9 MOST OVERLOOKED DIY INJURIES! (Avoid These 9 Worst DIY Injuries/Accidents From Common Tools!)
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9 MOST OVERLOOKED DIY INJURIES! (Avoid These 9 Worst DIY Injuries/Accidents From Common Tools!)
Most people associate DIY accidents with circular saws and big power tools. But most DIY injuries and accidents come from common hand tools! This short video from The Honest Carpenter will show you the 9 worst and most-overlooked DIY injuries and accidents, and suggest some tool safety tips.
#9: LUMBER SLIDING--Don't let lumber slide through your hands or across your body. It can cause vicious splinters. Use firm handholds when handling lumber.
#8. HOT BLADE GRABBING--Metal blades and bits heat up quickly. Be careful handling them right after usage--they can burn you!
#7: DRILL BIT PUNCHING--Driving bits can punch through your free hand if they slip out of the head of a screw. Keep your free hand clear or braced on the tool!
#6: HAMMER SWING-THROUGH--Many times on job sites we need to swing hammers downwards. If your legs are in the way, you can easily hit your shin bones or knees with a hammer.
#5: DRILL WRIST TWISTING--1/2" drills are very powerful. When using large bits, keep both hands on the tool, and possibly use a handle attachment. Otherwise they can twist or even break your wrist.
#4: SCRAPING CARELESSLY: Scraping paint or rust or wood can cause splinters to get lodged in the tips of your fingers, knuckles, or under fingernails. Consider wearing gloves, and scrape in smaller strokes.
#3: STEPLADDER KICKOUT--Don't stand on stepladders sideways--they can kick out from under you. Aim them perpendicular to the wall, or lean them against the wall closed.
#2: SAWING TOO CLOSE TO YOUR HAND--Hand saws can leap out of their cut line easily. If your free hand is too close, the saw can pass right over your free hand. Clamp the board and keep your free hand clear.
#1: UTILITY KNIFE SLASHING--No tool causes more injuries than utility knives. Keep your free hand and body parts out of the way. Cut in lighter, shorter strokes. Free-swinging blades can hit any body part with force!
Thanks for watching! Please work safely, and follow tool safety instructions. Avoid these most overlooked / worst DIY injuries and accidents!
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Also with utility knives, after every cut, retract the blade. Your thumb already on the sliding mechanism. It’s good practice to extend the blade, make the cut, and retract it in one operation. Furthermore, almost all utility knives have different lengths of blade stick out. Only extend the blade as far as you need for that specific cut. It lessens the severity of, for example an injury from a slashing
This is a VERRRRY good point. Two very good points!!
And make sure to dispose of used blades i a safe way - not laying loose in the bottom of a toolbox!
Unboxing videos are the worst! They usually feature some bright spark with 4" of exposed razor blade alternately slashing at tape and cardboard and forcefully pulling without retracting, or even putting the knife down!🤮
At work I have one that retracts itself with a spring. You have to push it out and keep it pushed out to use it. I didn't like it at first but now I'm very happy with it. It's not usefull in all situations though but overal it works very well.
@@themadsamplist Can you remember the manufacturer?
I would like to add one more ladder safety item. I was working for a home builder doing warranty work, we put down plastic and drop cloths on the floor over unmovable furniture, etc. the homeowner still wanted us to remove our work boots. I told the supervisor I wasn’t comfortable working in my stocking feet. He insisted and the homeowner insisted so I removed my boots. Long story short, I was climbing up and down an eight foot step ladder painting the wall my foot slipped, the ladder went sideways my left side hit the top of the ladder with enough force that I bounced came down on the ladder again and the ladder beat my body to the floor so I smacked against the ladder again. All three hits were in the same place, I was lucky I only bruised four ribs. But my chest hurt for a month. When working on a ladder always wear your shoes.
I hope the homeowner was sufficiently frightened, if of nothing else then being sued. People who ask others to remove their shoes while doing important physical work like that are control freaks who need a wake up call.
I used to paint for a builder whose site manager installed the hardwood flooring and he insisted everyone who came in the house did the same. He started letting up when people who worked for bigger companies would just leave, because they signed a contract stating they wouldn't work without shoes on (again, avoiding suits).
