GENERAL SAFETY RULES
There is a certain amount of hazard involved with the use of woodworking machinery. Using
the machine with the respect and caution demanded as far as safety precautions are
concerned will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety
precautions are overlooked or ignored, severe personal injury to the operator can occur.
1. Read the operation manual before operating this machine.
2. If you are not thoroughly familiar with the machine operation, obtain advice from a
supervisor or other qualified person.
3. The machine should be disconnected from the power source before performing
maintenance or adjustments to the internal mechanisms, or when making repairs.
4. After maintenance job is finished, check to see if there are any tools or objects left on the
machine. Close all safety guards.
5. Before leaving the machine, make sure the work area is clean.
6. Check timber for loose knots, nails, or other items, which may cause a hazard or affect the
machine’s performance.
7. Learn the machine’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiar to it. Keep the machine in top condition for best and safest performance.
8. Keep all guards in place and in working order.
9. Do not force the machine. It will do the job better and be safer working at the rate for which
it was designed.
10.All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from the working area.
11.The operator should keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12.Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any other
medication.
13.Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand
to move into the machine.
14.Never leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop, and never leave the machine
running unattended.
15.The employer is responsible for selecting competent and qualified employees.
16.The employer must make sure that employees study and utilize this safety information.
17.Supervisors must alert personnel of any unsafe practices they observe.
18.All employees should be aware of first aid facilities and be encouraged to use them,
regardless of the severity of the injury.
19.Fire prevention must be practiced and must be available to prevent loss of life, personal
injury, and property damage.
20.Safety shoes should be worn to provide protection against rolling objects, falling objects,
and sharp edges in the workplace.
21.Eye protection should be worn and such devices should be carefully selected, fitted and
used. Compulsory wearing of glasses with impact resistant lenses and side shields is a
good safety policy. All eye protection should conform to ANSI 87 standards.
22.Wear hearing protection when operating the machine.
23.Do not wear rings, necklaces or jewelry around moving machinery.
24.Do not wear loose fitting clothes. Clothing should be comfortable, but long sleeves,
neckties, etc. should not be worn.
25.Do not wear gloves or other hand covering articles around moving machinery.
26.Dover long hair with a hair net or cap.
