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WorksheetsSafety in Sewing Machine
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 1hrs 20mins
When handing scissors to another person you should
Pass them closed with the blades facing down
Do it quickly so they are not dropped
Pass them with the blades pointing toward the other person
All of the above
Pins and needles should be
Stored in your shirt sleeve until you have time to put them away
Left loose so they are easier to pick up
Placed in a pin cushion when not in use
Don’t worry about them the custodian will pick them up
Pins should not be put in your mouth or skin because:
They are dirty
You could swallow them
They probably were on the floor at one time
All of the above
The iron should always be placed on it’s _________ between uses.
Side
Plate
Heel/End
None of the above
Fabric shears should be used for:
Paper only
Fabric only
Paper and fabric
Anything you need them for
After you have used the iron you must
Keep the cord out of the walking path
Leave it on it’s heel
Unplug the iron
All of the above
There is no talking or visiting allowed while you are sewing so everyone will stay focused and safe
True
False
You will have enough time at the end of each class period to clean up so you will be able to leave the classroom tidy
True
False
When you set your scissors down, make sure that you
put them on the sewing machine so you don't lose them.
leave them open so they will be easier to pick up again.
close them so the sharp edges can't cut someone.
set them on your chair so you know where they are.
It is OK to chat with your friend while ironing, running the sewing machine and using a rotary cutter.
true
false
Listening and following teacher instructions and rules is important because:
Your teacher always knows best.
You need to show respect and tell other students to be quiet.
Otherwise you will not get a good mark.
Teachers like to be listened to.
Not listening to the teacher is against school rules.
It can help you have success with your project.
It can help you and your class mates stay safe.
When using a rotary cutter make sure that you always:
leave the safety shield open until you are done cutting all your fabric.
close the safety shield when you set the cutter down, even if you are not done cutting.
always cut toward yourself.
always use a dull blade to cut fabric. Dull blades are safer.
When not using, keep all sewing tools in __________
alphabetical order
a pile on the table
your sewing container
the back of the classroom
Always keep straight pins in the _________
original package
pin cushion
plastic wrap
none of the above
Use sewing tools only for their intended _________
date
time
place
purpose
When you set scissors or shears down, they should be _______
handles
closed
purpose
clear
Students should walk with scissors or other sharp objects pointing:
Toward the floor
Toward the ceiling
Students should never walk with shears
Outward
Pass sharp objects
with the handle first
with the pointed end first
just toss them and hope for the best
don't pass shears
When not in use, the iron should be
resting on its heel
sole plate down
laying on its side
When sewing on the machine you should sew
as fast as you can
with your eyes closed
while you talk to your friend
at a slow speed
When using a rotary cutter, your hand holding the ruler
should be as close to the edge as possible. Also, you must wear a safety glove on the hand holding the ruler.
should be away from the cutting edge. Also, the palm of your hand is flat on the ruler and you must wear a safety glove on the hand holding the ruler.
on one corner of the ruler only.
Students should check the temperature of the iron by touching the metal sole plate.
true
false
When using a rotary cutter, in what direction should you always cut
towards yourself
sideways
away from yourself
whichever direction feels most comfortable
In class, students are expected to demonstrate respect for:
themselves
others (peers and teacher)
the classroom tools and space
All of these
What will happen if you do not help to clean up the classroom before leaving for the next class.
Nothing. There are no expectations to help clean up the classroom.
You will sit out next class as everyone is expected to help clean up.
I don't know.
When you set your scissors down, make sure that you
put them on the sewing machine so you don't lose them.
leave them open so they will be easier to pick up again.
close them so the sharp edges can't cut someone.
set them on your chair so you know where they are.
To prevent injury when the sewing machine is operating you should:
lean close to the needle to watch the stitching line
be ready to pull the plug if the machine does not stop
use a fast speed
keep tools, fingers and clothing and hair away from the needle
It is OK to chat with your friend while ironing, running the sewing machine and using a rotary cutter.
true
false
When changing your machine needle or cleaning your machine, what should you do?
Turn off the sewing machine.
Turn on the sewing machine
Make your friend do it.
Give up because it is too hard.
Running and throwing objects is acceptable behaviour in the fashion classroom.
True
False
Report all injuries and accidents to the teacher immediately.
