Using A Table Saw For The First Time | Beginner

In today's video we are looking at two table saws, a portable Dewalt and a stationary Saw Stop cabinet saw. We will look at their similarities and differences, and then cover 4 VERY IMPORTANT safety tips for preventing kickback... which is the #1 safety concern while using table saws.

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My name is Josh Fedorka, and I’m the founder of Training Hands Academy™. I have been a carpenter and woodworker for over 25 years. I have also held certifications in home energy auditing and have built several LEED certified homes in New England.

God has gifted me with many “hands on” skills and it is my calling and purpose to share those skills by teaching others. Whether it is to seek a career in carpentry, become a general contractor or improve one’s DIY skills and knowledge, the motivation behind THA is to help others successfully learn how to work with their hands.

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[TrainingHandsAcademy]

⚠️ As a reminder, I STRONGLY encourage the use of a blade guard and/or riving knife. Just because I removed my blade guard for filming purposes (and my Dewalt saw is not equipped with a riving knife), does not mean you should operate your saw without them too.

[ridera]

Speaks at a good pace and prevents the video from being boring. If I miss something, I can repeat the viewing.

[sharoneasley]

I’m 65 years old. My dad always worked with me but he has passed away so I’m on my own. I’d rather hire someone but I can’t find anyone so I guess I’m gonna start doing everything by myself. I need a tablesaw I have always fearful of them. This was very good video, thank you so much. I’m going to subscribe to your channel because I am now going to be my own carpenter in remodeling my house. 🤦🏼‍♀️ I finally retired and saved enough money so I could hire someone to redo my house. Well, since Covid many people just don’t want to work so I guess I’ll do it myself. 😱If I ever get finished, I’ll take a trip with the leftover money. 😊

[bmdoubledub]

I literally am brand new to wood working and using a table saw. I just put my table saw together and have not used it yet as i was looking for a video with no fluff and straight to the point. This video is great. I feel more comfortable using my table saw (portable) for the first time after having watched this. Thanks!

[kristen]

Every now and then there comes along a "how to" video that is, by far, better than all the rest. This is that video.
You're instructions are clear and to the point. You're delivery is impeccable.
Thank you.

[Pete-ebec]

Others take too much time to explain stuff. Thank you for a clear and to the point lesson. I'm planning on building canoe paddles for my daughters and am still hesitant to use my new saw table.This helps.

[glenpye]

This is the 10th or 12th of your videos that I have used in my high school wood shop class. I have to say they are by far some of the best videos that are out there. Keep up the good work!
If I could make one suggestion (it actually comes from several students)...slow down a bit. The kids tell me all the time that I talk too fast and move from one thing to another too quickly. They said the same about your videos, that they have to watch them 3-4 times to get it all. Maybe a 2-3 second segue between bits would help, I frequently pause the video at those spots to see if everyone has "got it".
Keep up producing these high quality videos. I look forward to seeing what you do next.

[Roundthenation]

This is my first time watching your video, what I learned from it was very useful and important to me. Thanks so much

[slimthugga]

Hello. I just purchased a dewalt table saw and I can’t even put into words how dangerous it feels. I get nervous everytime I turn it on so naturally I searched for a video with good tips and came across yours. Thank you for giving me enough confidence to turn it on without nearly as much fear as I’ve had. Thank you and take care.

[JoshCroft-odme]

Hey man, I love your videos. You are helping me out in my job big time. There are a lot of things that you show that I already know, but there are also many things that you teach that are new to me. But, both are valuable to me because the boss I have expects peak production from me even though I am new in framing and am trying to learn good practices. Your channel is a very good resource for me. Thank you sir!!

[loydalexander]

Enjoyed the safety video been useing table saws for45 years or so and I worry every time I use them they can be bad news and we all need this kind of video from time to time thanks

[jazamaraz]

Holy cow. This is an awesome video. Thanks. I love getting up to speed quickly.

[tinareeves]

I had my front teeth taken out by me not having a video like this one. My piece of wood jack knife. I'm lucky to be alive . Thanks a million I'm still scared of my industrial table saw. I use it a little but I will never forget

[spartanhunter]

I constantly come to your videos for instruction as I unpack each new tool. Its been a very fun few months, and I am absolutely sure I am still in one piece because of you. Thank you!! James

[Goorney]

I think if you want multiple boards cut to size in a relatively short time with a high degree of accuracy, then a table saw is a must have tool.

[krishaller]

I have been woodworking (very basic stuff) for almost 10 years, and have a lot of tools, but people have scared me to death about table saws. I FINALLY got a DeWalt (was so excited when it came), but find myself afraid to use it after reading the manual and watching videos. I have the guard, riving knife, and kickback thingy-ma-jigger) on, but I am still so scared.

[t.violeta]

I have a (rational) fear of table saws and some tools in general. I feel more confident using my dad’s table saw tomorrow now, thank you! (One of my uncle’s diagonally removed 2.5 fingers and another lost 2 fingers to a plumber’s tool (the drain snake), almost lost his arm to a band snapping too and cut off (but reattached) a finger with a saw too. I promise they’re very smart men, they just work quick and for themselves so what’s OSHA when you gotta get the job done?

[lytken]

i was shown by an old carpenter, that i should never have the
fence/sidegard further forward then the center of the saw blade, that
will ensure that you don't get those kickbacks

[stevebyrne]

Excellent instructions. Just bought a Dewalt 7485. Appreciate the tips.

[TheVCRTimeMachine]

I just bought a table saw for the first time this week. Before using it, I came to YouTube to learn all the safety tips and safest ways to use them. I bought a Micro-Jig Grripper and thought I was ready to go, but I went out to use it and I was terrified of using it. UGH. I unplugged everything and walked away.