Worksheetsbandsaw safety quiz
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 10mins
Removing sweatshirts and jewelry as well as tying back long hair should always be done prior to operating the bandsaw.
True
False
Setting the safety guard of the bandsaw can be done while the machine is on.
True
False
While cutting with the bandsaw you should never twist, bend or deflect the blade.
True
False
The wood should be flat on the table while making cuts with the bandsaw.
True
False
Control devices such as push sticks, miter gauges or fences can be used to increase safety of the bandsaw.
True
False
It is safe to use your hands to clean sawdust and scrap wood off the bandsaw while the blade is moving
True
False
Wood should be pushed through the machine at a slow and steady rate.
True
False
The safety guard should be set/checked every time you use the machine.
True
False
Before using the Band Saw, you should:
Ask for instructor's permission
Remove all jewelry, eliminate loose clothing, and confine long hair.
Wear safety glasses
All of the Above
Before cutting, you should check the material for foreign ____________.
Languages
Objects
Countries
Invaders
Set the blade guard ________ of an inch above the piece to cut.
1/16th
1/4th
5/8th
1/2
Check to see that all safety _________ are in place and in working orders (choose the best answer)
guards
vests
shoes
gloves
You can mark cut lines clearly while you are using the band saw.
True
False
What is the minimum distance to keep your fingers away from the band saw while it is moving?
1 inch
2 inches
6 inches
1/2 inch
When you are finished using the Band Saw, you should
A. Turn off the Bandsaw
B. Wait for the Bandsaw to come to a complete stop
C. Clean up all scraps and dust from the Band Saw before you leave it
A, B, & C in that order only
A, B, & C in any order
When holding material to be cut by the Band Saw, you should
A. Hold the material away from the blade before turning it on
B. Hold the material firmly on the table
C. Both A & B
D. None of the Above
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
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
