The user must ensure that every swing or radial saw that is moved towards the material -
- to be guarded so that only the cutting portion of the saw blade is exposed;
- to be arranged in such a manner that the saw will automatically move away from the cutting position when it is released; and
- to be fitted with a device that will oppose the thrust or tendency of the saw to pick up the timber or to throw the timber back at the operator when such saw is used for ripping timber.