A Bandsaw Safety Tip
            
           
           
           
            Band saw safety is a real problem.
           
           
            To keep my fingers away from the dangerous blade zone, I paint a coat of red paint 2 inches on either side of the blade.
           
           
            I always remember to keep my fingers "outside the red zone". The red is a visual sign of danger and shows up very well when I concentrate on making that delicate cut.
           
           
            If cuts have to be made inside the red zone, I use a jig to hold the material.
           
           
            Maurice Clabaugh
           
           
           
           
           
           
            
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