Bandsaw Safety Quiz

Before using the band saw the blade should be checked to make sure it is __________ and that it is the right type of blade for the work.

• Clicking

• Tracking

• Running

• Sharp

Check to be sure the blade is installed properly with the teeth pointing __________.

• Up

• Down

• Left

• Right

Get permission from the instructor before making any __________ or adjustments on the saw.

• Changes

• Cuts

• Suggestions

• Marks

The wheel guards must be __________ and locked before the saw is turned on.

• Running

• Open

• Closed

• Sharp

The blade guide should be adjusted so that it is about __________ above the material you are going to cut.

• 1/2 inch

• 1/4 inch

• 1 inch

• 3/4 inch

When you switch on the saw, make sure the blade is lined up and __________ properly

• Clicking

• Running

• Tracking

• Skipping

If the saw makes a __________ noise while it is running, turn it off immediately.

• Clicking

• Silent

• Smooth

• Beautiful

Never stand on the __________ side of the table, and don't let anyone else stand on that side while the saw is running.

• Left

• Right

• Behind

• Front

If the blade breaks, get out of the way __________.

• Slowly

• Immediately

• Quietly

• Shamefully

Never make adjustments on the saw while it is __________.

• Running

• Off

• Cutting

• Laughing