Basics of personal safety
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Don't underestimate the power of safety gear. No one has ever felt sorry
about using safety glasses, gloves, dust masks, non skid safety shoes, hard
hats, and/or hearing protection when operating power tools. But there's A
LOT of people who feel sorry they didn't. On that note…
Dress appropriately. Your power tools strongly prefer clothing and
accessories that are tight on your body. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, keep hair tied back and clothing and gloves away from moving
parts, and you'll never have to experience your power tools trying to rip them
off you.
To avoid unintentionally starting a power tool, make sure the power tool is
effectively switch off, before connecting the tool to a power source and/or
battery pack, or before picking up or carrying the tool. Also, learn to
never
carry power tools with your finger on the power switch.
Hold your power tools by their insulated handle grip when using in
situations where the fastener or drill bit may come into contact hidden
wiring.
Don't touch drill bits, screws or fasteners after using them at high speeds.
They get hot. Let them cool down first, or use suitable work gloves before
handling.
Dust safely. Some dust created from drilling and other construction
activities on certain materials may contain chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other harm. If you're using a specific device for dust
extraction and collection, ensure that it's connected, cleaned and maintained
regularly.
Do not take unnecessary risks by trying to reach areas that are obviously
too far away to reach safely. Keep proper footing and balance at all times -
it'll help you keep control in unexpected circumstances, would it be the
power tool slipping out of your hands, or someone deciding it would be fun
to attempt to pull a jumpscare on you in your workshop.
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