Uploaded October 2020 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Keep all your fingers and set things up right! "how to use the table saw" Everything for to get started using the table saw safely. Both new and experienced woodworkers will enjoy this deep dive into these fundamentals for using the table saw.

TABLE SAW RESOURCES:
Table Saw Instructional Pamphlet: benchtopwoodworks.com/woodworking-resources
Parts of a Table Saw Video: youtube.com/watch?v=Vs_IZm2Ljrs&t=65s
My Dad's Curriculum: youtu.be/wzWQnUUgYQY

VIDEO CHAPTER LINKS:
0:00 Intro
0:41 Basic facts: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=41
1:35 Respecting the Machine: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=95
2:35 Learn the parts of the saw first: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=155
3:10 Safety Glasses & Hearing Protection: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=190
3:49 Keep Work Area Clutter-Free: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=229
4:17 General Rules & Body Positions: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=257
5:27 Keep Accessories within Reach: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=327
5:57 Saw Blade Rotation: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=357
6:19 Proper Blade Height: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=379
6:52 Using the Guard: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=412
8:23 Plan & Rehearse your Cuts: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=503
9:03 Fully Support the Workpiece: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=543
9:50 Build a Mental Checklist: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=590
10:21 Don't Chase off-cuts: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=621
10:39 Don't be Distracted: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=639
11:08 Material Selection (flat/square): youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=668
13:06 Don't Rip Short Boards: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=786
13:28 Rip Cuts: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=808
17:28 Cutting thin Stock: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=1048
18:01 Rip Cut Demonstration: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=1081
22:47 Cross-Cut Demonstration: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=1367
26:02 Never use Rip-Fence & Miter Gauge Together on a Table Saw: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=1562
28:48 Bevel Cuts: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=1728
30:45 Table Saw Kickback Explained: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=1845
39:36 Kickback Stories: youtu.be/Fnr5y49js0Q?t=2375


OTHER LINKS TO CHECK OUT!
My Website: benchtopwoodworks.com
Plans for this setup and other projects: etsy.com/shop/BenchtopWoodworks
Become my Partner: patreon.com/BenchTopWoodworks
Wearable merch & coffee holding gear: teespring.com/stores/benchtop-wearable-merch
Daily Project Updates: instagram.com/benchtopwoodworks
Socialize: facebook.com/BenchTopTools
My Amazon Recommendations for Setting Up a Small Shop: benchtopwoodworks.com/amazon-recommendations
Description:
In all my videos it’s my goal to help you Maximize Your Shop! In this video I show you everything you need to get started using a table saw safely. I know there are a ton of new woodworkers getting started, my goal is to provide a complete resource for you to start using the saw safely, and help you build some fundamentals that will keep you safe for a life-time of woodworking.

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Additional Tablesaw Safely Videos:
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