Fine Woodworking Safety Tips- Router Safety
The router is a versatile shop tool, but its fast-spinning bit can put fingers in jeopardy. Fine Woodworking magazine editor Asa Christiana shares simple tips on how to stay safe by keeping workpieces under control and digits out of harm’s way. For more woodworking tips and techniques, visit FineWoodworking.com.
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If I had taken the first hint and used a larger piece of wood my right index finger would be 100% today instead of around 94% here.
And my insurance wouldn’t be out $20K in doctor bills.
Oddly enough; I knew all about the other tips.
I may add that like in my case, the router may give you hints that things are not going well. STOP! Take the hint, stop and think things through – I did, but not quite enough. Could have been worse though.
To me, the router table is one of the scariest tools in my shop. That’s because it is the only one where I am frequently passing my hands across the cutting area and pushing towards the cutting area at the same time. It is very important to be extremely careful and take all the precautions when using this tool.
Please everyone, take care when using this tool! Luckily for me, I learned my lessons without getting hurt, but it could have gone either way.
Great advice but remove the ring.
Many a finger has been removed because the ring got caught.