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NCCER 6E Module 00104 Exam - Intro to Power Tools

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When using power tools, NEVER engage the

a)

locking spring

b)

booster

c)

bit shank

d)

trigger lock

2.

Before connecting any power tool to a power source, it is critical to

a)

make sure the tool has been cleaned and oiled

b)

ask your supervisor for permission

c)

confirm the power switch is set to OFF

d)

confirm the condition of all the tool's attachments

3.

Before replacing parts such as bits, blades, or discs on any tool, it is important to

a)

disconnect the power source

b)

recharge the tool's battery

c)

polish it with fine steel wool

d)

check the tool's oil level

4.

The part of a drill that holds the drill bit in place is called the

a)

auger

b)

ram

c)

shank

d)

chuck

5.

A pneumatic drill is commonly used

a)

when electricity is unavailable

b)

to drill in tight, small areas

c)

in areas where noise is a problem

d)

to perform precision work

6.

Before using a hammer drill or rotary hammer to drill into concrete, it is important to

a)

install a flying debris guard on the drill chuck

b)

review silica exposure standards

c)

confirm the location of coworkers

d)

spray down the concrete surface with water

7.

When using an appropriate bit, variable speed drills can be used like a(n) _____.

a)

hammer drill

b)

impact driver

c)

screwdriver

d)

mag drill press

8.

Never use a circular saw that does NOT have an upper blade guard because the

a)

trigger lock will not work properly

b)

safety features will be disabled

c)

exposed blade poses a danger

d)

saw kerf will be too wide

9.

The most important maintenance on a circular saw involves the

a)

upper blade guard

b)

blade's sharpness

c)

battery charge

d)

lower blade guard

10.

When using a circular saw, be sure to cut on the waste side of the cut mark to allow for the blade's

a)

uptake

b)

stroke

c)

angle

d)

kerf

11.

Saws with fine blades that are excellent for delicate and intricate cutting are called

a)

jigsaws

b)

bandsaws

c)

abrasive saws

d)

worm-drive saws

12.

The coarseness of a bandsaw's blade is rated in

a)

revolutions per minute

b)

teeth per inch

c)

length of the blade's teeth

d)

hardness of the blade's teeth

13.

A power miter saw combines a miter box with a

a)

bandsaw

b)

jigsaw

c)

reciprocating saw

d)

circular saw

14.

Crosscutting with a table saw involves cutting the wood

a)

to a specific width

b)

with the grain

c)

to a specific length

d)

before it cures

15.

An angle grinder is used to grind

a)

hard, heavy materials

b)

imperfections in wood

c)

soft, porous materials

d)

nonmetals only

16.

The grinder types BEST suited to sharpening worn edges on cutting tools is the

a)

detail grinder

b)

angle grinder

c)

end grinder

d)

bench grinder

17.

The adjustable tool rest on a bench grinder should be positioned

a)

1/8 inch from the grinding wheel

b)

1/4 inch from the upper wheel guard

c)

1/2 inch from the lower guard.

d)

3/4 inch from the wheel arbor

18.

When using a grinder, two of the most important pieces of PPE are

a)

hard hat and rubber footwear

b)

face mask and ear protection

c)

gloves and safety glasses

d)

ear protection and gloves

19.

A type of grinder accessory that can be used to provide a stable surface for flexible sanding discs or buffing pads to rest against is called a(n)

a)

flap disc

b)

arbor shield

c)

backing pad

d)

tool rest

20.

A compact tool that operates by moving attachments back and forth at very high speeds is the

a)

compound miter

b)

oscillating multi-tool

c)

impact driver

d)

table saw

21.

A low velocity fastening system used to drive steel pins or threaded studs into masonry and steel is a(n).

a)

pneumatic screw nailer

b)

powder-actuated tool

c)

air impact wrench

d)

mini hammer drill

22.

Compared with powder-actuated nailers, electric and pneumatic nailers

a)

are both stronger

b)

require more training

c)

do not require certification

d)

are much slower

23.

Before using a pneumatically powered nailer for the first time, it is important to

a)

disassemble the nailer for inspection

b)

load the nails into the nailer

c)

ensure it is plugged into a GFCI receptacle

d)

read the manufacturer's manual

24.

Most craftworkers who use pneumatic nailers operate their compressors at

a)

30 to 80 psi

b)

60 to 110 psi

c)

70 to 120 psi

d)

90 to 140 psi

25.

A Porta-Power® is an example of a(n)

a)

electric tool

b)

pneumatic tool

c)

hydraulic tool

d)

battery-powered tool