| A sharp knife is much safer than a dull one, | | | | * Stay focused on your task at hand, don't be |
| because it won't slip as easily from the project | | | | distracted by others. |
| you're working on.Also the more practice and use | | | | * Use your dominant hand whenever using a |
| of a knife will give the skills needed for safe | | | | knife. |
| handling. Skills are essential with the use of any | | | | * Don't use a knife to cut electrical wires, use the |
| tools. | | | | correct tool for any job. |
| * Cut away from your body, never towards | | | | * Keep your knives sheathed or folded when |
| yourself. | | | | carrying or not in use. Leather sheaths are not |
| * Should you drop a knife, let it fall, don't try to | | | | the best for storing knives for a long period of |
| catch it. You can cut yourself. | | | | time, as the chemicals used in tanning them are |
| * When handing a knife to someone, always close | | | | corrosive for certain blade types. |
| it first, or sheath it, set it on a table with handle | | | | * If you should happen to cut yourself, get first |
| towards the person, or give it handle first, making | | | | aid immediately. |
| sure the person has a hold on it before letting go | | | | Knives are a great tool when used properly. They |
| of it. | | | | can be used for a multitude of projects, in the |
| * Don't use a knife for prying, it could cause the | | | | kitchen, the garage, outdoors when camping, |
| tip to break. | | | | hunting and fishing. Carry a small pocket knife with |
| * Keep your knives sharp, cleaned and oiled lightly. | | | | whenever you go places, except of course to a |
| They will last far longer and give you better | | | | courthouse, or on an airplane, you can always |
| results. | | | | pack it with your checked luggage for a trip on a |
| * Never run with an open knife in your hand, you | | | | plane. Due to the complex and changing nature of |
| could easily trip and cut yourself. | | | | knife laws, it is your responsibility to investigate |
| * Use a sharpening stone to sharpen your knife. | | | | and comply with international, federal, state and |
| Never use a power grinder, it will ruin the edge. | | | | local laws relating to the purchase, possession, use |
| * Be aware of your surroundings, have a well | | | | and transport of knives. Consult applicable laws if |
| lighted work area. | | | | ever in doubt. |