The Centre Lathe - Health and Safety Quiz

What must an operator do before using the centre lathe?

• Sign a waiver

• Wear a lab coat

• Undergo safety instruction

• Read the manual

What should be done with the guard during lathe operation?

• Ignore it

• Adjust it frequently

• Place it in position at all times

• Remove it for better visibility

What must not be left in the chuck when the lathe is switched on?

• A measuring tape

• The chuck key

• A piece of metal

• A screwdriver

What should be the position of the metal being machined?

• Be completely inside the chuck

• Extrude only a small distance from the chuck

• Extrude a large distance from the chuck

• Be placed on top of the chuck

What safety equipment must the operator wear when using the lathe?

• A helmet

• Safety goggles

• Gloves

• Earplugs

What feature should lathes be fitted with for safety?

• Emergency stop, foot or knee switches

• Remote control

• Automatic shut-off

• Voice control

What should be applied to the material being turned on the lathe?

• Oil

• Water

• Grease

• Appropriate coolants

What can happen if the lathe operates at incorrect speeds and feeds?

• The machine will stop

• The lathe will overheat

• Accidents are likely to occur

• The metal will melt