Can't do guv, these are regulation boots.
If I was going to work without shoes I’d rather go barefoot. At least that way I have grip.
I see a lot of failarmy videos, I noticed several people on a step ladder with flip flops. So bad.
wow thats awefull. Nothing worse then a client who doesnt know anything trying to impose his ways.
For furniture building, I think chisels represent one of the biggest dangers. Most other hand tools do not have a large blade fully exposed, with the exception of saws and utility knives, but chisels do and are kept super sharp. Add in the way that you sometimes exert quite a bit of force when using them, and a slip up can cause a serious accident.
You forgot about eye injuries particularly with grinders. This is a very common injury as people quickly grinding down a small piece often don't take the time to wear eye protection. I'd say there are a lot of times to wear a respirator as well.
100% admittedly I have a tendency to be a bit neglectful of wearing eye protection against my better judgement. But grinders are the one tool I’ll always, no matter what put glasses on before I use it, no exceptions.
Speaking of grinders, I had a friend who was using a grinder with an old grinding disk. He wasn’t wearing gloves and when he began grinding, the disk fragmented and almost cut his fingers off completely. He had two surgeries and rehab before he could use his hand again.
i got that once , with angle grinder , was wearing gogole but i pice bonce of my cheak in to my eye ,
I should add that I've seen clothing catch a grinder and bury it into the user's chest. These are very dangerous tools if not used with caution and a constant safety mindset.
I think the focus of this video was on non-power tools. But yeah, eye injuries can happen from using hand tools too, for example hammer work. Hitting a just started nail even slightly off target can send it flying in any direction. And of course, demo work by definition sends pieces airborne.
Wow - that was super good info. I was shocked at how often I was guilty, guilty, guilty, of your noted safety violations. Thanks for doing a safety video, but what I really like about your videos is the clear, concise way you present information. You have a good speaking voice and maintain good, consistent, volume (well recorded).
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The lumber sliding is something people do over and over again after saying they'll never do it again
Trust me, a few splinter down the line sooner or later everyone learns how to handle wood! LOL Either that or their hands get so callous that even a sharp knife point won’t hardly puncture their skin. Being in the woodworking business myself since I was a teen and 50 years later my hands are anything but soft . In fact I’m diabetic and I’m supposed to do finger pricks to check blood sugar level and I have such thick tough callouses that the finger prick needle can’t penetrate thru my callouses to get to any blood. Thank goodness there’s a new sensor device that connects to your arm that works with a app on your smart phone now that checks blood sugar levels so much easier and convenient! No finger pricks for me! LOL I can’t remember the last time I actually had a splinter in my hands? Maybe back in my 20’s? 😂
Btw, after over 50 years in the woodworking business running every power tool and hand tools known to man . I’m one of very few that actually still have all my fingers and never been hurt bad enough to have to need anything but a band aide if that? Usually no band aides near by so just grab some electric black tape and wrap it up. and go right back to work. I was taught by the old timers that don’t believe in safety equipment at all, nor have I ever used any either! Ear protection, eye protection, guards, etc. what’s that? LOL I literally was taught that stuff was for sissies! 😂 my personal opinion some times that safety devices are more dangerous then not using it too. Seen guys using push sticks on a table saw get a kick back that sent them to the hospital. I’ve been running my finger between the fence and saw blade leaving 7/8” space since my fingers are 13/16” wide and haven’t ever got hurt even once. Long as you raise your saw blade where it’s barely cutting thru the material you need cut down and keep your fingers against the fence with your index finger on top the material your cutting with your thumb on the upper back side of what your cutting and paying attention to what you’re doing there’s absolutely no reason you should get hurt. I’m living proof! Actually scares the hell out of me watching some guy using push sticks that really have little control over the push stick sliding around on the work piece or the work piece itself sliding around from under the push sticks. I’m stick to doing thinks like the old times always done it before things like safety devices were ever thought of! Alway got a laugh when 35 employees were afraid to run a small chunk of wood thru a shaper blade and I ended up having to do it myself since everyone else was scared of getting their fingers that close to the spinning shaper blades!
