Re: Autsj
Sounds like you 'dodged the bullet' there... Lucky... and get fixed up quick.
I'm basically a coward and hate pain. When I'm using anything that can hurt me I look at all the ways it could get me and work around them. Like with the circular saw, I have the guard in place and make absolutely sure the power cord is running behind me. I never have it running without both hands holding it, all the same with the 4" angle grinder. I have a barrel type lawnmower and when I am unloading the catcher to empty it, the clutch is disengaged and the engine is idling. The mere thought of a hand/finger in those spinning bits scare the willies out of me! I use the mower and the weed trimmer wearing my steel-cap offshore work boots and when I'm welding, it's full overalls, work boots and full face shield. I have a special drawer in my shed marked "PPE". Personal Protective Equipment. I have it, I use it. My wife also like the fact that I am looking after the 'supporting system' for her favourite friend.
Cheers all and don't just stay safe, think safe,
Chris.............