| Artwork displayed on this site is commissioned, contracted, and sold through the Art Center ONLY. After all, we have to pay the light bills! Individual artists will be displaying their work for sale on this site in the coming months. Should you have a wood project you would like the Art Center to consider for sale, then please don't hesitate to contact us. Meanwhile, here are some safety tips you might enjoy from woodzone.com |
1. Think Before You Cut – The most powerful tool in your shop is your brain, use it. Thinking your cuts and movements through before acting can help save both fingers and scrap wood.
2. Keep a Clean Shop – A cluttered shop is an accident waiting to happen. Keeping your shop clean will help protect you, and your tools, from tripping hazards.
3. Avoid Distractions – Pay attention to your actions. Looking up to watch the shop TV or visitor can result in your hand contacting the blade. Always wait until you have completed your cut before you take your eyes off the blade.
4. Don’t Rush – Keep in mind that this is just a hobby and take a break when you feel rushed or frustrated with a project. Mistakes happen when we rush to complete a job.
5. Protect Yourself
– Wearing the proper shop protection is an important part of safe tool operation.
Goggles, Ear Protection, and Lung Protection should be used when operating tools.
Use push sticks when working close to the blade and make sure the tool's safety
features are in place.