Avoid Table Saw Injuries: 13 Common Mistakes Exposed

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[@harpintn]

If you need plans to make a push stick, you should rethink the whole woodworking thing. Any long thin scrap will do.

[@Peaches491]

Has that awesome miter fence landed in your shop yet??

[@kenstewart687]

I want to thank you and Stumpy Nubs and others for these type of videos. I take them to heart mainly because I am above 77 years and feel I need a reminder often. Thank you!

[@robertfrancis4876]

Totally agree with you

[@bryenlink]

Brilliant. Thanks, Jonathan! Also, loose clothing, hoodie drawstrings, etc. I'm a medic and just had a call where the hoodie drawstring got wrapped up in their table saw blade. I'll leave that story unfinished and hopefully your imagination is gruesome enough to have you dressing properly around these potentially dangerous tools. Cheers folks and stay safe.

[@jraglob5924]

I took a Table saw "uses and safety" class at the Woodcrafters in Sterling Hts. MI several years ago. The instructor said "belly up to the bar..." it meant to stand exactly where you just instructed. Shortly after that, an experienced woodworker was doing his cut and had a kickback that propelled the board back and up which made a serious dent in the HVAC piping in the ceiling. Had he not "bellied up to the bar" he would have been seriously injured. Great video, keep them coming.

[@angazi1341]

I’ll look for that the next time I’m in that store

[@briankillebrew]

@@angazi1341hah! Same here !

[@georgestgeorge5110]

I gotta stop going to that store.😂

[@billymorrish4466]

Now I have to look for the rent next time I’m there 😂.

[@jraglob5924]

It was in the classroom up in the ceiling vac pipe.

[@seanloughran6714]

Love these types of videos. Even though I know all of this, it's great to have a safety refresher every once in a while!

[@SWA-Projects]

Thats exactly why I watched this

[@theodoremisiewicz8741]

Great video! I trimmed the tip of my finger a couple months ago and have been changing everything about the way I use my saw. This video didn’t present anything I didn’t know, but it reinforced almost everything I need to be doing around my saw. In my case the problem was not lack of knowledge but the ineffective use of that knowledge because I was in a hurry. Thank you every reminder helps!

[@chrispadilla429]

The fact that you have free plans, even though a simple design, for a safety piece is a novel gesture and good talking points. Easily earned a new subscriber!

[@am2dan]

I _never_ skip a safety video that shows up in my feed/subscriptions. Most of what you covered I've seen, but it always helps to review. Still, you gave me a few new things to think about when I step up to the tool and think to myself, as I do, "How am I not going to the ER today?"" 👍

[@RonGuilbault]

One method I use to minimize risk with a table saw is to use it as little as possible. A track saw can do most cuts especially when combined with a MFT type set up, much easier for cutting sheet goods. Then next is the miter saw for many cross cuts, which is not without risk, but is safer than a table saw if used with care. For dados I have my router and router table as options. Not without risk, of course. One advantage to minimizing the table saw is you can use a smaller table saw. Thank you for the excellent video. Much appreciated.

[@dougscott9524]

You point out good safety tips for beginners. 40 years ago I was ripping Oak 1" and reached over the table saw and cut my index finger on the right hand and took my fingernail off the middle finger. I now never reach over the saw blade only if it is NOT running and ALWAYS use push stick. I can't have a Losse time accident because I'm a self-employed furniture builder, 36 years. Thank you.

[@JustAnotherDayToday]

KM, you are a great ambassador to the woodworking industry and community; thank you!

[@katzmosestools]

Thank you my friend!

[@kzenias]

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[@philrutherford6486]

Best table saw safety video I've yet to see. You don't waste a lot of my time talking, you get right to the point. Other video producers could learn from you on how to keep a viewer engaged.

[@lossless4129]

Grandpa always told me, “your tools want to kill you, always give them the attention they deserve” Great video, KM!

