Safety

Workshop Tip: Best push stick is one that’s close at hand

October 25, 2018

Thirty years of teaching woodworking has convinced me that woodworkers will use a push stick consistently—if it’s convenient. If not, they’ll often go without, finishing cuts by squeezing a few…
Jointer Safety: Our Favorite Articles

June 19, 2018

Marc Adams, Asa Christiana, Gary Rogowski, and Fine Woodworking Editors share their jointer safety tips in this roundup of articles and videos, featuring a bonus article on planer safety
STL 165: Staying Safe in the Shop

June 8, 2018

Mike, Tom, and Ben discuss their favorite safety techniques, milling techniques, unfinished projects, and wide miters
Tablesaw Safety: Our Favorite Articles

June 7, 2018

Bob Van Dyke, Steve Latta, Marc Adams, and others share their tablesaw tips in this roundup of videos and articles
Tool Review: WorkTunes wireless hearing protection by 3M

March 15, 2018

Over the ear hearing protection with bluetooth
Tablesaw Fundamentals: How to Rip Safely

November 29, 2017

Mastering this fundamental task requires understanding and finesse
The Mighty DIY Push Stick

November 8, 2017

Keep your hands away from blades and cutters, and hold work securely with this vital shopmade accessory
The Physics of Machine Safety

November 1, 2017

To cut safely, stay focused on the forces exerted by the spinning blade or bit
Safety Lesson: Cutting curved pieces on the bandsaw

October 23, 2017

Because a bandsaw cuts downward it can be quite dangerous when the part is curved
First Look: ISOtunes Pro noise-reducing ear buds

September 13, 2017

OSHA-approved hearing protection that lets you keep your focus on your work