DON’T operate a machine until
A) you receive proper instruction,
B) you fully understand how to use it,
C) you have instructor’s permission.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
Use ALL safety guards exactly as they
are supposed to be used.
WEAR EAR PROTECTION.
Make all adjustments to machines with
the power off.
Start & stop the machine yourself. STAY
WITH THE MACHINE UNTIL IT STOPS.
Keep a SAFE DISTANCE between your hands
& all moving parts on the machine. Place
fingers so there is no danger they will slip
into moving parts.
Make sure everyone is clear BEFORE you
turn on the power.
PLAN YOUR WORK BEFORE YOU BEGIN. If
you’re going to be cutting a big piece, get
help BEFORE you start. Don’t wait until
you’re in trouble.
Operate the machine BY YOURSELF — unless
you need a helper.
When two people work on a machine, THE
PERSON WHO IS OPERATING THE MACHINE SHOULD
GIVE ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS & THE PERSON WHO
IS HELPING SHOULD FOLLOW THEM.
Give your machine your full attention.
Don’t look away or talk to others.
NEVER startle someone who is using a
power tool or machine. Don’t speak to or
distract the operator in any way.
NEVER work on machines or power tools
when you’re TIRED or HURRIED.
DON’T leave a machine unattended while
it’s running.
DISCONNECT the electrical power before
you oil or clean a machine.
Keep your WORK AREA CLEAR of tools,
scraps, liquids, & other items.
DON’T LEAN or LOUNGE on machines.
Notify your instructor - AT ONCE - if
anything breaks or malfunctions.
Get first aid treatment for EVERY injury
— even the slightest scratch.
