Portable Power Saws






Using portable power saws requires strict attention to safety procedures and proper PPE to prevent serious injuries from kickback, blade failure, or harmful dust exposure. This 1-page safety meeting topic has two discussion questions and can be used to host a safety meeting to review essential practices for safe handheld saw operation, including blade maintenance, guard requirements, proper body positioning, and silica dust precautions.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet



Portable Power Saws, Construction, Industry, Fast

Blank Sign-in Sheet

Resources & References

Standards or Regulations
Weeklysafety.com exclusive 1-page safety meeting topic, with two discussion questions, that reviews safe operation of portable power saws, emphasizing correct PPE, sharp blades, guarding systems, and proper handling techniques to reduce risk of injury and exposure to hazardous dust.