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Lathes - Safety Hints for Users of

A number of accidents causing injury to tradespeople and apprentices
have occurred because of the removal of swarf by hand. The purpose
of this pamphlet is to bring to the notice of all users of lathes the
principles relating to the use of chip breakers.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
CHIP CONTROL
Front or tap rake
Side rake
CHIP BREAKERS