Drill Press Safety

When holding long stock, which side of the drill press should it be held?

• Left

• Right

• Above

• Below

When using the drill press, how should stock be secured?

• Secured in a safe manner

• Held at an angle with your hand

• Not held at all

What should you do before using the drill press?

• Confine long hair

• Remove loose clothing

• Remove anything on wrists/arms

What is the table depth stop used for?

• To avoid drilling into the table

• To align the table top

Which statement is true for the safe operation of the drill press?

• Change the speed without asking for permission

• Removing/securing anything that could become caught and wrapped around the chuck/bit

• Adjust the table depth stop to avoid drilling into the table

What is the rule when choosing the correct speed to drill different materials?

• The harder the materials the slower the speed

• The softer the materials the slower the speed

What should occur before you use the drill press?

• Pass this safety test with 100% accuracy

• Follow all safety rules

What should you do when operating a drill press?

• Make sure the chuck key stays in the machine

• Never use drill bits and sanding drums that are damaged

Which statement is true for the safe operation of the drill press?

• Remove stock while the machine is still running

• Adjust table depth stop to avoid drilling into the table

What is the correct shut down process/procedure?

• Turn off the machine allowing it to come to a complete stop, remove the bit/cutting tool, and remove the debris from the table with a brush.

• Turn off the machine allowing it to come to a complete stop, and leave the chuck key in the chuck.

• None of the options