Table saws are essential tools used to accurately cut lumber and sheet materials like plywood and particleboard. This course discusses the location and function of the major components of a typical table saw, safety guidelines to follow while working on and around a table saw, several different cut types that can be performed by a table saw, and the techniques used make those cuts. Understanding how the table saw operates will allow you to use it properly and effectively, and will help prevent you or your co-workers from being seriously injured.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, you will be able to:
- Identify and describe table saw components
- List general safety practices
- Differentiate between table saw cut types
- Describe how to make specific cuts
- Identify safe working practices while cutting