Woodshop: Basic Use & Safety

This Basic Use and Safety class goes over the usage and maintenance of the basic tools in the woodshop as well as common things you can do with them. This isn't a mastery class but will give a foundational knowledge of how to navigate the shop that you can build on.

If you’re a member, find the member discount coupon code on Slack! (If not, learn about Fat Cat Membership here).

In the class we'll go over:

Miter Saw (aka Chop saw)

Bandsaw

Which blade to use when

Changing the blade

Guides

Router Table

Setup Changing bits

Different kinds of cuts

Drill Press

Basic operation

Changing the speed

Securing your piece

Belt and spindle sanders

Keeping the shop clean

Dust collection systems

Changing vacuum bags

See more information about our woodshop on Fat Cat Fab Lab's wiki.