the
elbows;
12. MAINTAIN PROPER FOOTING.
Keep proper footing and balance at all time. Do
not over-reach to perform an operation;
13. MAINTAIN THE MACHINE WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest
performance;
14. DISCONNECT MACHINES.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or
attachments;
15. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position
before plugging in;
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories.
Follow
the
instructions
that
accompany
the
accessories. The use of improper accessories may
cause hazards;
17. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE.
Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
Do not store materials such that it is necessary to
stand on the machine to reach them;
18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the machine, a guard or other
parts that are damaged should be carefully
checked to ensure that they will operate properly
and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other parts that are
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced;
19. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn the power to "off". Do not walk away from the
machine until it comes to a complete stop;
20. ADEQUATE LIGHT
Ensure that adequate general or localized lighting
is provided in work area;
2.2 Table Saw Safety Instructions
1. ALWAYS USE A GUARD.
Always use a guard, splitter on all “thru-sawing”
operations. Thru-sawing operations are those
when the blade cuts completely through the work
piece as in ripping or crosscutting;
2. ALWAYS HOLD THE WORK.
Always hold the work firmly against the miter
gauge or fence;
3. ALWAYS USE A PUSHSTICK OR PUSH
BLOCKS.
Push blocks or push sticks shall be used when
cutting small workpieces and in circumstances
where it is necessary to push the workpiece
against the fence;
4. NEVER PERFORM UNSAFE OPERATIONS.
Never perform any operations “free-hand” which
means using your hands to support or guide the
work piece. Always use either the fence or the
miter gauge to position and guide the work piece;
