Osteopaths help Men's Shed buy new safety saw

Our foremost concern at the Shed is safety, hardly surprising given that the aim of the Men’s Shed movement is to improve men’s health. Our safety management is based on all equipment complying with regulations, formalised training for members on each machine and a regular auditing program.

Above all that is the most important component, our buddy system, which requires each of us to look out for our fellow Shedmen to make sure we all follow safe practices including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Thanks to the support of InForm Osteopathy we have now reduced our risk even further with the purchase of an industry-best-practice table saw, branded SawStop. If human skin touches the blade, this saw completely stops within five milliseconds and the blade drops below the table surface. So if the operator does get a bit too close, it should result in a minor cut rather than a lost finger. It is a hi-tech piece of kit and Gunther and Mick are still working out the finer points, ready to train members to use it safely. By the time you read this it should be creating sawdust.

Men’s Program Evening in Mt Macedon

Thursday 14 September, 6.30pm - 9pm

Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group (MRSPAG) and Jesuit Social Services are offering an opportunity for Macedon Ranges men who have been bereaved by suicide to connect with each other.

Two of the group members and peer supporters, Marcus and Gerry, are hosting a relaxed barbecue dinner at the Mount Macedon Golf Club, followed by a guest speaker, Dr Rob Gordon OAM, clinical psychologist specialising in trauma and recovery.

This is an opportunity for men to connect with other men who have been bereaved by suicide in a relaxed and welcoming environment. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by Friday 8 September via email to peersupport@mrspag.com.au.

News from Macedon Seniors

After eight years our cook Jane has retired from the club. Thank you, Jane, for the many delicious meals you have prepared for us over the years.

Macedon Seniors now meet at Forty Street (formerly Macedon Lounge) in Victoria Street, Macedon, at 12 noon on Tuesdays. A twocourse meal is $15 for a non-member. To book, call Maxine on 0484 863 350.

In July, Macedon Seniors held a special three-course Christmas in July meal.

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