NVQ 1 Portable Power Tools Safety and Usage

Why are on-site portable power tools 110 volts rather than 240 volts?

• Because it's safer

• Because it's quicker

• Because it's easier to use

• Because it's cheaper

The purpose of a PAT test is to ensure the power tool is:

• correct for the task

• working

• complete

• safe with no faults

Which of the following regulations apply to portable power tools?

• CDM

• COSHH

• PUWER

• RIDDOR

When using portable power tools, which is the safest power source on site?

• Compressed air

• 240 volt mains electric

• 110 volt mains electric

• Batteries

What is the minimum age for anyone to use a power tool?

• 18

• 17

• 16

• Any age as long as you have been trained to a recognised standard

When referring to tooling, what does HSS stand for?

• Hot steel speeding

• High surface speed

• High speed surface

• High speed steel

What is the most common hazard to health when moulding MDF using a router?

• Heat exhaustion

• Dust

• Stress

• Broken bones

What is the best portable power tool to use when cutting curves in plywood?

• A biscuit jointer

• A jigsaw

• A router

• A circular saw

A biscuit jointer is used to:

• form widening joints

• cut holes

• cut panels

• form lengthening joints

When using a power drill, the safest way to have the lead is:

• coiled on the floor

• wrapped up on a reel

• over your shoulder

• loose across the work area