My Dad did great for years too, till he got careless using a quick set Datto head and let his work piece move away from the fence where the work piece kicked back and he ended up catching a finger on the datto head blade taking a bit of the tip of his finger off. About a 1/4” shorter after that! LOL healed up nicely though, if you didn’t know it been cut you never know from looking at it after it healed. Just goes to show though, you can never let your guard down. Have to be paying close attention at all times playing with power tools!
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Yeah, I think I have scars or bad memories to go along with all of these. 😬
A common thread to many of this sort of accident is that when your right hand makes a mistake, it's usually your left hand that pays for it.
Good way of putting it, Karl 😅
Me too! In good company. LOL 😭
And you are so very right/left/correct: Two weeks ago, I was reaming a hole in the end of a vertical board, the drill unexpectedly popped out and drove to the side and down, full force into the meat between my left thumb and finger. To make matters worse, on its way in, the drill bit grabbed and twisted my glove shockingly painfully tight. I had to reverse the drill to unwind the glove which let blood flow that had been instantly cut off. And, oh boy did the blood flow... It was a 5/16" bit.
Wishing health and safety for you all 💖
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Nate, the most important video you have ever done. I've been guilty of the ladder issue and learned quickly it wasn't working. Thankfully, I always test the ladder out and then quickly realize that was a really dumb idea. Another one is hot bits. You're in a hurry and you ignore that heated metal object about to touch your hands. Routers esp. can get bits that will burn your skin off if you're not careful.
Router bits just about turn to lava, Dave! So much sustained friction. I’ve had welts from just brushing against them!
Same, guilty of the ladder!
Stepping on nails in wood has to be one of the most common also. Great info!
I thought with the scraping or power tools you'd also have mentioned flecks of material in your eyes. I get nervous of any plumbing or very old paint flecks getting in my eyes, let alone splinters or metal chips. Glasses for the win
Or a complete face shield. Especially when working with glass repair.
I've never clicked so fast on a video notification. I learned not to slide my hands through wood the hard way, same for touching bits and jigsaw blades too soon. Excellent video, thanks for looking out for us
Thank you, Fernando! Done them both too many times myself 😅
@@TheHonestCarpenter what is some incidents
I had a utility knife skip my steel ruler just as you demonstrated in this video and costed me several stitches on my hand holding the ruler on a DIY project. This was back in the 1980's before Kevlar gloves. When I retired, the utility company that I worked for would discipline you if you cut your hand and were not wearing the proper gloves (Kevlar for cutting). The company believed in hand safety so much that you were allow and encouraged to take gloves home for personal use. The company was so big that it was self insured so it was saving money on ER trips from home and light duty at work while you healed from a DIY.
As someone who used to work with drywalls I always had respect for the utility knife. This thing was my main tool but it can do serious damage and its often underestimated. In my hometown we say that it does a "sweet cut" because the cut is barely visible and doesnt' hurt at the first seconds but it gets messy really fast. Nice video!
Hello, I have been a carpenter for close to 40 years. I still have all my digits thank god, but I have had a few of these injuries. My favorite video is Where have all the carpenters gone. You couldn't be more spot on. I'm 60 and waiting a shoulder replacement surgery in April, I made it 40 years haha I really enjoy your channel. Thanks!
Thank you, Homestead! I love hearing from other carpenters. I’m glad you’ve had such a long run-I hope the shoulder repair goes well! 🙂
@@TheHonestCarpenter That's nice of you thanks. Keep up the good videos!
Sad to admit…I’m guilty of every one on the list. Thank you for bringing the attention to these common accidents and reminding me what I should do to prevent them from happening again. Great video as always. Thanks
After 40 year of being a tradesman, I can attest to doing all of them at one time or another . The one that I felt the most was cutting along a straight edge and running over two fingers and a thumb. Not only cut flesh, but cut the nail and nail bed. The nail out towards the end of my fingers of course feel off. That baby ached and throbbed for months. Not only that but, that hand was completely useless because of constantly breaking open the cut over and over from using it. The nails took nearly a year to grow out and cover the exposed nail bed. Believe me don’t do that one.
