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General safety practice

Total questions: 41

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

If you are injured while working you should

a)

keep working

b)

report it to your teacher

c)

tell your parents when you get home

d)

report it to the principal

2.

All students must wear eye protection in the shop area because

a)

it's the state law

b)

the teacher requires each student to wear eye protection

c)

the school board requires eye protection in shop areas

d)

all of the above

3.

The first thing one should do when operating a new tool is

a)

plug in the cord

b)

disassemble it

c)

read the instruction manual

d)

determine if it will pass the "drop test"

4.

If a tool is equipped with a three prong plug and only a two prong receptacle is available one should

a)

cut the ground pin off

b)

install a U-adapter and attach the ear to a known ground

c)

bend the ground plug out of the way

d)

install a U-adapter and remove the grounding ear

5.

Guards on equipment should be

a)

removed if they interfere with your work

b)

kept in place

c)

kept in working order

d)

keep in place AND in working order

6.

Cluttered areas and benches invite

a)

accidents

b)

an accident-free environment

c)

no problems whatsoever

d)

a "homey" atmosphere

7.

To avoid electric shock AND fires, do not expose electric tools to

a)

damp locations

b)

wet locations

c)

flammable liquids and gases

d)

all of the above

8.

Visitors in the shop should be

a)

kept at a safe distance and not allowed contact with tools

b)

encouraged to participate actively

c)

told to "get out of the shop!"

d)

allowed to operate sharp tools

9.

When not in use, tools

a)

may be left on the bench

b)

should be stored in their proper place

c)

pushed out of the way on the bench

d)

should be left for the instructor to pick up

10.

A tool will do the job better and safer if it

a)

is not forced

b)

is forced

c)

is not sharp

d)

is used on a job for which it isn't designed

11.

Proper apparel is recommended for operating tools

a)

only when the instructor is observing you

b)

at all times

c)

only for apprentices

d)

only when you "feel" is necessary

12.

Safety glasses are required

a)

at all times in the shop area

b)

only when everyone is wearing safety glasses

c)

only when the instructor is observing you

d)

only when you believe the operation would be harmful to your eyes

13.

The cord on a power tool should never

a)

be used to carry the tool

b)

be yanked to remove the plug from the receptacle

c)

all answers are correct

d)

exposed to heat, oil, and sharp edges

14.

When operating power tools the "work"

a)

may be held between your knees to free both hands

b)

may be held by your hands

c)

should be secured with vise or clamp

d)

may be held by another student

15.

Disconnect the cord on a power tool when

a)

the tool is not in use

b)

changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc...

c)

servicing the power tool

d)

all of the above

16.

To prevent electric shock one should

a)

use tools with damaged service cords

b)

lean against water pipes

c)

prevent body contact with grounded surfaces

d)

stand in the water

17.

"Chuck" keys and adjusting wrenches

a)

may be left in the tool while it is operating

b)

must be removed before turning on the tool

c)

pose no problem

d)

remove themselves automatically

18.

To avoid accidental starting of power tools

a)

carry the tool with your finger on the switch

b)

remove bits and blades while the tool is "plugged in"

c)

don't carry the tool with your finger on the switch

d)

turn the switch on before "plugging in a tool"

19.

When you are tired

a)

never operate a power tool

b)

operate the tool before you fall asleep

c)

operate the tool until you begin yawning

d)

operate the tool no more than one minute

20.

Maintenance of tools includes

a)

keeping tools sharp, clean, and lubricated

b)

inspection of switches, cords

c)

checking for moving parts for alignment and breakage

d)

all of the above

21.

A double-insulated tool may be "live" if the blade comes in contact with "live" electrical wiring.  To decrease the possibility of electric shock you should always

a)

ground yourself

b)

check the work area for "live" wires AND hold the tool by its insulated surfaces when "blind" sawing

c)

hold the tool by its insulated surfaces when "blind" sawing

d)

hold the tool by its insulated surfaces when "blind" sawing

22.

Select the most important safety rule from the answers below

a)

wear proper apparel

b)

wear safety glasses

c)

keep hands away from all moving parts and blades

d)

are all equally important

23.

Students should report all accidents or injuries to the

a)

classroom teacher

b)

other students

c)

principal

d)

nurse

24.

When lifting heavy objects you should

a)

bend over and lift the object

b)

lift by pushing upward with the legs, straighten back to an upright position

c)

lift using your back and shoulders

d)

none of the answers are correct

25.

Help other students finish their project/or task

a)

when a student is carrying a heavy object

b)

when a student is lifting a heavy object

c)

when the teacher instructs you to help

d)

all of the answers are correct

26.

If you are not sure how to use a piece of equipment

a)

ask the teacher for proper instruction

b)

have another student to show you how to use the equipment

c)

don't work on your project

d)

all of the answers are correct

27.

If some of the special jobs in the shop area require special clothing

a)

don't use these areas

b)

use this area regularly

c)

obtain special clothing, keep them clean, neat and buttoned or tied at all times

d)

none of the answers are correct

28.

If a piece of equipment is not working properly you should

a)

use it until it stops

b)

turn it off and leave it off

c)

report the problem to the teacher

d)

leave the room

29.

If a machine needs some minor adjustment you should

a)

only make adjustments after the machine has stopped

b)

adjust it while machine is in motion

c)

stop the machine and have the teacher make the adjustment

d)

all of the answers are correct

30.

If a tool is broken or damaged you should

a)

show it to your teacher

b)

throw it away

c)

try to repair it yourself

d)

place it in the tool storage area

31.

Use portable power tools only

a)

when instructed to do so by your teacher

b)

when you cannot use regular equipment

c)

only if it is equipped with a grounded cord and has a grounded power supply

d)

all of the answers are correct

32.

Your work area must be

a)

cleaned up after your project is completed

b)

neat and clean at all times

c)

cleaned up at the end of the day

d)

none of the answers are correct

33.

You may have the same type of equipment at home as at school. However, before you use school equipment

a)

you must have your teacher's permission

b)

recall how you used the equipment at home

c)

another student may show you the correct method using the equipment

d)

all of the answers are correct

34.

To prevent injury when pushing an object

a)

get help from other students

b)

push with your arms and shoulders

c)

stand away from the object to be moved

d)

keep your back straight, crouch and push using your legs

35.

Wearing long sleeves, neckties, jewelry and loose fitting clothing while operating power machines

a)

is acceptable

b)

must be avoided

c)

requires permission from the teacher

d)

none of the answers are correct

36.

When carrying a heavy or awkward object, such as materials / stock

a)

keep your back as straight as possible

b)

grasp the load firmly and close to the object

c)

get help if the load is too heavy

d)

always make sure you have a safe footing

37.

When using sharp-edged tools you should

a)

cut away from your body

b)

cut toward your body

c)

wear cut resistant gloves

d)

cut in any direction

38.

When cutting, chiseling, or gouging wood stock you should

a)

hold it tight in your hand

b)

have another student hold it

c)

put it in a vise

d)

lay it on a table

39.

If you need to operate a hand power tool you should

a)

experiment until you figure out how it works

b)

pass the safety test and obtain permission

c)

ask another student how it works

d)

have another student do your work

40.

When working in the shop you should

a)

wear safety glasses at all times

b)

wear safety glasses if they don't obstruct your vision

c)

wear safety glasses only when drilling

d)

wear safety glasses only when sanding

41.

If the material being worked on is small you should

a)

hold it in your hand

b)

have another student hold it

c)

lay it on a table

d)

put it in a vise