[@JamesWilliams-en3os]

Good one, JKM. I’ve been an ER doc for 32 years, and I can confirm from my own practice that table saws cause more injuries than any other power tool… and as you say, these can be LIFE-CHANGING. For a little perspective: having to learn how to wipe your butt with your non-dominant hand because you cut your fingers off your dominant hand is only one example of “life-changing”. Yes, buying a SawStop is a great option, but using the tips outlined in this video is just as valid for most of us woodworkers.

[@alexandersangster7137]

What’s the statistic on chainsaw injuries, specifically chainsaw millling

[@Ultranothing]

James Williams. Doctor. Woodworker. That's awesome, man.

[@RichardKuniegel]

thank you for producing such a helpful video. I wish I had taken time to watch it before now. Had a big kick back that was nearly avoided by myself & another person that was 10' behind me. I enjoy your videos and how they're presented.

Thanks for making these videos about safety. I watch them time to time to remind me and not to get sloppy for personal safety. Thanks. 👍

[@jack002tuber]

11:15, I'd hope to see this from a higer angle. Not clear when shot from so low. I get the idea tho.

[@JayJernigan-d1e]

I haven't used a table saw in years. I was amazed ar how much I had forgotten. This video probably saved me from making many of these mistakes. What I really liked was the thoroughness in which every issue was explained. THANK YOU! My hands and face thank you too. Best and most useful video I've seen in years.

[@harpintn]

The main thing with any tool is keep your body parts away from the business end, wear proper PPE, keep the safety shields in place, and stand to the side when you can..

[@jamesmosley7794]

I enjoy your safety and informational videos. When I get the links via email I place them in a separate folder. Videos like this one help me enforce what I am trying to teach my sons or my nieces.

[@katzmosestools]

That's so good to hear. Thank you

[@ptester1]

Great video with some great examples. Another good technique for making thin rip cuts is to make an auxiliary ‘L’ fence that you clamp to the rip fence. This lets you keep the blade guard on while making thinner cuts.

[@michaelp9186]

Good video. I find that with my mag switch featherboards that they move a bit on waxed or treated saw tables.

[@dtemp132]

One of the best thumbnails in woodworking KZbin history.

[@katzmosestools]

Hahaha which one did you get? We’re running three different ones in an ABC test. Was it the one with my daughter or lizard eyes 👀

[@dtemp132]

@@katzmosestools heh I got the lizard eyes one!

[@kkluber1]

Excellent!!!! Even though I have a Sawstop the kickback issue doesn't go away. Thanks for explaining WHY kickback happens and how to prevent it. Hopefully your video will keep this beginner out of the emergency room....

[@rubensantana3868]

I am a long-time recreational woodworker. Unfortunately, we have all become complacent at times. I am guilty of that too. And yes, I still have all my fingers (LOL). This is an excellent refresher on table saw safety for experienced woodworkers and beginners. Thanks for the video!

[@brantlers]

I love watching a good video like these every year. Even those of us with a fair amount of experience need to check in and dust off our safety practices regularly. So easy to get complacent or to get rusty when take breaks from the shop.

[@MrLeram12]

You're right about kickback. Forgot to put riving knife in. Got hit very hard on the stomach. But didn't learn from that one. A few minutes later got whacked again in the same place. Huge bruises. Thank goodness there was enough Fat insulation to not have been any more serious than it was. Just a purple left side and a bruised rib. Learned my lesson for sure.

[@kurtreed9841]

Great video! To date my only serious table saw incident was a kickback of 1/4” ply that hit me in the belly. VERY nasty bruise resulted. Now I have a KM Tools apron that I wear, which I feel would have greatly minimized the injury I sustained. Since that injury I also upgraded from an old Craftsman contractor saw to a SawStop PCS. I feel much safer in my shop now and always try to be mindful of safety. Keep the great content coming!

[@martincaruana6632]

I always learn something new watching your content. Thank you.

