From Women in Woodworking

It could be argued that those who aren't afraid of their table saws probably shouldn't be using them. Nevertheless, it's tough to admit that the things are intimidating in front of a bunch of woodworkers. This woodworker had the courage to admit to fear of the new table saw out in the shop and wrote, "I want to get comfortable, but I can't seem to relax. No other power tool gives me feelings that get in the way of using the tool." This tool, however, did, even though this hobbyist had purchased the full compliment of safety devices. The post ended with a question about building a large crosscut sled.

Most everyone on the forum understood. One wrote, "I think most of us can identify with your situation." There was some consensus around the notion that the crosscut sled, as described, might be too much. Board buddies and featherboards were probably enough and the woodworker already had those.

Forum members reiterated that a certain amount of fear of table saws is a good and healthy thing, as long as it doesn't get the better of you. But in this case, with the safety devices in place and a well-maintained saw, there wasn't much cause for undue anxiety.