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Narrow band saws - Health and Safety Executive
1 of 6 pagesHealth and Safety ExecutiveHealth and Safety ExecutiveWoodworking Information Sheet No 31 (Revision 1)HSE information sheetNarrow band sawsSafe working practicesIntroductionThis information sheet gives practical guidance on safe working practices when using Narrow band saws . It is aimed at employers and others who have control of how these machines are used. Machine operators will also find this information of use. A Narrow band saw is one where the blades are 50 mm in historyMost band saw accidents are caused by contact with the moving blade while either cutting material or removing material/off-cuts from the table. Accidents also occur while setting, cleaning, adjusting and maintaining the machine while the blade is still in requirementsLegal requirements covering the use of these machines are contained in Safe use of woodworking machinery.
2 of 6 pages Health and Safety Executive Guarding the blade Substantial guards should enclose the pulleys and the blade, except the part that runs downwards
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