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Kids and beginners can learn how to safely use some shop tools.
For example, a table saw has enormous potential. A table saw is just another machine unless we understand that we can make some modifications and it becomes much more.There is a lot that can be safely taught to young engineers about power tools and especially a table saw for instance. Maybe then someone will improve or revolutionize another machine, or another piece of equipment which nobody ever imagined. Kids can’t come up with ideas unless they become familiar with tools and machines. Then new ideas happen.
They gradually learn to use the various types of wood or lumber.
There has been a rise in books and information for beginners and students recently. With the huge interest in fiction, like Harry Potter reading, and even another book recently called "The Dangerous Book for Boys“ about enjoying the outdoors.
We can further productivity by knowing a few things, and demonstrating them to kids early. What most don’t know is that we can turn some basic machines into a "Swiss army knife" of creativity and production. Then when students realize that they can create more, build jigs, enhance and modify things, they become engineers. Who knows how many new ideas are then brought to the market?
So, with adult supervision, kids can discover that they can become productive. Instead of having a Kool-Aid stand, they can make things from wood. Not only from wood, but they can match things with plastic or metal and become young engineers. Then they can sell a few things at a craft fair for example. Or, they can even ask Dad to sell a few things on Ebay to test their markets and further their talents with
Just remember, a machine can be dangerous for an unsupervised child. But, just like teaching them hunting, skateboarding or showing them fireworks, or driving a lawn mover or tractor, they need to have an extra measure of safety advice to prevent accidents. The real problem is that many schools have ceased the educational trades because of funding and safety issues, so a few resourceful Mom’s, Dad’s or even Uncles now need to demonstrate how to do some things.
There is a good website called the Power Tool Institute to check out for safety information at the powertoolinstitute.com and you can print out a list of safety rules.
This summer or next, why not show some tools and tricks to a young engineer in the shop, especially if you have a sawmill Explaining to them about using jigs is a great starting point.
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Guide created: 07/08/07 (updated 04/04/08)
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