Hey everyone! I've got a talented young woodworker in my shop who's a bit stubborn about wearing tight-fitting gloves when using the jointer and table saw. Despite multiple warnings about the dangers of gloves getting caught in spinning blades, he insists that they help him control the tools better and protect him from slivers. I'm genuinely worried about his safety, and I want to show him just how dangerous this is. I'm looking for graphic injury videos or real-life examples to really drive the point home. Any suggestions?
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I get where you're coming from. It's concerning to think about him getting injured. I've seen videos on degloving injuries that really hit hard—might be a necessary scare tactic. Just make it clear that safety comes first. Show him a picture or a video of what happens when gloves get caught in the machinery. It can be a real eye-opener!
I think showing graphic examples might really drive the point home. Sometimes, seeing the consequences can have a bigger impact than just words.
Honestly, it's your shop, your rules. If he insists on wearing gloves, he shouldn't be using your tools. Just make it clear that no gloves are allowed when operating any machinery—it's for his own safety. You shouldn't have to risk losing everything because of a simple rule he can't follow.
Absolutely! Just make sure he knows it's not just about the gloves but about proper technique and using push sticks instead.