Table Saw Safety, Instructions, and Proctor Checklist

What should you wear at all times when using a table saw?

• Loose clothing

• Safety glasses or goggles

• Sandals

• Jewelry

What is the purpose of using hearing protection when operating a table saw?

• To look stylish

• To guard against long-term hearing loss

• To block out all noise

• To communicate with others

Before using a table saw, you should inspect it for any damaged parts, alignment, proper adjustments, and secure mountings.

• True

• False

What should you use to maintain a safe distance from the blade when making narrow cuts?

• Your hands

• A push stick or push block

• A ruler

• A pencil

After using a table saw, you should turn off the saw and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before leaving the machine.

• True

• False

What should you do to prevent sawdust and debris accumulation in the work area?

• Clean up sawdust and debris from the work area and the machine.

• Leave the sawdust and debris as it is.

• Use a fan to blow the sawdust away.

• Ignore the debris and continue working.

Where should a first aid kit be located in the workshop?

• A first aid kit should be readily accessible in the workshop.

• In a locked cabinet far from the work area.

• In the manager's office.

• In a storage room with other supplies.

How high should the blade be adjusted above the surface of the material to be cut?

• The blade should be adjusted to rise approximately 1/4 inch above the surface of the material to be cut.

• The blade should be adjusted to rise approximately 1 inch above the surface of the material to be cut.

• The blade should be adjusted to rise approximately 1/2 inch above the surface of the material to be cut.

• The blade should be adjusted to rise approximately 3/4 inch above the surface of the material to be cut.

What are the steps to secure the material against the fence when making a cut?

• Align the material with the fence and clamp it securely.

• Place the material randomly and start cutting.

• Hold the material with your hand while cutting.

• Do not secure the material at all.

It is important to avoid free-hand cuts and use a fence or miter gauge because:

• it ensures accuracy and safety.

• it saves time.

• it is more convenient.

• it is a traditional method.