There are basic, common-sense things related to safety that are
de facto rules when working on machinery: Wear safety glasses or
face shields when grinding or cutting metal. Wear ear protection
around noisy equipment or grinders. Wear gloves while cutting or
welding. Common sense stuff that at minimum reduces discomfort
and at maximum prevents injuries. Over the years I've learned
there are many ways to get injured or scare yourself in a shop
that go beyond the normal, basic safety considerations. In no
particular order, and without admitting guilt, here are some
situations I've "been around" that gave me pause and reason to
re-think how I do things: -When wearing a hooded sweatshirt with
a drawstring, don't use a bench-mounted grinding wheel/buffing
wheel. If you lean forward, one of the drawstrings can get
caught in the spinning wheel, which immediately reels your face
toward the whirling wheel much faster than you can reach the
"off" switch. -Don't use a welder while wearing athletic shoes.
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