Circular Saw and safe uses

What does ACoP stand for?

• Approved code of Practice

• Approved code of Personnel

• Authorised Code of Practice

• Authorised Criteria of Practice

What is a major cause of accidents with circular saw benches?

• Poor lighting

• Inadequate or missing guards

• Dust accumulation

• Machine vibrations

What should be used when making any cut less than 300 mm in length?

• Hands

• Gloves

• Push-stick

• Clamp

What is required to control wood dust on saw benches?

• Air purifier

• Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)

• Regular cleaning

• Protective screens

What should be done to a running saw blade with resin deposits?

• Clean it with a brush

• Use a scraper

• Stop the saw and remove the blade

• Spray with water

What is the minimum length for a push-stick?

• 300 mm

• 450 mm

• 600 mm

• 150 mm

What type of knife should be fitted to all circular saw benches?

• Carving knife

• Riving knife

• Utility knife

What should be used to support large workpieces?

• A single operator

• Extension tables or roller supports

• A clamp

• A hammer and nails

What is the minimum distance from the saw blade spindle to the rear edge of the table if there is a second operator?

• 600 mm

• 900 mm

• 1200 mm

• 1500 mm

What should the thickness of a riving knife be in relation to the saw blade?

• Thicker than the width of cut

• The same as the blade body

• Thinner than the width of cut

• Thinner than the blade body