Saw Safety and Operation Quiz

If a dust collection system is available, what should you do before cutting?

• Ignore it unless cutting hardwood

• Make sure it is turned on

• Use a shop vacuum instead

• Only use it for long cuts

When using the saw for extended periods without a dust collection system, what should you wear?

• Safety glasses only

• Ear protection

• Dust mask or respirator

• Welding shield

Before starting the machine, what should you clear away from the work area?

• Just sawdust

• Tools, wood scraps, grease, and debris

• Only large wood remnants

• Extra clamps

What should you check before using the saw blade?

• That it is sharp

• That it is clean

• That it has no missing teeth or cracks

• That it is perfectly shiny

In damp situations, what must be used with the saw?

• Extension cord

• Waterproof gloves

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

• Wooden platform

What must be true before operating the saw?

• It is set on the floor

• It is secured to a table or stand

• It is balanced on a piece of lumber

• It is supported by clamps only

What should you always do with the workpiece to prevent kickback?

• Support the material properly

• Keep it loose

• Lift it slightly off the table

• Hold it only with one hand

What should you check regarding the power cord?

• That it is clean

• That it isn’t tangled

• That it isn’t damaged and is out of the way

• That it is taped to the table

The compound sliding miter saw is designed only for:

• Ripping material

• Crosscutting material

• Cutting curves

• Cutting metal

Before making service adjustments or repairs, what should you do?

• Unplug/disconnect the electrical supply

• Turn the saw upside down

• Lock the saw blade down

• Tighten the blade