If the commonly-cited statistic that 90% of table saw accidents are caused by some kind of kickback is accurate, this article on how to avoid kickback in the latest issue of Popular Woodworking should be considered required reading for anyone who likes to work with wood. I enjoy doing the occasional household project that requires dragging out our trusty old table saw, so I was eager to read the tips and advice for avoiding table saw accidents in Kickback.

For instance, did you know that the lifting and throwing force of a kickback starts at the back of the saw blade and not the front? Or that backing out of a cut can cause of kickback? After you’ve read Mark Adams’ article you’ll know everything you need to know about what can cause kickback and how to avoid it. Trust me, reading this article be time well spent for any woodworker not already educated on this important topic.

Look Inside >> November 2008

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