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==Safety==
==Safety==
Wear safety glasses.
*Wear safety glasses.
Wear hearing protection when operating loud machinery.
*Wear hearing protection when operating loud machinery.
Always know where your fingers are in relation to the blade and never place your fingers under the blade. Keep your guiding hand a safe distance from the cutting area (at least 4”); miter saws have claimed many fingers. There is no SawStop mechanism on this saw, so the blade will continue spinning if it comes in contact with a body part. Never cross your arms while using the miter saw.
*Always know where your fingers are in relation to the blade and never place your fingers under the blade. Keep your guiding hand a safe distance from the cutting area (at least 4”); miter saws have claimed many fingers. There is no SawStop mechanism on this saw, so the blade will continue spinning if it comes in contact with a body part. Never cross your arms while using the miter saw.
Do not use the miter saw if the blade guard is missing or improperly attached.
*Do not use the miter saw if the blade guard is missing or improperly attached.
Ensure the workspace and floorspace are clear of clutter and trip/slip hazards.
*Ensure the workspace and floorspace are clear of clutter and trip/slip hazards.
Ensure your workpiece is seated firmly against the fence before making a cut.
*Ensure your workpiece is seated firmly against the fence before making a cut.
====General Wood Shop Attire====
====General Wood Shop Attire====
Do not wear any loose-fitting clothing. Remove or roll up long-sleeve clothing.
*Do not wear any loose-fitting clothing. Remove or roll up long-sleeve clothing.
Do not wear any jewelry or accessories such as necklaces, scarves, watches, bracelets, rings, tiaras, or dangling earrings.
*Do not wear any jewelry or accessories such as necklaces, scarves, watches, bracelets, rings, tiaras, or dangling earrings.
Do not wear open-toed shoes or heels.
*Do not wear open-toed shoes or heels.
If applicable, tie your hair up.
*If applicable, tie your hair up.
Do not wear gloves; gloves hinder the ability to effectively use your hands.
*Do not wear gloves; gloves hinder the ability to effectively use your hands.
All of these items have been known to get caught in moving machinery and/or increase the chances of an accident. Please use common sense and remember that most accidents are completely preventable by paying attention to detail and adhering to safety/training guidelines.
All of these items have been known to get caught in moving machinery and/or increase the chances of an accident. Please use common sense and remember that most accidents are completely preventable by paying attention to detail and adhering to safety/training guidelines.