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SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP
Essential Straight Push-stick
Features and Functions
Note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A different stick
design may be used if it properly protects against all hazards.
Diagram not to scale.
•Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free,
plywood or normal wood to prevent unexpected
breakage.Materialmustbeatleast1/4″thick,
but no thicker than the finished wood.
•Inspect push stick before use and do not use
a damaged or deteriorated push stick.
•Push stick dimensions will vary depending
on the application and user.
Handle Notch
•Must be far
enough down
the stick to allow
a comfortable
and firm grip.
•Must be deep
enough to prevent
hand from slipping
down the stick.
•Do not cut more than
halfway into the stick
to prevent weakening.
•Corners may
be rounded to
increase comfort.
Stick Length
•Must be long enough
to keep hand
clear of blade.
•Atleast6″fromend
of handle to closest
part of notch.
Notch
•Must be right (90°) angle, cut at 30°-40° from the angle
of the stick to keep hands out of the line of the blade.
•The lower lip of the notch must be no
longer than the workpiece is thick.
At Least 6″
Less than
workpiece
thickness
NOT TO SCALE.
90°
30°-40°
