001 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 I have always tried to be careful when using cutting tools or drills since getting a small metal filing in the eyeball many years ago when drilling a hole in the floor of a car from above. (I didn't need glasses then). A few days ago I was cutting the end off a 2mm steel control rod, held in a vice, with a mini drill and small abrasive wheel. I always try to ensure that the sparks are going downwards. Usually I am aware that the cut waste end just drops onto the floor or in the litter bin below. This time I didn't hear or see it go but thought nothing of it. The next day I found the half inch piece of rod, it was embedded in the hard plaster ceiling above the workplace. This had gone past my head, I wear glasses now, but it could have passed under them with serious results. So, don't be complacent, wear safety glasses even for minor routine work with power tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan Jordan Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Hi Richard, I just hope that all the "forumites" be they "old hands" or "newbies" take heed of your "words of wisdom" A few years ago I was machining a length of brass bar in my lathe when a small piece of swarf hit the righthand lens in the glasses I was wearing, when I removed the glasses I found the swarf embedded in the glass lens. The moral here is to follow your advice and Protect Your Eyes !!Edited By Allan Jordan on 16/10/2009 19:07:06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken anderson. Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 they can make false teeth.....but eye's.................................................. ken anderson....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
001 Posted October 16, 2009 Author Share Posted October 16, 2009 That took a long time, but I am pleased that people are reading it! And able to read it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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