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WorksheetsDrill Press Safety
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 29mins
Why do we rotate the drill bit in the chuck?
So you can see if the drill bit is straight in the chuck or bent.
So you can tighten it in the chuck
So you can see if the drill bit has been tightened properly
You ALWAYS have to secure your stock to the table or in a jig when drilling it.
True
False
When you are feeding the drill bit in the stock:
Sometimes drill bits screech. Just ease up pressure and let the bit heat up.
Keep constant and consistent pressure, ensuring chips are a uniform size.
Sometimes drill bits get caught. Just force it through using more pressure.
After drilling the drill bit:
will be dull and need to be sharpened
should be left in the chuck for the next person
will be hot
Before drilling through your stock you need to:
Set the Depth Stop to stop before it cuts through the stock.
Check to see if the bit will go through the stock and what it might drill in to.
Loosen the Table Clamp and adjust the work table so it is 1 foot below the chuck.
Our drill press requires that the bit is locked in the chuck by using a:
Chuck Key
Head Key
Chuck Key Square
Awl Chuck
It is recommended that a bit be inserted at least __________ inch(es) into the chuck before locking the bit in place.
1 inch
1/2 inch
1 1/2 inches
it doesnt matter as long as the bit doesn't wobble when the machine is turned on
Safety requires that larger holes should be drilled with the speed of your drill set at:
low speed
high speed
medium speed
What is the name of the type of drill bit?
twist bit
spade bit
auger bit
forstner bit
What is the name of this type of bit?
forstner bit
twist bit
auger bit
spade bit
What type of drill bit is this?
spade bit
twist bit
forstner bit
auger bit
A drill press operator should:
Be spoken to softly
Tapped on the shoulder before talking to
Left alone until finished
Talk to people as they walk by
Injuries often result when clothing, hair, and jewelry are caught on the revolving chuck. A person should:
Wear jewelry on the hand they use least
Wear a jacket
Remove such anthying that could get caught; secure long hair, and tuck in baggy or loose clothing
None of the above
What should you always do before using the drill press according to the safety rules?
Turn off the machine
Obtain permission from the teacher
Wear gloves
Start the drill press
What is the rule regarding the position of the work piece relative to the drill bit?
Keep the short side on the left
Keep the long side on the right
Keep the long side on the left
Position does not matter
The primary purpose of a drill press is for
Crosscutting
Drilling and boring holes.
Ripping
Sanding
Name these two parts of a drill press?
Drill chuck and key
Drill and shank
Drill and ambor
Both B & C
What should be done to a work piece before drilling
Cut
Marked and center punched
Sanded
Assembled
Before using any piece of equipment or tool in the Wood Shop, you must:
Pass the applicable safety test(s) with a 100%
Ask your Instructor
Have demonstrated proper use of that equipment in front of your instructor.
All of These.
Keep long hair away from the drill press spindle by keeping it tied back or covered.
True
False
