Yes, SawStop does prevent kickback. Kickback is the sudden force that can cause a saw to jerk back violently when the blade binds, usually due to hitting a knot or other obstruction in the material being cut. The SawStop system utilizes an electrical current that senses when contact has been made with skin and instantly stops the blade from running within milliseconds, reducing injuries caused by kickback significantly. Furthermore, its patented braking technology will stop and retract the blade before it even begins to bind in order for kickback not to occur at all.