2. Sander SafetySander Safety  Check the abrasive on the sander. Make sure it’s the right grit for what you want to do.  Don’t use the sander if the disk or belt is loose, burned or damaged in any way.  Always wear eye protection.  Shirts sleeves should be rolled up and loose clothes should be tucked in.

3. Sander SafetySander Safety  Long hair must be tied back or worn under a cap.  Never stand at the side of the sander, and make sure no one else stands there while it’s running.  Never sand free-handed. Use the table to support the material.  The material must be large enough to be held safely.

4. Sander SafetySander Safety  Move the material back and forth to prevent burning.  Don’t leave the sander while it is running or coasting.  Keep your hands and arms away from the moving disk/belt. The sander is a cutting tool.  The wood you sand has to be dry, with no resin, paint or finish on it and with no nails or other defects in it.

5. Sander SafetySander Safety  Hold the wood so your hands and fingers stay clear of the belt/disc at all times.  Don’t sand small pieces of stock on the belt sander.  The friction of the sanding can cause burns. Be careful when you touch a surface right after sanding it.  The belt and disc sander are power tools, they must be used safely and correctly.