Bandsaws and Bandsaw Safety
January 9, 2022
Bandsaws are very popular pieces of woodworking equipment commonly found in the woodworking shop.
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Clamps and Clamp Safety
December 28, 2021
General safety tips to know when using clamps with emphasis on what to avoid to be safer.
CTE Access and Equity
January 9, 2022
Learn about access and equity in remote, blended and socially-distanced learning best practices.
Cutters and Cutter Safety
January 10, 2022
About 30% of workplace injuries involve lacerations, and 70% occur on the hands or fingers.
Drill Press and Drill Press Safety
December 29, 2021
Drill presses can be dangerous if not used properly.
General Woodshop Safety
February 8, 2022
There are safety concerns in the wood shop resulting from the equipment, tools, and raw materials used, as well as from the occupants in the room. This module will assist
Glowforge Printer Safety
November 16, 2022
Glowforge Printers as 3D laser printer that cut, engrave, and score hundreds of materials. It takes the power of a factory and makes it safer K-12 students, for creation classrooms.
Hazard Control and Safety
January 2, 2022
A hazard control program consists of all steps necessary to protect workers from exposure to a substance or system, the training and the procedures required to monitor worker exposure and
Hazards Working Around Machines
January 2, 2022
Hazards associated with working near or on machinery vary depending on the exact machine used.
Hearing Protection
December 31, 2021
There’s a lot you can do to protect your hearing when you’re using loud tools. You’re already wearing eye protection and sturdy shoes when you work with power tools. So
Hot Glue Guns
January 1, 2022
The use of glue guns is common in schools and in many homes. These are not such simple tools, since these are a recognized safety hazard, especially when used improperly.
Jointers and Planers
December 29, 2021
Jointers and planers are used to true or square lumber so that it can be worked with easier and have better results.
Laser Cutters
August 4, 2021
Laser cutting is a technology that uses a laser to vaporize materials, resulting in a cut edge. In this module you learn how to use them more safely.
Machine Guarding
January 2, 2022
In this module, we will explore the science of safety regarding equipment guarding as it applies to employees under OSHA and its equivalent in various states.
Metal Cut Off Saw
February 8, 2022
In this module, you will learn various aspects of working with a Metal Cut Off Saw.
Metal Drilling
December 29, 2021
Metalworking machines can be dangerous if not used properly.
MIG Welding
February 8, 2022
MIG welding is an arc welding process in which a continuous solid wire electrode is fed through a welding gun and into the weld pool, joining the two base materials
Miter Saws
December 29, 2021
There are safety rules and procedures to be followed for the safer operation of this tool and instructions will be similar for all miter saws.
Plasma Cutting
January 1, 2022
This module has been designed to develop an awareness of plasma cutting technology and the safety applications in the school for the teacher and for the students.
Portable Grinders
December 30, 2021
In this module we will explore the safety practices associated with portable grinders, abrasive disks or cutting wheels, and the protocols in place to protect the users from accidental injury.
Power Tool Safety
January 10, 2022
In this online module, you will learn about various power tools and safety.
Powered Hand Drills
December 29, 2021
Safety plays a big part when working with powered hand tools.
PPE and Welding
February 8, 2022
Welding has inherent risks and associated hazards resulting from the use of tools, equipment, metals and the possible fumes created. There are PPE-specific safety controls to help make the welding
Push Sticks
February 8, 2022
Push sticks or push blocks should be used when operating standard woodworking machinery, including table saws, band saws, radial arm saws, jointer/planers and shapers.
Radial Arm Saws
December 29, 2021
All power tools can be dangerous if both general and tool specific safety instructions are not followed carefully. General safety instructions apply to all power tools, both corded and
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Remote CTE Teaching
January 9, 2022
This module focuses on the CTE transition to remote teaching models. We discuss the challenges teachers face and the successes that CTE teachers have experienced in developing their own remote
Sanders
December 29, 2021
You will find multiple sanders when looking at frequently found tools in a common woodshop/construction lab or STEM lab.
Shaper and Shaper Safety
February 8, 2022
Shapers can be dangerous if not used properly. This module provides an outline of Shaper Safety.
Welding
December 30, 2021
In this module you will explore welding technology, the associated hazards, risks, and strategies to minimize those concerns through a combination of best-practices, safety procedures and a thorough understanding of
Welding Fumes and Gases
February 8, 2022
Welding fumes are a complex mixture of metals metallic oxides, silicates and fluorides.
Welding Ventilation
February 8, 2022
Learn about safety protocols related to welding ventilation with examples of local exhaust ventilation.
WHMIS 2015 Training For Workers
September 1, 2021
This module is designed to help you prepare to participate in a safer workforce.
Wood Dust
December 29, 2021
Wood dust is created during all stages of wood processing, including sawing, routing, sanding, and other operations.
Wood Turning Lathes
February 8, 2022
A wood turning lathe can be dangerous if not used properly.