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WorksheetsSewing Safety
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 26mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
When passing scissors to another person offer them the:
a)
points
b)
middle
c)
handles
d)
none of the above
2.
When you are learning to operate the sewing machine, you should:
a)
keep your eyes on the spool of thread
b)
use a slow speed
c)
use a fast speed
d)
hold on to the side of the machine with your let hand
3.
Avoid accidents with the iron by:
a)
keeping water in the iron when you store it
b)
keeping the iron cord out of people's way
c)
resting the ion on it's side when not in use
d)
ironing on a bed
4.
If an iron or sewing machine is not operating correctly, you should:
a)
tell the teacher as soon as possible
b)
use another iron or sewing machine and forget about it
c)
try to fix it yourself
d)
change out the broken part
5.
When you place your scissors on a surface, you should:
a)
put themm on the sewing machine so you don't lose them
b)
leave them open so they will be easier to pick up again
c)
close them so the sharp edges aren't exposed
d)
lay them with the point facing
6.
To detach the cord from sewing machine, you should:
a)
tug and pull on the cord
b)
disconnect the cord from the sewing machine first, then from the outlet
c)
never disconnect the sewing machine
d)
disconnect the cord from the outlet first, then from the sewing machine.
7.
The best place to hold pins while sewing is:
a)
in your mouth
b)
in a pincushion
c)
pinned to your sleeve
d)
on the table
8.
When working with sewing supplies and tools it is best to:
a)
borrow them from your friends
b)
spread them over the table
c)
keep them in your sewing box
d)
put them in your sewing tray with your fabric at the end of class
9.
To prevent injury when the sewing machine is operating you should:
a)
lean close to the needle to watch the stitching line
b)
be ready to pull the plug if the machine does not stop
c)
use a fast speed
d)
keep your fingers away from the needle
10.
When stitching a pinned seam you should:
a)
remove the pins as you come to them and put them in a pincushion
b)
hold your fingers close to the pins
c)
ignore the pins and stitch at a regular speed
d)
ignore the pins and stitch at a fast speed
11.
It is best to avoid wearing dangling jewelry and loose sleeves when sewing.
a)
True
b)
False
12.
Only one person is allowed at a sewing machine because of distractions, causing unsafe conditions.
a)
true
b)
false
13.
A sewing machine speed controller is expensive and will break if treated in a harsh way.
a)
true
b)
false
14.
Sewing items like seam rippers, needles, scissors, and straight pins can cause injury and should be handled carefully
a)
true
b)
false
15.
If you break a sewing machine needle be sure to hide it and take one from another machine so the teacher won't know.
a)
True
b)
false
16.
Touch an iron to see if it is hot enough to use.
a)
true
b)
false
17.
Store an iron on it's heel.
a)
true
b)
false
18.
Fill a steam iron with water when it is plugged in.
a)
true
b)
false
19.
Sewing equipment like a tracing wheel can leave marks on a wooden surface.
a)
true
b)
false
20.
Clean up around your work area before you leave the classroom and put your materials away.
a)
true
b)
false
21.
If you stick yourself with a straight pin or needle, both should be sanitized.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
If you hurt yourself in the sewing lab let the teacher know immediately so that you may be sent to our nurse.
a)
true
b)
false
23.
There is no need to sanitize shears if you cut yourself with them.
a)
true
b)
false
24.
There is no danger in talking to or distracting your neighbor as he/she sews.
a)
true
b)
false
25.
Sewing can be fun and useful if you take pride, have patience, and are serious about doing your best work.
a)
true
b)
false
26.
Disconnect the iron by pulling the cord from the electric outlet
a)
true
b)
false
27.
Remove your foot from the foot control when you are not sewing.
a)
true
b)
false
28.
Unplug the iron cord to add or empty water.
a)
true
b)
false
29.
Keep tote trays on the floor by your assigned seat.
a)
true
b)
false
30.
Sharp shears are the safest shears to use when cutting fabric.
a)
true
b)
false
31.
Avoid sewing over straight pins.
a)
true
b)
false
32.
Keep sharp objects out of your lap.
a)
true
b)
false
33.
Absolutely no horseplay in the sewing lab, with any sewing equipment
a)
true
b)
false
34.
Keep protective covers on a seam ripper when not in use.
a)
true
b)
false
35.
It is best to keep needles in a needle nest. A pincushion is another option.
a)
true
b)
false
36.
Position your fingers so that they are in the path of the needles.
a)
true
b)
false
37.
Push or pull the fabric through the sewing machine.
a)
true
b)
false
38.
Fill the iron with 1 cup of water
a)
true
b)
false
39.
Make sure the cord is not crimped under the speed controller.
a)
true
b)
false
40.
Locate the sewing machine at an outlet rather than using an extension cord.
a)
true
b)
false
41.
Use good posture when sitting at the sewing machine.
a)
true
b)
false
42.
It is o.k. to take your shoes off while you are sewing.
a)
true
b)
false
43.
Keep voices low and talk only about the sewing task.
a)
true
b)
false
44.
Sitting on the sewing machine cabinet is a safe thing to do?
a)
true
b)
false
45.
Touching the iron to your face or other body part is a safe thing to do.
a)
true
b)
false
46.
Sewing machine drawers and cabinet doors should be kept closed.
a)
true
b)
false
47.
The steam valve/button must be up for adding water to the steam iron
a)
true
b)
false
48.
Leave and iron on when you have finished using it.
a)
true
b)
false
49.
Set the temperature control of the iron to your fabric type.
a)
true
b)
false
50.
Clean up spilled water immediately.
a)
true
b)
false
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