[@TJandGrizz]

Great advice all around. I’m going to pick up your thin rip jig; that thing looks super helpful. Yesterday I was ripping some 8/4 walnut and maple for cutting boards and the 3/4 and 1 inch thick strips seemed too close to the fence so I did them with cuts of the blade only raised half way up then rotated each piece to cut the other side. Jon Peters did a good demo of that once. That’s the only tip I would add to your impressive list.

[@tibbar1000]

Great video. I am neurotic about safety on the table saw and yet I still learned a couple of things I was doing wrong.

[@bluedragonfly5]

As a new woodworker i have watched numerous videos like yours to help me be very careful. I stand just as you suggest when using the table saw. I recently had a kickback that sent my wood 40 ft up my drive way....if i had been in front of it, that would have been quite a "punch". It was a good first experience because i didnt get hurt, but i saw how strong the kickback really is. I respect the power of the saw!

[@Bearded-Viking-WoodWorks]

Don’t forget !!!!!! If you have long hair !! Tie it up out of the way !! And don’t lean over your blade while cutting like Kat said ! If you don’t the outcome is certain death if your hair gets caught . And careful with baggie sweaters !! And gloves too !

[@jodilea144]

Glad to see your comment! I just said the same thing in reply to another commenter!

[@Bearded-Viking-WoodWorks]

@@jodilea144 it’s an easy thing not to mention . I just happen to have long hair 😂. 🫡 skâl .

[@joshhencik1849]

Got my table saw about a year and a half ago. Only took about a month to eat a kick back right in the stomach. Left a perfect bruise outline of a chunk of 1x6. Learned where to stand and how to support the fence-side cut right away.

[@Hibbo89]

Excellent video as always. Recently got a big cabinet saw so I find myself looking for safety tips and tricks.

[@johnhiemstra1464]

Thank you for an excellent reminder about safety. I think even a seasoned woodworker should watch this once a month before starting.

[@papajoe5510]

Thanks for the outstanding video. I teach a table saw safety class where I work and will definitely incorporate a lot of what you alluded to in your video.

[@beck645]

Really great video. I myself am a teacher in a different line of work so I recognize a good teacher when I see one. Well done. As a wood working hobbyist I am proud to say I have watched every safety video that comes along and seems I have not gotten into any bad habits thanks to guys like you. Thanks for the great video.

[@danielotoole72]

You are my hero. Thank you so much for making this video. About to go make my first cuts on my new table saw.

[@TheOtherGuybo]

You are awesome. I've seen many similar videos and yet you covered some aspects I had not considered. Your method of creating thin sticks is genius - Many thanks!

[@mariah2499]

Awesome, awesome video. Thank you for sharing such valuable information. I absolutely learned a couple things, e.g., the need and reason to make sure you’re pushing toward the fence before the blade. I’m also thinking I should check that my blade is square. I knew about crosscutting smaller vs. longer but didn’t know why.

[@rudispruell883]

Another great vid, JKM! I, too, like using shop-made, wooden push blocks. In a movie mill-shop, we normally make them out of good plywood. They often get grooved enough to where they are no longer safe. I like to take those, trim the damage off, glue on a piece of solid wood, and re-profile the shoe. It's a lot quicker than fabricating new ones, and I find the solid wood more durable than the laminations.

[@lefthandeddoghouse3586]

Thank you Jonathan for a fantastic safety refresher. My only concern is at about 11:07, using your miter and a stop block off your rip fence. Even with an inch or so of free space on the right side, any piece of loose wood (usually if it is 4/4 or thicker) has an ability to get pinched with the blade (waste wood's back left corner to blade, front right corner to rip fence) ending in about a 22 foot trajectory of wood... I prefer to move my rip fence at least twice the distance equivalent to the width of the waste wood; thus, there is no way it can 'bind' between the back of the blade and rip fence. I also have an older table saw that doesn't possess a riving knife connection point so I try to be extra paranoid when using my table saw. Again, great safety tips and some you reminded me of some things I should do every time (blade height) to minimize painful consequences. Thank you.

