1. Safety- Safety -Safety
Always think safety.

2. Safety is an Attitude Being safe is not being chicken
Keeps you and everyone safe
Accidents happen when not thinking
Dangerous machines and materials demand respect and alertness
Always use common sense
Think about the consequences of your decisions

3. Shop Safety Rules Always have a safe attitude (No messing around)
Always wear safety glasses
Take your time do it right (measure twice cut once)
Keep a clean and neat work area
Take care of all the tools (use properly, clean, put away)
Always follow teacher’s instruction (never use tools without permission)

4. Woodshop Hazards

5. Hazardous Materials Liquids and Vapors ( solvents and chemicals)
Keep shop well ventilated
Long periods of time ( respirators)
Some woods
Sawdust
Material Safety Data Sheets ( MSDS)
Dispose of hazardous waste properly
Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA)

6. Fire Fire Risks Preventing Fires Sawdust Wood Paint
Solvents and chemicals (vapors)
Oily rags
Tools producing heat
Preventing Fires
Have fire extinguishers handy
Store flammables in safety container
Store old rags in safety container
Keep shop well ventilated
Keep shop clean
Keep electrical cords in good condition

7. Electricity Power tools have safe guards Nothing against carelessness
Keep outlets clean and safe
Use ground fault circuit interrupters ( GFCI)
Check grounding prong
Check power and extension cords ( replace if damaged)
Only use extension cords when needed
Always shut of power and unplug power tools

8. Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE )
Clothing
No lose fitting cloths
Wear closed toed shoes
Eye and Face
Always wear safety glasses
Goggles if wear glasses
Face shield ( when needed)
Hearing
Ear plugs
Ear Muffs
Dust
Dust mask (basic)
Respirators ( best vapors)
Hands
Plastic Gloves ( solvents, paints, adhesives, finishes )

9. Hand Tool Safety Hand tools can cause many types of injuries:
Cuts, Abrasions, and Punctures
as well as
Eye Injuries

10. To avoid Injuries: Use the right tool for the job
Do not use broken of damaged tools
Cut away from your body
Never toss or throw tools
Use the right personal protective equipment
Never carry a sharp pointed tool in your pocket
Store tools properly when you are finished working
Do not use excessive force or pressure on tools

11. Basic tips when using hand tools
Use good quality tools
Inspect tools for defects
Ensure handles of tools fit tightly into the head of the tool
Wear safety glasses
Keep work area clean and tidy
Store tools properly when not in use

12. First Aid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR )
Foreign object in the eye
Chemicals in the eye
Splinter under the skin
Cuts
Electrical shock
School Nurse