General Safety Rules
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the machine's application, limitations, and specific hazards peculiar to it.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Safety glasses (must comply with ANSI STANDARD Z87.1 -USA) Everyday eye-glasses usually are impact resistant; they are not safety glasses.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewellery which may get caught in moving parts. Non slip footwear is recommended. Wear hair covering to contain long hair.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
Safety Rules for Woodlathes
SEEK INSTRUCTION. If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of woodlathes, obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.
CHECK SET-UP with lathe off. Examine the set-up and rotate the work piece by hand to check clearance and check speed is correctly selected before turning on the lathe.
USE LOWEST SPEED when turning a new or unbalanced work.
KEEP TOOL ON TOOLREST. The lathe tool or chisel should be on the toolrest before the lathe is turned On.
A complete list of safety rules will be provided during the course.