Nail injury, from another reason, but similar result. Dont damage your nails.
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Perhaps the best safety-related video I've seen. Most such videos focus on injuries that are severe, but not that frequent (such as those caused by table saws). I'd bet that the hazards on this list cause more cumulative injury, lost work time, and pain/suffering than power tools and machines do. I'm guilty of a lot of these errors. It's a constant process of learning how to recognize hazards and mitigate them *before* an accident occurs. I'm going to print out a bullet list of these items and put it in my workshop so that it will be a reminder for me every day.
For anyone wondering why old mate says ‘maintain fast speeds’ at 5:10, the reason is simply that the inertia of a fast moving drill bit is very effective at carrying the blade through resistance. If the teeth of a hole saw, for example, hit a knot or even a fixing nail etc., if the bit is moving quickly it will often tear through that hard thing before the friction has a chance to slow the bit to a stop and begin moving the electric tool (and your wrist). A slow-moving blade is much easier to stop and therefore is much more susceptible to jamming.
Another point worth noting is that while fast speeds are good, equally important things would be maintaining light pressure on the tool and keeping consistent angle.
Light tool pressure helps to stop the blade biting deeply into that area of resistance and lets it skim over the top with much less resistance.
Consistent tool angle keeps the cutting bit/blade aligned inside the hole it is creating and helps to prevent catching/jamming on the sides of the hole. An unconfident operator with a wobbly grip on their tool is far more likely to lean the tool over midway through the cut, causing the blade to bind up and jam.
I have one of those multi positional ladders and you can make an a gram ladder that has one side completely vertical. It’s makes it really easy to work up against a wall.
Your advice about saw injuries gave me the willies.
So guilty of so many of those. Great reminder to slow down, pay attention, and keep yourself safe by doing some simple things. Sharing this with my DIY friends.
Excellent video. Luckily I learned about knife safety 55 yrs ago in scouting. 1. NEVER cut towards yourself. Only made this mistake once opening a package, just a nick. If I ever think about doing it again, I cannot move until I do it correctly. 2. Never have any fingers ahead of where you are cutting.3. I learned how to properly hand a knife over. There is a correct technique that makes it impossible for you to get hurt. I have everyone set the knife down before picking it up and teach then the proper why to hand it. Same rules apply to a utility knife.
When I start a hand saw I clamp a piece of wood at the starting point. Looks funning and I get laugh at; but it proves a longer line to get started and I do not have my hand in the way. I also show the the scar when I slice a inch of skin to the bone off with the hand saw.
Remember Scouting. Before it became “diversified?”
Those were good times!
Hand saw. Clue's in the name ....
As I watched, I kept checking off all the injuries Ive done to myself, especially the dreaded utility knife! Always keep the blade sharp!
I’m guilty of letting mine get so gunked up, Ryan. I try to just change blades on principle now when I start a job!
A dull blade is a dangerous blade! Agreed!
Even though I've been doing DIY for many years, I always learn something new from your videos. I love the presentation and production too. Thank you Honest Carpenter.
Thank you, Keith!
Thanks! Nothing, but nothing, matters more than safety.
I find adding a large split key ring into the hole of a utility knife really helpful, you can attach a lanyard for over head/ ladder work, but also it tends to stop the knife pulling through and gives a place for the hand to rest, I do a lot of tree trimming (palms in particular, this has helped reduce the number of times I drop the knife.
Excellent video - I feel like no matter how long a person's been a DIYer or working in the trades, it's always good to get a refresher course like this from time to time. The saw blade tip really hit home: I once got a full saw stroke through my thumb because I was rushing and distracted. Fortunately I learned my lesson, but it's better to learn from videos like yours rather than through the experience of a trip to the ER.
Perfect timing for me! I believe that you just saved me from more than one injury, just started diy and bought my tools recently and a ladder yesterday. I am going to use them both tomorrow and I was planning on using the ladder in the worst way. Big difference in how I will use it now!
Thank you for the save!💙👍
Great vid! As a retired paramedic, I will completely agree with your list. Saw these all the time (except utility knife injuries, those usually usually went to the ER by car, not ambulance).
