Latest revision as of 16:34, 30 May 2024

Shop Area: Woodshop

Tool: Edge Sander

Requires in-person training: Yes

Procedure Number

UG 110-11, Rev. 0

Date

5/30/2024

GENERAL

The edge sander is a powerful and versitile sanding tool, used to give a smooth and consistent finish.

Always wear approved safety glasses while operating the equipment.
Before operating equipment, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair.
Closed toe shoes are required when working in a shop area.
Do not wear gloves while operating the equipment.
Never operate the sander without its dust cover or drum and belt guarding in place.
Always maintain control of boards to avoid kickback.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation.

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 = SAFETY =
-* Always wear approved safety glasses or face shield while operating the equipment.
+* Always wear approved safety glasses while operating the equipment.
 * Before operating equipment, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair.
 * Closed toe shoes are required when working in a shop area.
 * Do not wear gloves while operating the equipment.
-* Always feed stock against the drum rotation.
-* Never place hands or fingers under the drum or dust cover.
-* Keep hands and clothing away from operating drums.
 * Never operate the sander without its dust cover or drum and belt guarding in place.
 * Always maintain control of boards to avoid kickback.
-* Always disconnect electrical power before doing any servicing or adjusting of the machine.
 * Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation.