Bandsaw Safety Slides

Bandsaw Safety

​Identifying Parts

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​Identifying Parts

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​Operations and Safety Tips

1. The bandsaw blade is continuously cutting in the __________ (upward / downward) direction.

2. You should always keep your hands to the side of the blade, _______ (towards / away) from the cutting path.

3. Keep your fingers at least ________ (6" / 3") inches from the blade at all times.

4. The blade guard should always be set ____ (1/4" / 1") inch above your workpiece.

5. Thick stock must be fed _________ (slowly / fast) while thin stock can be fed a little _______ (faster / slower).

​Operations and Saftey Tips

6. On curved edges you must make _________ (safe / relief) cuts.

7. Before making any adjustments, you must ensure the blade is _____ (gliding / off).

8. If the blade breaks you should:

   Step 1:

   Step 2:

   Step 3:

   Step 4:

9. Material should always be held flat on the ________ (table / guard).

10. When making a cut less than 2" inches, you should use a _______ (push stick / metal scrap).