We all know that we should be careful around the sharp pointy objects in the shop, but did you know that there are many other non-tool-related items in your workshop that pose a real hazard? In this week’s episode, we are discussing the hidden dangers that lurk in the shadows…
I’m just starting out in woodworking. I can use all the safety lessons I can get. Thanks for the video!
Mike DiNapolis (a.k.a. shoptablesaw.usaveauction.net)
I will allow that any clamp with a quick release mechanism could be bumped and caused to fall down from the ceiling but I’m pretty sure that 100 years for now my handscrew clamps will still be clamped to the floor joists above my shop unless I take them down.
Jason
Regarding sawdust: I find that those little plastic outlet covers (used most often by parents of small kids) do a nice job of protecting the outlet from sawdust.
Regarding combustion prevention: Dude, you’re off the chizain. Shannon was right with the AR Chef comparison!
I also wear my tin foil hat when disposing of my oily rags. It keeps my brain waves from triggering a catastrophic explosion. What… is that weird?
Dave
[...] a little inspired after listening to Dave Noftz’s recent podcast: Watch Out for Falling Clamps, I started thinking about the non spinning blade dangers in my own shop. I have really good dust [...]