Wood Lathe Safety Quiz [Colin Dolan C2]

Wearing a scarf while using a wood lathe is safe.

• True

• False

Open toed shoes are acceptable when operating a lathe.

• True

• False

Appropriate spindle turning speeds for standard projects would include _______

• 700 to 1900RPM

• 500 to 1000RPM

• 800 to 1800RPM

• 600 to 2000RPM

The lathe's danger zone would be _____

• Behind the lathe.

• Directly behind the piece.

• Directly in front of the piece.

• All of the above.

Common sense is necessary for working on a lathe.

• True

• False

Placement of the tool does not matter.

• True

• False

Watches are acceptable to wear while operating a lathe, since they don't get in the way.

• True

• False

Full face masks are mandatory when operating a lathe.

• True

• False

The tool rest should be checked for proper positioning before operating the lathe.

• True

• False

Your lungs will be perfectly safe when operating a lathe without a mask.

• True

• False