Jig Saw Safety

The first rule of jig saw safety is to never think that your years of experience and advanced skill set can make jig saw safety precautions any less important.

Electrical Safety

Take great care of your power cord.  Any damage to the cord can cause electrical shock or unit failure.  Be aware of where the power cord is at all times and do not carry the jig saw by the power cord.

Do not use in rain or while the jig saw is wet.

Always use the correct extension cord per the manufacturer’s guidelines.  Jig saw safety can prevent you from being electrocuted.

Worksite safety

Your work area should be free of obstacles.  Pieces of scrap on the floor can be stepped on causing you to stumble while using the jig saw.

Do not rely on the LED on your jig saw.  Your work area should have even lighting throughout.  Spotty lighting can cause glare spots and shadows.

Clean up your sawdust regularly.  A spark from your jig saw could cause the sawdust to ignite.  All flammables should be kept clear of the work area.

Visitors and fellow workers should be a safe distance from the jig saw while you have the trigger engaged.

Safety While Operating Your Jig Saw

Secure your materials with clamps before picking up your jig saw.  Jig saw safety is never to be ignored, even for the smallest cuts.

If the jig saw seems like it is not cutting, do not try to force it.  Check your blade selection and make sure it is not dull.

Send the jig saw in for repairs, do not alter your jig saw to bypass a non-working part.  Be sure to keep the jig saw in good working condition and to send it in for service if anything is not as it should be.

Never reach under the material you are cutting, the blade goes below the visual field.  Allow the blade to come to a complete stop before taking away from material.

Hold the jig saw by the handle during operation.

Use the jig saw on applications it is meant to cut.  Turn off and unplug when not in use.

Keep both feet on floor and do not reach to make a cut.

Wear protective eyewear.

Personal Jig Saw Safety

Do not wear jewelry or watches while operating your jig saw.  No baggy clothing that could get caught in the jig saw.  Pull long hair away from the face.

Be aware.  Drugs and alcohol may affect your ability to pay close attention during the use of a jig saw.

It only takes a moment for an accident to happen.  Jig saw safety can prevent personal injury to yourself and others.  It can also help prevent damage to equipment and materials.  Make sure you are paying attention and paying attention and taking precautions.  Then, pay closer attention.