WHATS AT STAKE
A lathe is a powered tool that spins wood, metal, or other material at an adjusted speed to allow for sanding, cutting, shaping, etc. Lathes can be used in woodworking, metalworking, glassblowing, and pottery forming. As with all powered equipment, lathe safety training and good work practices prevent serious caught/crush injuries and even death.WHATS THE DANGER
IS LATHE A HAZARDOUS MATERIAL? Lathes contain several fast-rotating parts that can cause contact and entanglement hazards. Keep all body parts away from all rotating parts. Never wear loose-fitting clothing or jewelry while operating a lathe. Operators of lathes are one of the largest machine […]This content is for BHHC Safety Center policy holders.
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