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Avoiding Accidents on the Tablesaw

Here's how to get the most from your saw without getting hurt

by Gary M. Katz

In this six-page article, contributing editor Gary M. Katz details the safest techniques for using a portable tablesaw. Features include a discussion of kickback, keeping your hands out of the danger zone, making a riving knife for safer cuts, and using featherboards and push sticks.

From Fine Homebuilding180, pp. 86-91
July 1, 2006
Related Topics:
Safety | Tools | Tablesaws | Saws
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