Band saw safety flashcard

Front

The band saw blade always cuts:

Back

Down

Front

The upper blade guard should be: 1 inch above the wood, 1/8 inch below the wood, 1/8 to 1/4 inch above the wood, 1 1/4 inch above the wood

Back

1/8 to 1/4 inch above the wood

Front

If a band saw breaks or slips off, you should.

Back

Turn off machine, and immediately inform you instructor.

Front

When backing out of a long cut, you should:

Back

Turn off machine and slowly back out

Front

Students should always do this when using the band saw:

Back

Wait for the machine to stop before leaving

Front

The band saw is used for: Angled cuts, Crosscutting, Ripping, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

If you hear a clicking noise, leave the machine on and continue working to complete your cut.

Back

False

Front

The minimal distance your fingers should be from the blade is:

Back

2 inches

Front

The stock must be held flat on the table.

Back

True

Front

What should you never do while the saw is on?

Back

Talk to a friend