LADDERS, LADDERS, LADDERS. There's a million ways to screw yourself up with ladders. Understand the right ways to use them, and don't skip the precautions! A solid majority of DIY injuries that required ambulance transportation (or a hearse) came from ladders!
I'm going to watch this one regularly. Thanks for putting this together. Safety first folks!
This video is much needed. I'm a beginner and was always scared of the big powertools and obviously, when around them Im super careful and thankfully never hurt myself with one, but I have sometimes hurt myself with the much lesser powerful and actually not electric tools. the smaller actually the sneakier to catch you.
Love the video. Lots of good tips, but I disagree with folding closed a self-supporting ladder and using it like a lean-to or extension ladder. The manufacturer designed the ladder to be used open and self-supporting. Using it any other way can cause an injury. As a construction safety professional for an insurance company, I see injuries from improper ladder use all too often. Nevertheless, I love your videos. Thank you!!
Agree. Especially when used on the wrong surface.
Using a closed step ladder (or extension ladder) on a surface like blacktop or a wet deck. Or a dusty floor. That ladder is going to slide out, almost guaranteed!
I’ve seen some pretty gruesome stuff because someone thought the A frame wouldn’t slide or the extension ladder feet would grip.
Yep!
They don't call me fingers for nothing.
My left index finger has suffered both a Stanley knife cut and a hand saw. Both needed stitches or tendon repair. So grateful for skilled nurses surgeons.
Your videos continue to be the most informative and clearly communicated on CZcams! I applaud your work.
Not a tool injury, but back injuries are definitely the DIY injury that has been the most impactful and persistent for me. At 30, I leaned over to lift a relatively light object and boom -- herniated lumbar disc.
Learn to lift objects with proper form, and then *always* use proper form for lifting, whether you're lifting something heavy or light.
I particularly appreciated the advise about paying attention to follow through with the hammer and sledge. Often just imagining how a cutting operation can go wrong protects me from injury if something should slip.
A1 video. The ladder risk was the BEST. Another BIG risk is not stopping when you are worn out. Great video. Thx.
Thank you, Kersi! I worked alone for many years, and started knocking off the day at around 4. My clients asked why, and I said my carpentry doesn’t get any better, I just start screwing things up after 4 😪
Great video! I’ve done almost all of these at one point, hard earned experience in what not to do! One other trick when drilling large holes. If your drill has a clutch, set it down to where it will drill the hole as desired but if it hangs up the extra torque will engage the clutch and keep it from kicking back.
Really good info. I also have to agree those about eye protection. Being on many construction sites as a hardwood flooring installer, it was common to see a lack of any eye protection being used. One other injury I’ve seen goes back to a rule I learned in the Air Force, NEVER hold the work in your hand. I most commonly see this among electricians who hold an electrical device in one hand while bearing down on a screw with a screwdriver with the other hand. The screwdriver slips and inserts into the hand. I’m not a safety nut but a little common sense and some self imposed rules can limit your trips to the emergency room.
This was a great video. We can never talk enough about tool and work safety. Every reference you made brought back a memory of "that time that I..."
Another great video Ethan thanks! I have a safety tip don't try and rush/finish your cuts on the miter saw before sneezing! Or needing to go to the toilet!!
Please keep sharing additional tips to safely handling power tools for some examples of common household projects. It makes me more conscious of the safety steps I need to take before undertaking a new project.
the thing I've noticed makes the biggest difference has been when I was trying to go fast. - not just in injuries, but inaccuracies that cost more time than they gain. working smoothly has less chance of errors that can result in injuries, damaged tools, damaged projects, and lost time. this is especially true with hand tools. they are designed so the tool does the work, so rushing it or trying to force it is counter productive.
Outstanding presentation. I am an ER doc and have treated many of these preventable injuries over the years. Personally, I always wear good gloves, quality eye protection, and appropriate footwear whenever I use any hand or power tools. Please stay safe.
