Hand and Power Tools - Table Saws: Point of Operation

Content
1 module

Difficulty
Basic

Rating

Course Length
6 mins

Instructor
Lori Whitesides

Description

This course focuses on the safe operation of table saws, emphasizing injury prevention and awareness. Participants will gain insights into the two main types of injuries associated with table saws: contact injuries, involving body parts coming in contact with the blade, and non-contact injuries, such as blunt trauma, eye or respiratory injuries, and strains and sprains. The course provides preventive measures, including the use of guards, push sticks, and brakes, to mitigate the risk of injuries during table saw operation.

Objectives

  •  Describe the two primary types of injuries associated with table saws—contact and non-contact injuries—and recognize the potential risks involved in each.
  •  Identify and apply preventive measures, including the proper use of guards, push sticks, and brakes, to enhance safety and reduce the likelihood of injuries during table saw operation.
  •  Develop the skills to identify and address potential hazards associated with the point of operation, the area underneath the table, and other moving parts of the table saw, fostering a comprehensive understanding of safety protocols.

Certificate

By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Certificate of Completion

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Hand and Power Tools - Table Saws: Point of Operation
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