[@terryt2910]

Great video for new workers and experienced. Thank you. You covered pretty much everything I could think of except...the stuff you wear. (Yes you mentioned aprons.) I'm talking about gloves, loose shirts and cuffs, neckties, loose hats, necklaces (anything worn around your neck), long hair, and anything else that could be entangled in moving parts and drag you in. I once saw a guy with long hair get it caught in the highspeed rollers of a printing press, and had his head slammed against the side of the press. I'd hate to think of what could happen at a table saw or other woodworking tools.

[@PhoenixRising-nm1he]

Excellent video! I've been using a table saw for over fifty years. I've been caught once, with a minor slice needing a few stitches. Getting pretty ancient now, this is just what I need to remind me to be super careful to mitigate my probably misplaced confidence.

[@johnford7847]

Thanks for putting this together and sharing your knowledge.

[@tielkgate]

Johnathan - Good video content - good safety lessons! As the ER doc commented, even loosing proper function of a finger. Lost the proper function of R-Middle finger 6 years ago from an infection - hard to work in my shop with it now - can't imagine loosing any more than that from a hand. I have a Saw-Stop - wouldn't be without it. Accidents happen So Fast! Keep up the good content. Lowell

[@PointManify]

Thank you for your emphasis on safety. I would love to see people explain what I think is the greatest benefit from a featherboard: it blocks your hand from getting to the blade. I had a close call last year, cutting into my index finger of my left hand. I can only thank God for keeping me from cutting off my fingertip. Before I made another cut on the table saw, I got a featherboard. I use it for every cut I can, and it keeps me from getting anywhere near the blade.

[@tomjudkins3799]

You are one of the few yt channels that can get views from a safety video, which I really appreciate!

[@MaxG628]

11:00 When putting a stop block against the fence ahead of the blade on a crosscut, I like to use a 123 block so I can set my fence exactly 1” further than my desired dimension.

[@An_Urban_monk]

Great video, I was relieved to see that I was already these safety things already except the push stick staging thing. Great tip. One thing I have noticed about feather board safety is to never use one with a board that is at already milled or the same width along the length of the board. Your method of using a manual stick of wood behind the blade so you have some control is the best way to handle trimming a rough edge.

[@chippychippy8291]

Hi, great video, thank you for doing this! You mentioned time to grease your saw, what grease do you use? Or have you done a maintenance video for your tools?

[@charleswells9682]

Thank you so much for this video. I just acquired my first table saw (haven't used it yet) and have been reading the manual on how to set it up. I was aware of some of the pitfalls and dangers, but this video informed me of why and how they happen and some of the mitigation strategies. Great video for a beginner. More research to do and I'll start by searching your video catalog. I do want to be able to show off and talk about my projects rather than have them be remembered as the circumstance of my dismemberment, injury or death. Again, many thanks.

[@guybowers9094]

Thai you for all the safety tips. I had a nick to my thumb on the tablesaw, and that was a real eye opener

[@miquelsalvatejedor3123]

Great video! For sure it will save some fingers. Thank you. Subscribed!

[@donesry2902]

Nice video. I want to put in a plug for your thin rip jig as I credit it for greatly reducing my injury’s too. I put squiggles in my cutting boards and use a template and a quarter inch router bit. Since I remove a quarter inch I have to replace it with a quarter inch. I have found that if I make 5 strips it flexes well around the curves. With your jig I can batch out a bunch of 0.050 strips safely and efficiently. Thank you

[@danielhanawalt4998]

Good information and safety tips. I know someone lost three fingers to a table saw. Left handed and lost the left fingers. I've had some kickbacks and it's no joke.

[@coleyoungren9207]

Absolutely love your videos, I am visually impaired and working on my woodworking and I appreciate your foundation that is fantastic.

[@DaileyWoodworks]

This is a great overview. I’m adding it to my training for new hires.

[@ryanallthewiser]

Great video and reminder- easy to take the table saw for granted

[@scorpiorysing]

I knew all these safety tips, but still watched the video. As a hobby wood worker, I think it's great to reinforce those same tips whenever you can.

