bandsaw safety quiz

Removing sweatshirts and jewelry as well as tying back long hair should always be done prior to operating the bandsaw.

• True

• False

Setting the safety guard of the bandsaw can be done while the machine is on.

• True

• False

While cutting with the bandsaw you should never twist, bend or deflect the blade.

• True

• False

The wood should be flat on the table while making cuts with the bandsaw.

• True

• False

Control devices such as push sticks, miter gauges or fences can be used to increase safety of the bandsaw.

• True

• False

It is safe to use your hands to clean sawdust and scrap wood off the bandsaw while the blade is moving

• True

• False

Wood should be pushed through the machine at a slow and steady rate.

• True

• False

The safety guard should be set/checked every time you use the machine.

• True

• False

Before using the Band Saw, you should:

• Ask for instructor's permission

• Remove all jewelry, eliminate loose clothing, and confine long hair.

• Wear safety glasses

• All of the Above

Before cutting, you should check the material for foreign ____________.

• Languages

• Objects

• Countries

• Invaders