Safety Practices in Using Files and Rasps

What must be worn at all times when using files or rasps?

• Gloves

• Safety glasses

• Earplugs

• Helmet

What is required in ITD practical workshops?

• Casual clothing

• Sandals

• Appropriate protective footwear

• Sunglasses

What should you never use unless it is fitted with a protective handle?

• A saw

• A file

• A hammer

• A screwdriver

How should you apply pressure when filing?

• On the backward strokes only

• On the forward strokes only

• On both forward and backward strokes

• No pressure at all

What should you do with hand files after use?

• Leave them on the workbench

• Throw them away

• Brush them clean and return them to storage

• Wash them with water

Where should files be kept when in storage?

• In a wet environment

• In a dry environment

• In a cold environment

• In a hot environment

What will oil or grease cause a file to do?

• Cut more efficiently

• Slide and not cut cleanly

• Rust quickly

• Become sharper

What should be done regularly to hand files?

• Paint them

• Sharpen them

• Maintain their condition

• Soak them in water

What should be replaced if they are missing or damaged?

• File handles

• File teeth

• File covers

• File labels

What is a potential hazard from using files?

• Burns

• Lacerations from sharp cutting edges

• Electric shock

• Chemical exposure