[@DG-oy5jd]

I'm left handed and standing toward the right side of the fence is perfectly natural for me. I make an effort to keep my workpiece pulled into the fence and I work hard to avoid kickback. I hadn't previously thought about the kickback "danger zone" you highlighted. Next time I'm in the shop I'm going to check carefully to see if I'm out of the path of kickback. Thanks

[@leehaelters6182]

Mr. K-M, I highly appreciate all that you do to promote shop safety, for pros and beginners alike. Maybe you could be sure to tell that guy way in the left background using the grinder that ties and rotating machine tools don't mix, eh?

[@fabianulloa2961]

Muy bueno el contenido acerca de los peligros de la sierra de mesa... Kats moses es el mejor hablan de consejos y tips. Great video!

[@johnsanchez1619]

Excellent and very comprehensive. I appreciate your sharing these mistakes and tips!

[@malcolmhiho359]

Great video. All new users of a table saw should get their KM table saw licence, just a like a car licence. It makes sense when more people are hurt this way than in a car. Thank you your video will have saved many injuries.

[@scottlagana2388]

Great video. I believe the outfeed table is one of the most important safety features that doesn’t get talked about enough.

[@mattelias721]

JKM, you really do some of the best safety content in the woodworking space of YT, so thanks, even though it's just a 'refresher' for many of us here. Two thoughts, no trolling intended: 1) I am not a fan of plastic push devices because they tend to shatter if they contact the blade; 2) Building routines and habits as you say is crucial, and one thing I do that the Army drilled into me is a rehearsal - I started woodworking actually physically rehearsing my cuts, and now stop to pause and visualize myself, my motions and and follow-through to make sure I haven't missed anything. From time to time, you'll actually catch yourself before a totally sketchy cut.

[@missingegg]

Great video, the woodworking community needs constant reminders about workshop safety. I'll also point out that this entire video is basically an ad for a sliding table saw. Of course the problem is that they're more expensive. But if you're thinking about paying a premium for a SawStop saw, you might want to consider a sliding table saw as an alternative.

[@davidewing1779]

Love this video and the fact that you didn't just stop at "buy a SawStop" was great. If I were add to one thing here about PPE, maybe emphasize NOT using gloves? I think you have mentioned this before but this is a great one and done video.

[@bobharper7014]

Great video. Very useful. I've got a great amount of respect for you and my table saw! I'd also say be wary of clothing (e.g. loose long sleeve cuffs that may catch the blade expectantly) and gloves. Possibly jewelry as well.

[@jodilea144]

Yes, and long hair! I’ve seen several women with long hair either loose or in a long ponytail hanging down in videos on KZbin and it’s scary to think of them leaning over and getting their hair caught in a blade - or in a spinning bit even! I understand they want to look good in their videos, but that’s not worth the potential outcome. And don’t even get me started on them wearing gloves when working with spinning blades and bits…

[@mattelias721]

Great addition! I have to suppress my Gen-X grunge tendencies and remove my flannel shirt before sawing. No matter how cold my shop is, it's bare arms up to the elbows. You can put a hoodie back on, but not fingers or hands.

[@garymiller5937]

Thank you for the safety lesson. Even if we know this it's really good to be reminded now and then. I always appreciate your content Johnathan. Thanks 👍 again!! 😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@toraryugraphiperso3411]

6:42 did you know where I can find riving knife looks like that? I see that Dewalt make one where you can detach the anti kick back for their tanker saw. I have an old Triton table saw with a horrible one... it can't be store in the table when you put the saw down...

[@johnlong1100]

I learned to make cabinets and use the table saw many years before KZbin existed. And I have the scars to prove it. Nice job, great review.

[@ourtube4266]

I wish I had wood shop or machine shop classes in high school. They got cut right before my class could take them and now that I’m in my mid 20s I realize that this is what I have a huge passion for. Thanks for teaching everyone what the education system decided wasn’t important enough to teach.

