Home > Health & Safety > Publications > Archive > Riving Knives

Riving Knives - Safe Use of

A riving knife must be used when any ripping work is carried out. It prevents the cut closing on the back of the blade, causing the work to be thrown back at the wood worker. This bulletin explains the requirements of the Woodworking Regulations.

Table of Contents

Requirements for Riving Knives
Caution with Open-Slot Riving Knives