Miter Saw Safety Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a miter saw?

• Cutting metal bars

• Making precise angles

• Mixing paint

• Drilling holes

What should be cleared away from the miter saw table before cutting?

• Tools and wood scraps

• Toys and games

• Food and drinks

• Books and magazines

What should you do before turning on the miter saw?

• Leave the room

• Talk on the phone

• Make a dry run without the work piece

• Close your eyes

What should you do if the work piece becomes jammed or bogged down?

• Ignore it and walk away

• Call for help

• Unplug the miter saw and work the jammed material free

• Continue cutting

What should you do if the work piece is too short to keep your hand a safe distance from the blade?

• Ask someone else to hold it

• Ignore the safety concern

• Hold it with your fingers

• Use a clamp

What should you do when cutting an irregularly shaped work piece?

• Hold it loosely

• Make sure it does not slip, twist, or rock

• Push it towards the blade

• Use it as a projectile

What should you do after the cut when using a miter saw?

• Reach under the coasting blade

• Turn off the saw and walk away

• Leave the saw unattended

• Be ready for the blade breaking action

What type of materials should a miter saw be used to cut?

• Concrete and bricks

• Plastic and rubber

• Wood or wood-like products

• Glass and ceramics

What is the purpose of the guard system on the miter saw?

• To slow down the blade

• To make the saw look better

• To keep your hands away from the spinning blade

• To provide extra storage space

What should you do if the work piece or blade becomes jammed or bogged down?

• Continue cutting

• Call for help

• Ignore it and walk away

• Unplug the miter saw and work the jammed material free