Jigsaw Safety

Before you start...

• Make sure your work is securely clamped to the workbench
• Make sure you have enough room to work
• Make sure you are wearing the proper safety equipment and suitable clothing (see above)
• Make sure the cord is not in the line of where you are planning to cut
• If you need to plug in your tool, make sure the switch is off while you plug it in

Do’s and Don’ts

• DO - double check that your work is securely clamped and hold down clamped piece of wood with your free hand as extra support
• DO - Make sure you are standing with feet firmly on the ground so you don’t fall over while working.
• DO - Apply a firm downward and forward pressure when cutting so that the jigsaw doesn’t jump up and hit you.
• DON’T - Hold the jigsaw at an angle or on a tilt, always hold it flat, parallel to he floor
• DO - Keep your hands away from the blade when you are cutting 
• DO - Only start cutting when the blade is in full motion.
• DON’T - Leave the Jigsaw plugged in when not in use, as you can accidentally press the trigger and start it unintentionally.

Instructional Video

How to use a Jigsaw...