[@5tr41ghtGuy]

Thank you for making this superb table saw safety video!

[@dtork47]

Your video content is always spot on and well done. Appreciate your important reminders to all of us, even 76 year old retired shop teachers. Having seen several student table saw kick backs over the years, they are extremely violent and damaging! I respect that your products mentioned are designed and used by you! Good health and prosperity in 2024 Sir.

[@chronomancer6665]

Always good to review so we can remain diligent. Thanks for this video. :)

[@brianmoran1968]

You did a video several years ago about installing a 240 volt receptacle. What drill bit did you use to drill thru the breaker box, thanks, Brian

[@MrPjaybird]

Like many, I’ve had my close calls. My greatest sin is letting repetition breed complacency. After watching your video I set a repeating calendar reminder for once a month with the subject “Are you being safe in the shop”. Thanks for the reminder and the great ideas.

[@TheRealPlato]

As soon as I think "oh yeah i know how to do this cut" I take an extra second to add "...so dont get complacent"

[@bluglass7819]

My 2 injuries both happened when I used to cut turning blanks to sell and was not fully thinking through every cut.

[@thewestendwoodworker]

Thanks Jonathan for such a clear educational video!

[@einsteinbpc]

Great to wake up to a video from you this cold January morning. Thanks.

[@katzmosestools]

It’s even freezing over here in the west. Can’t imagine what you guys are experiencing haha

[@GLACIOUS13]

First video and definitely "Subbed"! As a "Newbie" I've also learned a lot from the comments section. Haven't purchased a table saw yet but have heard of "KB" before. I didn't mind the "commercials" so much. You've gone through a lot of effort to show me how to NOT DIE so, I don't mind putting a little something into your "Tip Jar". Bonus... ...anyone that can use "Frack" in a sentence, lets me know that I'm not dealing with a lot of "Feldercarb". Cheers!

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic tips, Jonathan! Thanks a bunch! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@dian3145]

I love that the blond push stick has its own apron! ❤

[@chowusedember]

Great video. Table saw safety is paramount. On the hand tool side of things something that deserves just as much consideration, that is often overlooked, is proper precautions with chisels. It’s easy to become complacent with the small, but razor sharp, tip of a chisel since it’s not creating deafeningly high dbs screaming, “keep hands out of the way of the shiny metal bits”

[@GroovingDrums]

Agreed but one has to add, the sharper the chissel and the better it can hold a sharp edge, the safer it is to work with (basically goes for everything). My general thought process is when work with tools (hand or machine): Where does the tool want to go? Where does the work piece want to go if something goes wrong? Where are my hands in the first place and where will they be if something gets wrong? Just so I can check that my hands or other body parts in that matter, are never in the way of the tool

[@moldyzucchinis3251]

my one ER visit came from a chisel. not a fun lesson to learn the hard way.

[@mattelias721]

Agreed! And as @GroovingDrums noted, sharper is truly safer, BUT - if/when you inevitably encounter just how great you are at putting a perfect edge on your chisel, that honed edge makes a cut that will... not... stop... bleeding. So many pieces of furniture in this house that I've had to sand out blood...

[@chowusedember]

@@mattelias721absolutely! The less pressure needed to get through the material the less chance there is that a mishap will occur. It’s easy to disregard clamping down a workpiece for a quick paring and instead hold the piece with your off-hand, which is then in front of your cutting edge. 9 out of 10 fingers agree, secure your workpiece

[@reasonsreasonably]

Number 1 foundational tip: Don't be lazy!!

[@PilzeAhoi]

Great video! Always thought that the fence should be not parallel to the blade, slightly off at the end to minimize the risk of kickback (free cut). At least table saws in Europe are usually setup like that from the factory

[@qmoonwalker3847]

Great great info! Don’t rush it….think before you turn that saw on!

[@billm4560]

Nice video as always! 👍🏻 One more thing… the table saw blade I got off of you are unreal! They are scary sharp! 😁 Plus, I put one on my miter saw too! Thanks for all you do!

