The voluntary standard for table saws
is UL 987 Stationary and Fixed Electric Tools. In November 2007, a
seventh edition of UL 987 was published with requirements for a new
modular blade guard that is designed to be adjustable for more
cuts, to provide clear visibility of the cutting edge, and to be
easily installed and removed without the use of tools. The majority
of table saws sold in the United States since 2009 meet the UL 987
seventh edition requirements of the modular blade guard. In August
2011, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published an
ANPR for table saws. Currently, it is unknown if and how consumers
are using the modular blade guard. Since the usage patterns are
directly linked to safety of the user, data is needed to understand
the usage of the modular blade guard to determine how effective the
design will be in preventing future injuries.
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