Sliding table saws are widely used in woodworking and furniture manufacturing industries due to their high cutting accuracy and operational efficiency. However, these machines are associated with severe occupational hazards including blade contact injuries, kickback accidents, excessive vibration, and dust exposure. This paper presents a comparative and analytical study of advanced safety systems used in modern sliding table saws. The study focuses on blade guards, riving knives, emergency braking systems, vibration reduction systems, dust extraction mechanisms, and intelligent sensor-based safety technologies such as SawStop. Mathematical modelling, dynamic analysis, and safety-performance evaluation are used to understand the effectiveness of these systems in reducing workplace accidents and improving machine reliability. The study also examines the relationship between machine vibrations and operational safety using vibration-damping theory and machine dynamics. Results indicate that modern active safety systems significantly reduce injury severity, operational instability, and maintenance-related risks. The paper concludes that integrating advanced electronic sensing and dynamic stabilization systems can substantially improve the safety and efficiency of sliding table saw operations.

Keywords: Sliding table saw, Safety system, SawStop, Vibration analysis, Dynamic stability, Woodworking machinery, Occupational safety.