Category Archives: Safety

Timberland Pro Helix Soft Toe Work Boot Review

Timberland Pro Helix Soft Toe Work Boot Review

I reviewed Timberland’s soft-toe work boots, and the only thing I could find wrong was their color limitations.Continue Reading

Posted in Reviews, Safety, Shop Essentials | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments | January 2nd, 2012
Surplus Israeli and Czech Gas Masks

Surplus Israeli and Czech Gas Masks

These surplus gas masks have been used for halloween costumes, as indie film props, in zombie-defense prep kits, and at OCW protests. What else could they be used for?Continue Reading

Posted in Safety, Unusual or Whacky | Tagged , , | 4 Comments | November 3rd, 2011
Ansell ProjeX Do-it-Yourself Work Gloves

Ansell ProjeX Do-it-Yourself Work Gloves

Looking for a new pair of work gloves? These Ansell Do it Yourself gloves sound weak in name but look well designed and are reasonably priced.Continue Reading

Posted in DIY & Home, Hand Tools, New Tools, Safety | Tagged , | 4 Comments | November 2nd, 2011
Microflex MidKnight – the Most Bad-Ass Disposable Nitrile Gloves on the Market

Microflex MidKnight – the Most Bad-Ass Disposable Nitrile Gloves on the Market

These Microflex MidKnight disposable nitrile gloves offer exceptional protection and a refreshing look.Continue Reading

Posted in Hand Tools, Safety, Shop Essentials | Tagged , | 2 Comments | August 18th, 2011
New Woodpeckers Variable Pressure Featherboard

New Woodpeckers Variable Pressure Featherboard

Woodpeckers is coming out with a new variable-pressure featherboard that makes on-the-fly applied pressure adjustments quicker and easier to do.Continue Reading

Posted in Accessories, New Tools, Safety, Shop Essentials, Woodworking | Tagged , | 2 Comments | June 16th, 2011
Timberland PRO Helix Work Boot Review

Timberland PRO Helix Work Boot Review

Can a work boot be heavy duty, lightweight, and comfortable at the same time? We reviewed Timberland’s new PRO Helix boots to find out.Continue Reading

Posted in Reviews, Safety, Shop Essentials | Tagged , | Leave a comment | May 9th, 2011
Rubbermaid Super Duty Industrial Tote Box

Rubbermaid Super Duty Industrial Tote Box

Rubbermaid’s industrial tote boxes are great general-purpose containers for use around the home and shop.Continue Reading

Posted in Safety, Shop Essentials, Storage & Organization | Tagged , | 3 Comments | March 8th, 2011
Timberland PRO Helix Lightweight Work Boot Full Lineup Details

Timberland PRO Helix Lightweight Work Boot Full Lineup Details

Here are a few more details about Timberland PRO’s new Helix lightweight work boots. I’m also in the middle of reviewing the Helix 6″ safety toe boot – so far so good!Continue Reading

Posted in New Tools, Safety | Tagged , | Leave a comment | March 4th, 2011
Shop Fox Fine Particle Woodworking Air Filter

Shop Fox Fine Particle Woodworking Air Filter

While looking for a compact woodworking air filtration setup, I came across the Shop Fox Fine Air Filter, which looks like it might complement a conventional air cleaner setup rather nicely.Continue Reading

Posted in Safety, Shop Essentials, Vacuums & Dust Collection, Woodworking | Tagged , | Leave a comment | February 24th, 2011
Dewalt DW745 10 Inch Contractor Jobsite Table Saw

Table Saw Safety Tips to Protect Your Fingers and More

A recent post by One Project Closer reminded us that table saw safety is a very serious topic that’s worth bringing up every now and then. Check out these safety tips to avoid personal injury or worse!Continue Reading

Posted in Power Tools, Safety, Saws, Tips, Woodworking | Tagged , , | 1 Comment | February 23rd, 2011
Timberland PRO Helix, a New Lightweight Workboot

Timberland PRO Helix, a New Lightweight Workboot

Timberland’s coming out with a new hybrid boot, the PRO Helix, that offers heavy-duty features in a lightweight and comfortable package.Continue Reading

Posted in DIY & Home, New Tools, Safety | Tagged , | Leave a comment | February 14th, 2011
A Bunch of Craftsman & Other Older Compressors Recalled

A Bunch of Craftsman & Other Older Compressors Recalled

About 460,000 compressors that were manufactured from 2000 until 2005 are being recalled. This includes several 15 gal Craftsman compressors and a few Porter Cable (4 & 6 gal), Delta Shopmaster (12 gal), DeVilbiss (3 gal) and Husky compressors (25 gal).Continue Reading

Posted in Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers, News, Safety | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment | February 4th, 2011
I said… WE RECOMMEND PELTOR EARMUFF HEARING PROTECTION!

I said… WE RECOMMEND PELTOR EARMUFF HEARING PROTECTION!

CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? Protect your ears and we won’t have to shout! These Peltor earmuffs offer solid hearing protection at a decent price. We highly recommend them!Continue Reading

Posted in DIY & Home, Power Tools, Reviews, Safety, Shop Essentials | Tagged , | 4 Comments | January 31st, 2011
How to Make a Sanding & Blast Cabinet Fine Particle Dust Collection Separator

How to Make a Sanding & Blast Cabinet Fine Particle Dust Collection Separator

Looking to make your own dust collection separator? Check out this excellent tutorial.Continue Reading

Posted in Safety, Tips | Tagged , , | 4 Comments | January 4th, 2011
You Broke All of My Safety Rules!

You Broke All of My Safety Rules!

About two weeks ago I was working on a project with someone close to me, whose name I won’t mention (yet). They broke just about every single one of my safety rules! Here’s a list of the violations that everyone …Continue Reading

Posted in Power Tools, Safety | Tagged | 8 Comments | October 28th, 2010
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