How do I prevent metal shavings from getting in my eyes when drilling overhead

Plain-English answer

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.

Field checklist

• 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...

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