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Sliding Compound Miter Saw (aka Wood Chop Saw)

Reservations


Purpose: Staff Activity

Related Event: GEMS Cohort 23

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By: Lauren Nwagboli

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

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By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation


Purpose: Education

Related Event: Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

Status:

By: Silas Corvo

Open Reservation

Not member reservable

Requirements for Use
Required Badge

Compound Miter

Watch Video
Timestamps
badge Video Timestamps
Safety measures
Card access and operation buttons
Two ways to adjust cutting angle
Dust management of the saw
Using/cutting with the saw
Using clamps
Pass Quiz
In person checkout required

Earn Badge at Upcoming Event

Participation in this event take the place of meeting with a facilitator for a checkout, but you must still watch video and pass quiz in advance to earn badge.

Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

In this hands-on woodshop class, participants will learn how to safely and confidently use several essential stationary woodworking machines while completing the Woodshop badge requirements. Instruction will cover the sliding compound miter saw, jointer, planer, and table saw, with a focus on proper setup, operation, and workflow. By the end of the session, participants will have the skills and certification needed to access these tools independently at MakeHaven.
Badges Earned
Planer, Compound Miter, Jointer
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Facilitator Checkout

Patrick Simpson

Woodworking


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William Banick

Wood Shop


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Michael Hanke

Woodworking


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Glenn Mallette

Wood Shop - Specialties: Furniture, Frames, Pens


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Bob McGonigle

Vinyl Cutter & Large Format Printing, Woodshop


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Mike Lockett

Woodworking


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William Pieragostini

Woodworking


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Jacob Miller

Woodworking


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Adam Work

Lasers & Woodworking


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Jeffrey Cargos

Woodworking & Tufting


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Patrick Simpson

Woodworking


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Estimated Minutes for Checkout
15 Minutes
Special Requirements

Buddy System

Tools identified as requiring the buddy system can not be used alone by a member in the space. Another person who is willing and able to respond in an emergency must be identified, informed and consent that they are acting as a buddy.  This buddy must remain in the space and be able to observe if any issue arises. The designated buddy must be able to see and hear their partner in person (not just video). Metal shop buddy must be in the metal shop with opperator. The buddy must inform the member operating the tool if they intend to leave so that the tool operator can stop use of any tools requiring the buddy system.