This is an example of a mandate that is not needed. Anyone who properly uses the existing guards on table saws will not have a problem with remaining safe.
Flesh sensing technology is available as a supplemental options for those who wish to use it, but it is very expensive and would significantly impact the entire universe of saw users if it were mandatory. Also, I read the letter that claimed many manufacturers had or would have this technology, but I've only seen one.
Let's leave this as a marketplace decision. The existing safety guards work as they should and will protect those who do not bypass them.
Comment from Mike Miller
This is comment on Proposed Rule
Table Saw Blade Contact Injuries
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