My son does a lot of DIY so I am definitely passing this vid along! I guess we don’t think about these things but seeing u do it and the dangers it poses opened my eyes. So- eye opening of the potential dangers! Thanks! Be safe and careful everyone! 👍❤️🤞🙏🏻
As a mature age female learning to do little jobs by myself I adore your videos. I had no idea about the ladder sideways; makes obvious sense now! I would love a video on all the different types of saws and what they are for please. I’m in Australia and our hardware store in my town is pretty useless for info; that’s if you can find a staff member. Keep up the awesome videos 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
After a few (luckily minor) utility-knife injuries, I got in the habit of always being aware of the blade path and keeping my free hand well clear of it. Knock wood, haven't cut myself in over 10 years now.
I've become a big fan of gloves in the shop. I was careful to try them on in the big box store, and got a couple of pairs that fit exactly. They really make a difference when handling lumber - splinters are almost eliminated, and you get a much better grip on the piece.
I buy hardwood for projects from a specialty supplier in our area. They won't let you in the warehouse area without gloves - they'll even give you a cheap pair if you forget yours. I bought an extra pair of my favourites and keep them in the glove box in my vehicle.
You are so right with each of these injuries. Very important info. we can all use/review.
I literally have made every single one of these mistakes over the years and luckily, I escaped serious injuries. Great reminders👍 Thanks.
I really like this presentation, thank you!
I had a lumber sliding accident a few years ago. I moved my hand across a piece of a picnic table I was taking apart and a sliver went through my little finger. Ugh. I'm also guilty of stepladder kickout but fortunately it hasn't caught me yet! Another great video!
Appreciate the advice of all these situations. I became a lot more aware of small tools when foolishly holding a small piece of wood upright with my hand and splitting it with a hatchet. Luckily only a portion of my index finger fell victim that day. Also I was stung years ago by the proverbial utility knife slashing - the most painful cut to the bone experience ever. You have to move on, but I liked all the situations you pointed out I hadn't thought of thanks for this
When you work long enough in the trades, you either experience all of these or at least see all of these happen around you. Great list!!!
Thank you, MS! Very true-the painful highlight reel 😅
@@TheHonestCarpenter As a fellow carpenter I find myself with the drill bit into the off-hand injury when driving hundreds of screws one after another. But what doesn't kill us makes us stronger right? Haha :)
@@MSeroga live and you learn.
There can not be enough safety videos. Thank you.
Good reminders and lessons. Thank you. It a good idea to keep pets and children out of the room too.
Great rundown. I try to make a habit to watch these safety videos when I get active diy-ing. I learned a lot and probably saved a few fingers and other parts already.
Great video on safety and it's easy to understand. Learning from minor injuries is the key. Nowadays I try to ask myself how to make my working habits safer.
The ladder scenario makes a lot of sense! I love you!
I agree that the utility knife is the number 1 cause of trips to the hospital. Ive been woodworking for over 50 years and in my shop one morning I was tapering a piece of wood with my utility but pulling it toward me instead of away as I have always done 99% of the time. My other hand was holding the piece of wood and when the knife slipped it cut the inside of my holding hand and sent right through a tendon. Besides being extremely embarrassed it left me with a future surgery and quite a few PT sessions to get my hand back to normal and there was no guarantee of that. Fortunately I had a great doc and my hand is almost 100% today. I didnt pick up a utility knife again for several years. This is a great video especially for the old timers who get over confident with what they are doing. Thanks
Nice video 👍 don’t forget about eye injuries though, super common and can be tragic
Thanks man for everything! All your content make me few I have an older brother showing me good stuff for life. I recently bought my first house here in Canada and your knowledge has been crucial for my DIY projects. I always lived in small apartments and as first time living (and owning) a house, you're there for us. Thanks!
I am guilty of every one of these mistakes… mostly when I’m hurrying … thank you for this video!
Very important tips! Especially for the youger DIYers! Good job!
Thank you, tubozza!
Well I’m guilty of that ladder usage when trimming my bushes. Thanks for pointing it out and making me think.
That hot drill bit is a popular killer..😅
These all make so much sense and the solution does require common sense and thinking about where the tool can go. My dad used to preach about many of these and I've experienced injuries using simple scrapers. I can also directly relate to the utility knife issue.
