This band saw risk assessment checklist helps school workshop teams identify hazards and implement controls for safer wood-cutting operations. It covers Australian Standards compliance (AS 1485, AS 4024.1, AS 1453), pre-start checks, blade suitability and condition, guarding and guide post adjustments, access door security, PPE requirements, push-stick use, vibration and stability, and electrical safety features such as isolating switches and DOL start-stop controls. Use it to document observations, rate risks, and verify controls for ongoing safety and compliance in educational workrooms.
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