January 20, 20206 yr I had a bit of a problem today and got a big gotcha from the 250. With power hammer tools you have to be aware of where your tools are and where the hammer is going to push them. Sometimes it is not what you expect. I was punching eyes in some hot cuts today and when edging a tool to knock the punch out, got my right index finger in between the tool handle and hammers anvil. I got a smear of grease and bruised finger, but that could have been much worse. Tool handles should have a decent amount of spring or give, be always aware of where your fingers are, and never put fingers through the loop! Stay safe everybody...
January 20, 20206 yr Tool handles should be long enough to keep you safe and still have control of the tool.
January 21, 20206 yr Never ever put your hand between the TUP and lower die without the machine being shut down and a safety device in place, unless you are willing to lose it.
January 21, 20206 yr Author Here is the dumb move. Do not do this! I shudder to realise, in this picture my finger is against the sow... A tool like this is much safer
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