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Drill Press Safety

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 29mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why do we rotate the drill bit in the chuck?

a)

So you can see if the drill bit is straight in the chuck or bent.

b)

So you can tighten it in the chuck

c)

So you can see if the drill bit has been tightened properly

2.

You ALWAYS have to secure your stock to the table or in a jig when drilling it.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

When you are feeding the drill bit in the stock:

a)

Sometimes drill bits screech. Just ease up pressure and let the bit heat up.

b)

Keep constant and consistent pressure, ensuring chips are a uniform size.

c)

Sometimes drill bits get caught. Just force it through using more pressure.

4.

After drilling the drill bit:

a)

will be dull and need to be sharpened

b)

should be left in the chuck for the next person

c)

will be hot

5.

Before drilling through your stock you need to:

a)

Set the Depth Stop to stop before it cuts through the stock.

b)

Check to see if the bit will go through the stock and what it might drill in to.

c)

Loosen the Table Clamp and adjust the work table so it is 1 foot below the chuck.

6.

Our drill press requires that the bit is locked in the chuck by using a:

a)

Chuck Key

b)

Head Key

c)

Chuck Key Square

d)

Awl Chuck

7.

It is recommended that a bit be inserted at least __________ inch(es) into the chuck before locking the bit in place.

a)

1 inch

b)

1/2 inch

c)

1 1/2 inches

d)

it doesnt matter as long as the bit doesn't wobble when the machine is turned on

8.

Safety requires that larger holes should be drilled with the speed of your drill set at:

a)

low speed

b)

high speed

c)

medium speed

9.

What is the name of the type of drill bit?

a)

twist bit

b)

spade bit

c)

auger bit

d)

forstner bit

10.

What is the name of this type of bit?

a)

forstner bit

b)

twist bit

c)

auger bit

d)

spade bit

11.

What type of drill bit is this?

a)

spade bit

b)

twist bit

c)

forstner bit

d)

auger bit

12.

A drill press operator should:

a)

Be spoken to softly

b)

Tapped on the shoulder before talking to

c)

Left alone until finished

d)

Talk to people as they walk by

13.

Injuries often result when clothing, hair, and jewelry are caught on the revolving chuck. A person should:

a)

Wear jewelry on the hand they use least

b)

Wear a jacket

c)

Remove such anthying that could get caught; secure long hair, and tuck in baggy or loose clothing

d)

None of the above

14.

What should you always do before using the drill press according to the safety rules?

a)

Turn off the machine

b)

Obtain permission from the teacher

c)

Wear gloves

d)

Start the drill press

15.

What is the rule regarding the position of the work piece relative to the drill bit?

a)

Keep the short side on the left

b)

Keep the long side on the right

c)

Keep the long side on the left

d)

Position does not matter

16.

The primary purpose of a drill press is for

a)

Crosscutting

b)

Drilling and boring holes.

c)

Ripping

d)

Sanding

17.

Name these two parts of a drill press?

a)

Drill chuck and key

b)

Drill and shank

c)

Drill and ambor

d)

Both B & C

18.

What should be done to a work piece before drilling

a)

Cut

b)

Marked and center punched

c)

Sanded

d)

Assembled

19.

Before using any piece of equipment or tool in the Wood Shop, you must:

a)

Pass the applicable safety test(s) with a 100%

b)

Ask your Instructor

c)

Have demonstrated proper use of that equipment in front of your instructor.

d)

All of These.

20.

Keep long hair away from the drill press spindle by keeping it tied back or covered.

a)

True

b)

False