Belt Sander

The material you are sanding should be:

❍ a. Secured with a clamp, jig, or vise

❍ b. Held with your free hand

❍ c. Held by a partner

❍ d. Not secured at all

• a

• b

• c

• d

Correct dress for using the belt sander includes:

❍ a. Long hair kept tied back

❍ b. No ties, scarves, or jewelry

❍ c. Safety glasses or goggles

❍ d. All of the above

• a

• b

• c

• d

When should you make adjustments to the sander?

❍ a. After the sander is turned on

❍ b. When the sander is plugged in

❍ c. When the belt is moving slowly

❍ d. When the belt is moving at full speed

• a

• b

• c

• d

Before you turn on the sander, you should make sure:

❍ a. Sander is locked in the Off position

❍ b. Proper belt is installed

❍ c. You know where the Off switch is

❍ d. All of the above

• a

• b

• c

• d

When sanding you should:

❍ a. Keep proper footing and balance

❍ b. Stretch or reach as far as possible

❍ c. Sand in one spot

❍ d. Change accessory while sanding

• a

• b

• c

• d

When is it safe to leave the belt sander?

❍ a. While you are turning the sander off

❍ b. When the sander has come to a complete stop

❍ c. When you are finished sanding

❍ d. When you have your instructor’s permission

• a

• b

• c

• d

Which of the following safety rules should you follow when using the belt sander?

❍ a. Keep hands and fingers away from the belt

❍ b. Always be ready to hit the Off switch

❍ c. Keep power cords away from the pulleys

❍ d. All of the above

• a

• b

• c

• d

When working, do the following:

❍ a. Stay focused

❍ b. Avoid distractions

❍ c. Don’t talk

❍ d. All of the above

• a

• b

• c

• d