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 The AAW has kicked off a new opt-in program called Woodturning Fundamentals. The intent is to provide a source for basic skills and techniques in the months when the American Woodturner magazine is not published. This new program is available to any AAW member. The first issue was recently delivered to the subscribers and [...] This account and image of an horrific injury resulting from careless use of a rotary carver was forwarded to many woodworking clubs. We have posted it here also to make sure as many people as possible have seen it to emphasize that safety comes first. The original author has provided his permission to re-post. [...] A recent article in USA Today reported on the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) look into table saw safety. According to the CPSC there are 10 finger amputations a day from table saw use. The head of the CPSC says she will call on the power-tool industry and safety standards group to find out [...] Yesterday’s post about the tragic accident involving turner Joan Kelly is a reminder to make sure you follow all safety procedures when turning. The following are safety guidelines published by the AAW: 1. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses that include side protectors. Use a full faceshield for bowl, vessel or any turning [...] Just read this sad report about an experienced woodturner and demonstrator who had a serious accident May 4th while at her lathe. Joan Kelly was turning a large cedar bowl blank on her lathe. Something happened that caused the blank to shatter and Joan was struck in the face and forehead. Her husband quickly [...] |
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