Doug Miller wrote:

I've become quite rigid on the subject of safety glasses, dust masks,
hearing protectors and so on. Young people heal so quickly, they
have no idea....

Not safety glasses (or goggles) -- face shield. There are other
things on your
face, besides your eyes, that are worth protecting.

I have one of those too which I use when doing something that produces
chunks of flying wood or metal as opposed to shavings and sawdust. I also
forget to mention safety boots, a thick shop apron and sturdy gloves when
appropriate. I'm actually thinking of getting a hardhat (something I
haven't worn for years and years), I'm going to look like a safety poster in
an industrial arts class....