Is it safe to wear gloves on the Drill Press?

Wearing gloves while operating a drill press is considered unsafe. This is primarily because gloves can pose a significant risk of entanglement in the moving parts of the machine. If a glove were to get caught in the drill bit or any other rotating component, it could lead to serious injury, such as pulling the operator's hand into the machine.

There are many circumstances in which hand protection is important; however, in this instance, the risk of entrapment outweighs any potential benefits of added protection gloves might provide. Operators should instead focus on maintaining safe working practices, using proper hand placement and safety measures while ensuring that their hands stay clear of moving parts.