WorksheetsBandsaw Safety
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 24mins
In order for you to back out of a long cut what has to happen?
Shut off Machine
Just wiggle it
Make sure blade is stopped
Hit the stock until it comes loose
When cutting on the band saw
Make sure your work is clamped to the table
Stand on the right of the band saw while cutting
Always use a rip fence or a miter gauge
Keep your fingers and thumbs to the side or behind the blade
The blade moves through adjustable ______ above and below the table.
Runners
Guides
Channels
Portal
What prevents the band saw blade from being pushed off the wheels?
Tension
Guides
Safety Rails
Thrust wheels
When working on either band saw, which of the following is NOT a requirement
tie back any loose clothing or hair
only use when another method of cutting is not available
do not wear gloves when setting up and running the saw
use the proper speed and feed rates for the material being cut
When cutting a tight curve, you should:
A. first cut relief cuts
B. Push the work piece slowly without twisting or bending the blade
C. Do Not force the work into the blade
D. All of the above
For control and safety, how far should your hands and fingers be away from the blade?
As close as you need: the band saw is a very safe machine
As far as practical, with a minimum of 3"
Within the spotlight area as long as you can see your fingers
None of the above
Quick! The band saw blade broke!!! What should the operator do?
Shut off the saw
Scream loudly
Wait for the Machine to stop and get the instructor
Run away
Small cuts used to allow small pieces of extra wood to fall away during a long cut are called...
Cross Cuts
Long Cuts
Short Cuts
Relief Cuts
The primary use of the band saw is to make ______, ______ cuts.
Internal (inside)
External (out side )
Straight
Irregular
Set the blade guard & guide when
Tight against the stock to help hold it down
The blade is stopped, 1/4" above the stock
1/2" above the stock
The machine is off & the blade is still coasting
