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A guide, not a substitute for your induction. These are general good-practice notes. Always follow your induction and the Floor Management Team's directions for this machine.
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The wood lathe at the Bright United Men's Shed
The wood lathe at the Bright United Men's Shed
The wood lathe at the Bright United Men's Shed
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Wood Turning · Our Workshop

Wood lathe

Medium risk Induction required

Discover the art of woodturning! Using a wood lathe and simple hand tools, ordinary pieces of timber are transformed into beautiful and useful creations, from bowls, wooden spoons, rolling pins and vases. Other projects can include candle-holders, furniture legs, and even toys like yo-yo's. Woodturning is a rewarding blend of creativity, craftsmanship, and hands-on enjoyment.

  • Two-member rule
    Don't work alone on this one
  • Before you start
    Complete a wood lathe induction
Get inducted Back to the workshop

Using it safely

General good practice for a wood lathe. Your induction covers the specifics for the machine at our shed.

  • ✓Wear eye protectionSafety glasses or a face shield at all times. Turning throws chips and dust.
  • ✓No loose clothing or jewelleryRoll up sleeves, remove rings, watches and anything that can catch.
  • ✓Tie back long hairKeep hair (and lanyards) well clear of the spinning workpiece.
  • ✓Secure the workpieceMount it firmly and give it a hand-spin to check it's solid before powering on.
  • ✓Check guards & tool restSet the tool rest close to the work and lock it. Confirm all guards are in place.
  • ✓Use the correct speedStart slow, especially with larger or unbalanced blanks. Speed up only when steady.
  • ✓Never work aloneThis is medium-risk gear, so at least one other inducted member must be in the workshop with you.
  • ✓Unsure? Ask the Floor Management TeamAlways better to ask. They're happy to help and there's no silly question.

Before you start

An induction is required

Before using the wood lathe for the first time, you'll do a short, friendly hands-on induction with an experienced member. We'll walk you through setup, safe operation and how to stop safely, at your own pace.

Organise one with our Floor Management Team on any open day, or call the shed on 03 5750 1120. Already inducted? Remember the two-member rule still applies.