Machine Safety

The Shapeoko is a machine tool that requires the same caution as any power tool.

• Eye protection — impact-resistant safety glasses or goggles.
• Hearing protection — Use ear plugs or muffs. Hearing damage is cumulative and irreversible, so one should err on the side of caution.
• Respiratory protection — a filter or respiratory mask suited to the dust generated by the material being cut should be worn.
• Ensure clothing, hair, and/or jewelry cannot become caught in the machine, never reach into the machine’s working envelope while it is running.
• Use care when handling endmills to avoid being cut.
• Never leave the machine running unattended/unsupervised.