These are the safety measures that you must take for DIY grinding. Protective gear: Make sure you have eye protection, gloves, and ear protection on you at all times during grinding. Thorough understanding: Ensure that you are well-versed on the process of grinding and how to run the machines safely. Through an instructional video or a consultation with a pro, this can be done. Assessing the situation: If you desire to do grind on tiny and simple stumps then, you have to do DIY grinding. If you have anything to deal with which is larger or more complex, it is better to hire a professional.