True
False
Listening and following teacher instructions and rules is important because:
Your teacher always knows best.
You need to show respect and tell other students to be quiet.
Otherwise you will not get a good mark.
Teachers like to be listened to.
Not listening to the teacher is against school rules.
It can help you have success with your project.
It can help you and your class mates stay safe.
When using a rotary cutter make sure that you always:
leave the safety shield open until you are done cutting all your fabric.
close the safety shield when you set the cutter down, even if you are not done cutting.
always cut toward yourself.
always use a dull blade to cut fabric. Dull blades are safer.
You have to push/pull fabric to make it move through the machine as you sew.
True
False
Where is the best place to hold pins while sewing?
Mouth
Sleeve
Pincushion/Magnetic Bowl
Table
Hand scissors to someone else:
Handle first
Blade first
Sideways
Leave out on the table
When operating a sewing machine, one way to prevent injuries is to:
Push fabric through machine
Keep hands on either side of the needle
Sew over the pins
Keep hands in front of the needle
When threading the machine or changing the needle, feet should:
Be placed on the floor
Rest on the foot pedal
Crossed on the floor
The presser foot must be raised when:
Adjusting thread tension
Sewing curves
Removing fabric from the machine
Beginning to sew
A rule to remember when learning to operate a sewing machine is to:
Use a slow, controlled speed
Watch the spool of thread
Hold onto the side of the machine
What is the first step if a sewing machine needle breaks?
Unplug machine
Remove the needle
Turn off the power
Yell for a teacher
When the iron is not in use it should be:
Placed flat on the sole plate
On its heel
Set on its side
Lay on the resting pad
To avoid sewing through your fingers
Let the feed dog move the fabric (the machine), you just guide the fabric
Place your hands on either side of the presser foot
Pay attention to what you are doing
All of the above
Fabric shears should be used for:
Paper only
Fabric only
Paper and fabric
Anything you need them for
When you are threading the machine the machine must be turned off
True
False
You should remove pins before you sew over them
True
False
What should you avoid doing while sewing?
Watching closely
Stopping when necessary
Use earphones for music
Ask your peers for help
How will we ensure the classroom is cleaned up and appliances are turned off at the end of class?
One person does it every day
The teacher will do it
Classroom jobs will be assigned
We will do it ourselves
Only operate a sewing machine when...
You are alone
You are with friends
A teacher is present
You are early for class
Before beginning to sew and after the needle is threaded, pull the ______________ behind the presser foot and to the side of the machine.
top thread
bottom thread
both the top and bottom threads
The hand wheel always turns away from you when you are sewing, even when stitching in reverse.
True
False
Keep fingers several inches away from the toes of the ____________; keep them flat on the machine to the left of the ____________.
presser foot; presser foot
presser foot; spool pin
needle; hand wheel
Don't ____________ the fabric; the machine will feed it through automatically.
push and pull
cut
tear
The presser foot must always be in the downward position for sewing.
true
false
Use the ____________ to cut thread tails or trim them with scissors as you work.
thread cutter
teeth in your mouth
magic
The thread take-up lever should always be at the ____________ position when beginning and ending a line of sewing.
up
down
Take pins and needles out as you sew; it is not okay to leave them in the fabric
True
False
Maintain a slow, even speed with the ____________.
foot pedal
hand wheel
presser foot
Watch the fabric and needle as you sew, not the seam guide, to produce even lines.
True
False
When stopping in a line of sewing or turning corners, put the needle in the down position to prevent thread from ____________.
looping
cutting
Keep the bulk of the fabric to the left of the needle when sewing, so you can see the ____________ on the needle plate.
seam guidelines
designs
stitches
This lever feeds thread from the spool pin to the needle.
spool pin
take up lever
presser foot
This button allows backward stitching to seal the beginning and ending of a line of sewing.
reverse stitch
button hole
running stitch
This holds the bobbin and it is found beneath the throat plate.
bobbin case
presser foot
bobbin winder
This is the set of metal "teeth" that move the fabric during stitching.
feed dogs
denture plate
spool pin
This presses the fabric firmly in place against the feed dogs for sewing.
presser foot
fabric thingy
take-up lever
This peg on the top right of machine holds the bobbin while thread is wound from the spool pin to the bobbin. Used to put thread on the bobbin.
bobbin winder
hand wheel
throat plate
