Miter Saw Safety Quiz

Keep protective guards in place at all times.

• True

• False

Remove scraps and other foreign items from the machine before operating the saw.

• True

• False

Make sure the piece to be cut is firmly against the table and fence before cutting.

• True

• False

Allow the blade to reach full speed before cutting.

• True

• False

Do not force the tool into the work.

• True

• False

Never hold the piece to be cut in a manner that causes your arms to cross. The majority of all cuts are made on the miter saw with the material held with the left hand on the left side of the saw while the right hand operates the machine.

• True

• False

Do not leave the area of the machine until the blade has come to a full and complete stop.

• True

• False

Always maintain a 6” margin of safety between all body parts and the blade.

• True

• False

Remove chips, scraps and cutoffs only after the blade is at a complete stop.

• True

• False

After placing the stock securely on the saw table and aligning the cut, pull the trigger. After the blade comes to full speed, lower the blade into the work at a moderate speed. When the cut is complete release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop before returning it to the upright position.

• True

• False