Safety - Page 5 of 7

A lathe used for turning wood can operate at speeds upwards of 2,000 rpm. That means safety is paramount. Study these safe procedures for operating a woodworking lathe.

Drills come in a variety of sizes and styles, but basic drilling safety is universal. Here are a list of guidelines and proceedures for operating a drill press or drill/driver.

The key to using handplanes safely is to choose the right plane for the task and keep the tools sharp and properly tuned. The rest is just practice.

Chisels are sharp and can easily cause injury, so follow these safety precautions when using a chisel.

Take a look at how this guy starts his tablesaw, and then crosscuts some plywood. It's scary.

Choosing and using food-safe finishes including oil, oil/varnish, and film finishes

We launch into day two of Safety Week with tips from Matt Berger, of our Getting Started in Woodworking series. When you hear “woodworking safety,” most woodworkers probably think of...

The jointer is essential for milling rough lumber but its spinning cutterhead will chew up your fingers if you ignore safety precautions. Fine Woodworking magazine editor Asa Christiana shares basic...

Workshop noise can wreak havoc on your ears. Learn how to keep your hearing safe from the roar of shop machines with tips from magazine editor Asa Christiana. For more…

The tablesaw is an essential piece of shop machinery, but it can also be dangerous. Learn how keep your fingers safe and avoid kickback with a short video lesson from…