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A rotary cutter has an extremely sharp blade and it is easy to accidentally cut yourself or others so you must treat this equipment with great respect at all times and follow these safety tips.

 Place the mat on a firm surface such as a kitchen counter or sturdy table and stand up to cut. Wear something on your feet when you cut, in case you drop the cutter.

 Always cut away from yourself and keep your fingers well away from the edge of the ruler as you cut.

 Always replace the safety guard on the cutter after every cut. Some cutters have an auto-retract mechanism.

 Use a sharp blade that is free from nicks. Using a dull blade requires more pressure when you cut and risks the blade slipping. When a blade starts skipping threads it is time to replace it.

 Keep cutting equipment well away from children and pets, and never let children use them.

 Dispose of old blades carefully, either in the plastic container they came in or taped within thick card.