Is a radial arm saw dangerous?
Occasionally I see a reference to a RAS being a dangerous tool. For 30 years I had a Craftsman as my only stationary power tool. Used it to build a dining table with mitered rip joints, work bench with drawers and when a tornado blew the roof off my house I did all the repairs. Lots of crosscuts, but also included ripping 900' of 2x12s to provide for drainage off the roof.
I know I am unaware of some things and must be oblivious to potential danger. What almost happened to me that I never saw? Am I a really lucky guy? :eek:
Just curious. Craftsman recalled the saw for safety reasons and I opted for $100 instead of a repair kit so I could buy a SawStop table saw and a 12" DeWalt CMS. I thought that would make me a more precise woodworker. Still trying.
Jerry
Terminology: Hazardous vs. Dangerous
Actually, the proper terminology is that it is 'hazardous'. Only when used improperly does it become 'dangerous'.
Nothing in your home shop or workplace should ever be dangerous.
-Jeff :)