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Statistics show that most common acci-
dents among table saw users can be
linked to kickback. Kickback is typically
defined as the high-speed expulsion of
stock from the table saw toward the
operator. In addition to the danger of
the operator or others in the area being
struck by the flying stock, the operator’s
hands could be pulled into the blade dur-
ing the kickback.
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Preventing Kickback
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Protecting Yourself
From Kickback