| Some carpentry tools are safer than others. You | | | | example. They save lots of time and have lots of |
| can avoid unnecessary injuries with some simple | | | | safeguards on them. The problem is for some |
| planning. Both with your tasks and the tools you | | | | reason the beginner always thinks they should go |
| use. Most accidents could be avoided by using | | | | really fast when using them. This is not good |
| proper safety equipment and common sense. | | | | unless you want to look like a human pin cushion. |
| Before cutting lumber for any project start by | | | | Good carpenters know that some of the most |
| practicing on some scrap material. Get used to | | | | important carpentry tools are your PPE (Personal |
| the weight and feel of your saw. Don't use | | | | Protective Equipment.) Hard hats, goggles, aprons |
| carpenter tools larger than what's needed. Don't | | | | and gloves prevent a lot of injuries. Don't think |
| use a power saw when a battery saw will do the | | | | you don't have time for safety. Believe me, you'll |
| job. Battery saws are lighter and easier to control. | | | | only think that way until you have an accident. |
| Never disable any safeguards on tools, especially | | | | Look at all the old carpenters that are missing |
| blade guards. | | | | fingers or have scares all over themselves. You |
| Ladders are another group of carpenters tools | | | | don't have to be like them. Carpenters tools are |
| that can lead to accidents if not chosen properly. | | | | inherently dangerous but injuries can be prevented |
| Don't stand near the top of a short ladder when a | | | | by just using the proper safety equipment. |
| taller ladder would be safer. In fact, start low and | | | | Carpenter tools can be safe. Try to remember |
| work your way up to the higher jobs after your | | | | the basics. Keep an eye open for things that will |
| comfortable working on ladders. A common | | | | make you trip, fall, or get cut. Half the battle with |
| mistake when using ladders is taking too many | | | | safety is recognizing the hazards in the first place. |
| tools with you. It's better to make more trips up | | | | And don't be shy about pointing out safety |
| a ladder than it is to fall or drop a tool on | | | | hazards to coworkers. Sometimes the most |
| someone below. | | | | experienced carpenters can become complacent |
| Some carpenter tools are safe but the operator | | | | and will appreciate it when you save them from |
| makes them dangerous. Take nail guns for | | | | an injury. |