[@jorgengrette5410]

Great vid. I would love to see this video adopted to the European type sliding saws as well.

[@Shy_Hulud]

As always a great video with the right balance of making you understand you MUST RESPECT THE TOOL without trying to be all doom and gloom and scary. I'm teaching my fiance how to get into woodworking with me and one of the first things I did was teach her table saw safety and router safety since those are the two tools that will get you before you even have a chance to realize what happened. I've been showing her a lot of your videos actually. P. S: I absolutely love your aprons. One of the best things I've bought getting back into woodworking.

[@katzmosestools]

I really appreciate it my friend!

[@Shy_Hulud]

@@katzmosestools and thank you for all you do. I'm actually a legally blind woodworker. It's been very hard getting things going on disability alone.l, I finally just saved up and bought a table saw actually. Your videos have been crucial for me to stay motivated despite my struggles and I can't thank you enough for that.

[@katzmosestools]

You should apply for my charity Rhe Katz-Moses Woodworkers with Disabilities Fund. It’s in the about section of our website. Cheers

[@waynecharlton954]

Safety is paramount when using a saw you should never stand behind the blade you should always stand to the side if your saw blade kickbacks very dangerous tool if used incorrectly very good video tutorial on safety

[@robertanderson2223]

Thanks for all the great tips and reminders!!!

[@jamiehill9578]

Thanks for the video I just bought the skil 10 inch table saw and noticed that my cuts have saw blade,, marks,, almost like ripple affect going down the boards,, what is causing this

[@bobhinden7813]

Great video, while I know most of what you said, it is great to be reminded. I have a PCS and use the riving knife and blade guard as much as I can. The latter as much for dust collection as safety. I also have the Jessem Clear-cut guides that I also try to use as much as possible. They keep the wood tight against the fence. I see you had them on your table saw, but didn't mention them in the video. What is your take on them?

[@howardyounger5456]

I think these videos are great. you and stumpy. both make them. I have a delta cabinet saw bought it used. it had no riving knife I made my own. it is higher then my blade. I have to take it out when i dont cut all the way though. I have used a table saw almost daily for almost 50 years. I was resawing with the table saw. I took my riving knife off, and had a kick back. my left hand got pulled into the blade. I had a push stiick in my right hand but not my left hand I never use to because my left hand would stay way away from the blade.well I was lucky . I got a bad cut.on my left index finger. It grinds it up. the Dr. could not stitch it up but it will heal fine. thanks for these videos they have helped me a lot. who says you cant teach a old dog new tricks.

[@kelvinphillips3528]

Very useful information. Thank you!

[@katzmosestools]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andrewbieger5004]

Great stuff Jonathan. Your videos are always full of great tips. The one thing I see people OVERuse, IMHO, is the chicken foot push stick, instead of the shoe with a heel (like yours). For shorter work pieces, especially, they can cause the rear of the work piece to lift, and that increases the risk of KB. The shoe design helps keep the REAR of piece tight to the saw top, and you can also put sideways pressure to keep the board tight to fence, as you push past the blade. The CF design IS GOOD as a featherboard alternative (WITH a second PS), to keep board snug to the fence. Personally, I will avoid ripping anything shorter than about 24" for that very reason. With shorter stock, it seems that even a miniscule amount of cupping or twist can make the piece come back at you with evil intent.

[@Jon19521791]

I kept expecting a mention of the JessEm stock guides mounted on your fence. I consider them one of my best anti-kickback defences! Am I wrong?

[@atlas2003]

Thanks you very much for this necessary woodworking content!

[@jguil4d]

My saw (and this is probably not unusual in modern saws) has a great big paddle-style switch hanging out at the left end of the fence rail. So another advantage of standing to the left of the blade is that, in the event of a problem during a cut, I can turn my saw off without taking my hands off the work piece (or, more appropriately, my push stick) by just bumping my hip against the switch plate.