Drill Press Safety Quiz

1. Keep _____________________ secured

2. Always check the speed. Use a _______________ speed for large holes and _______________ speed for smaller holes.

3. Be sure to keep hair and clothing away from all ________________ parts.

4. Always have a block of wood __________________ stock so bit does not touch table.

5. Keep your fingers at least _______________ inches away from the rotating tool.

6. Remove chips and sawdust with a brush, never your _______________.

7. Feed the drill or bit smoothly into the work piece. Withdraw it often to clear it of _______________.

8. Be sure stock is _______________ down securely before drilling.

9. Do not panic if bit gets stuck in the wood and starts to freely spin. What are the 3 steps should you take in order if this happens?

Answer explanation

1. 1 step back

2. 2 turn off machine

3. 3 when stopped: remove bit from material