Thanks for the tip (no pun intended) on ladder placement. I’m on them all the time. When you’re 5 ft tall you need one to reach almost everything; indoors and out. I’m sure I’m guilty of incorrect placement. I’ll remember this!
Excellent video. I think that I’m aware of all of these hazards and some, like you, from painful experience. The value here is a sharp kick up the bum which is needed when we become complacent. So easy to slip into dangerous practices when we don’t think it through.
Thank you so much for all you do. Here's a list of the top nine for anyone to review later on (his story about the calf injury from the utility knife made me cringe).
9. Lumber Sliding
8. Hot Blades
7.Drill Bit Punching
6. Hammer Follow Through
5. Drill Wrist Twisting
4. Scraping Carelessly
3. Stepladder Kickout
2. Sawing Too Close to Your Hand
1. Utility Knife Slashing
Great video. My brother-in-law had a ladder injury that was very serious and required multiple surgeries doing what you described. It not only crippled him, but really caused a lot of economics hardships. He was doing exactly what you described.
Another thing I see a lot is all the dumb stuff people do while using scaffolding. A video on that would be appreciated.
Thanks again, Ethan. I am guilty of the sideways ladder. No more!
GREAT video!!! I used to be a frequent flyer to the local ER...Then, I got a wee bit smarter..."old too soon, smart TOO LATE!" My Guardian Angel has disowned me
thank you. I need to watch this a few more times to make sure I keep every point in my mind while working on projects.
It’s funny, I learned all of these tips the hard way. While working in the field, I have literally experienced every one of these mishaps. Never fell off a ladder though 😂 Great advice 👍🏽
You can never enough videos on this topic. Great presentation. Thank you. My personal experience to stupidity was when I was attaching a piece of blocking to attach a drywall repair patch in the ceiling. I was standing about 8 inches above ground in a step ladder and was pulling down on the blocking so that I can attach it to the ceiling drywall. Big mistake! A little extra pull needed to drive in the screw and that just tore the drywall. It just threw me on the ground and my rib cage hit the showe curb. I was tiling and just missed landing on sharp tools like trowels etc that were on the ground. Few valuable lessons: clean work area, it is pilot holes stupid, having a feel for the mechanism of applying force standing on a ladder even if just few inches off ground, strength/state of material being worked on.
Great tips. Thanks!
Amazing info, thank you!
Yes ..... to all the above! I have inflicted all those injuries on myself, Ethan. Shame your videos weren't around when I started out. However, I thank God I still have all my didgets, and I thank you for another great video 👏🏻
Speed bores are the worst for twisting your wrist. And gloves are a must imho for just about everything you’ve mentioned.
I used leather work gloves all the time. The leather saved me so many times. They cost so little compared to a ER visit.
Productivity is increased if you pay attention to safety, because there is no down time.
Great Info Ethan, thank you
Thank you for the excellent info.
Thank you great advice
Valuable information ! Love the content brother ! New woodworker here and your videos really help !
Great advice. Thanks and all the best.
Very well done, Thank You.
Great list - helps keep us alert to everyday injuries.
They were all great tips. Thanks for sharing
Thank you, Bob!
Good tips! I have experienced every one of those. My dad had put his blade in a little pouch with an open bottom on his nail bag ,didn’t retract the blade and somehow cut his wrist cutting a artery . He lost a lot of blood. He said it was his worst accident in 45 years of construction.
Thank you, Rod! It’s hard narrowing down to 9, but these were the top of my list 😅
Excellent advice, Ethan. Thank you for helping us learn from your experience.
Thanks for the info!
Good tips, thanks 👍👍
Brutal but super informative! Thanks!
Absolutely brilliant advice mate
Excellent video. As a new DIYer sad to say I fell for #4 and #1. Can't say it'll never happen again but thank you for the tips on the ones I never would of thought of until it was too late
Great info, and terrific presentation. Thanks.
Great advice. Best channel on CZcams!
Thank you, Beverly! ☺️
Really helpful thanks
Thank you for these. Keep posting more safety stuff. It helps a lot since I got a job in carpentry and not much safety training
Great list and coverage of issues.