How do I prevent metal shavings from getting in my eyes when drilling overhead?
1st YearHand Tools & SafetyYELLOW · Check First
Wear tight-fitting, foam-lined safety glasses or a full-face shield. * The Cup Trick: Punch the drill bit through the bottom of a disposable plastic or paper cup before inserting it into the chuck. The cup acts as an overhead catch basin for the hot metal spirals falling down.
