: BTW, I don't want to sound critical, but now might be a good time to start
: teaching your daughter about proper safety in the shop. Floppy bunny ears
: are cute, but the strap was covering her eyes--and that can be dangerous.
: Why not get her a pair of child-sized overalls and make that her official
: outfit for carpentry?When she is ready to work, she changes into her work
: clothes. From a practical point, it is easier to get sawdust off of denim,
: than out of plush fur, too.
: Hope this helps.
: PGJ

Paul -

First, thanks for the info on the HMW.

Second, you definately didn't come across as critical. This response isn't supposed to either!

The strap that you see is actually the upper-edge/rim of her safety glasses. They were slide down slightly, but I believe she had clear vision (head tilted down and work being below her). It being over here eyes is a more of trick of perspective. These are the glasses:
http://www.envirosafetyproducts.com/product/G4-JUNIOR-Child-Safety-Glass-Clear-Lens.html

I also bought her a second pair:
http://www.envirosafetyproducts.com/product/Reminton-T-10-True-Jr-Child-Safety-Glass-Clear-Lens.html

Our shop rule is that if sanding or cutting are occurring and you're in the garage- you have to wear them. I abide by my own rule.

As for the clothing - that's an excellent suggestion. She had changed clothes mid-way through the day. Earlier in the day she was in pants and close-fitting shirt. She was wearing this outfit while we were working the jig saw together.

I hadn't thought about the saw dust collecting on her clothing. I definately like the idea of denim coveralls.

Please share any other safety tips. I'm all ears.

-Doug