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Additional References User Guide Definitions Credits Log Handling, Sorting and Storing Log Breakdown, Related Machinery and Facilities Dry Kilns and Facilities Lumber Storage Plant-Wide Hazards   >> Log Breakdown, Related Machinery and Facilities   Saws Serious injuries can result from the use of portable and stationary power saws. Accidents may occur if the operator is inexperienced, or if the blade is not properly guarded. The easiest way to avoid injury is to use appropriate safety equipment, such as goggles, earplugs, eye protection and dust masks. Do not wear sandals, open-toed or canvas shoes when working with saws. Avoid loose-fitting clothes that might become entangled in a saw and remove rings and other jewelry.   > Log Carriages/Carriage Runways >> Saws > Head Saws > Band Saws > Gang Saws > Edgers > Resaws > Trimmer Saws > Planers > Chippers | Home | Log Handling | Log Breakdown | Dry Kilns | Lumber Storage | | Plant-Wide Hazards | Definitions | Additional References | User Guide | Credits |

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