Leveling and Power Tool Safety Quiz

A leveling device that can be used for checking the level around obstructions such as walls is the _____.

• builder's level

• line level

• laser level

• water level

The most commonly used leveling instrument for building layout, construction, and surveying due to ease of use and rapid set-up time is the _____.

• framing square

• auto level

• water level

• builder's level

A handsaw that is used for rough cutting, such as cutting access holes for piping and electrical boxes, is commonly called a _____ saw.

• dovetail

• compass or keyhole

• hacksaw

• coping

• back or rigid

Which of these statements about power tool safety is not true?

• Most power tools do not need to be plugged into a GFCI

• You should use only power tools that meet OSHA standards

• Always wear eye protection when using power tools

• Do not operate a power tool if your hands or feet are wet

A portable circular saw has _____.

• a fixed (non-adjustable) baseplate

• a retractable lower blade guard and fixed upper guard

• a retractable upper blade guard

• retractable lower and upper blade guards

• a detachable handle

Which type of blade is used with a demolition saw?

• A carbide-tipped blade

• An abrasive wheel

• A chisel-tooth combination blade

• A combination rip blade

A circular saw blade designed for cutting plywood should have _____.

• small, widely spaced teeth

• large, scissor-like teeth

• large, widely spaced teeth

• small, scissor-like teeth

The type of saw that is ideal for cutting crown molding is the _____.

• power jig saw

• portable table saw

• circular saw

• sliding compound miter saw

The throat capacity of a drill press is _____.

• the largest drill the chuck can hold

• the distance the drill can be raised and lowered

• the distance from the table to the chuck

• the distance from its rear post to the center of the bit

Which type of router bit is preferred for use with most materials?

• Carbide-tipped steel

• Carborundum

• High-speed steel

• Fiberglass