Woodshop: Basic Use & Safety

​This Basic Use and Safety class goes over the usage and maintenance of the basic tools in the woodshop as well as common things you can do with them. This isn't a mastery class but will give a foundational knowledge of how to navigate the shop that you can build on.

​If you’re a member, find the member discount coupon code on Slack! (If not, learn about Fat Cat Membership here).

​In the class we'll go over:

• ​Miter Saw (aka Chop saw)

• ​Bandsaw

  • ​Which blade to use when

  • ​Changing the blade

  • ​Guides

• ​Router Table

  • ​Setup Changing bits

  • ​Different kinds of cuts

• ​Drill Press

  • ​Basic operation

  • ​Changing the speed

  • ​Securing your piece

• ​Belt and spindle sanders

• ​Keeping the shop clean

  • ​Dust collection systems

  • ​Changing vacuum bags

​See more information about our woodshop on Fat Cat Fab Lab's wiki.