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WorksheetsSafety Practices in Workshop
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
What is the safest way to use a saw?
Hold the material with your hand close to the blade
Keep your hands clear of the blade and secure the material with a clamp
Saw as quickly as possible to finish faster
Use the saw without securing the material
When using a scalpel, what is the most important safety rule to follow?
Cut towards your body for better control
Always cut away from your body and use a cutting mat
Hold the scalpel with two hands for stability
Use the scalpel only on a hard surface, like a desk
What is the first thing you should do after using a soldering iron?
Touch the tip to see if it's still hot
Unplug it and place it on its stand to cool down
Put it back in your toolbox right away
Leave it on the desk until the next person uses it
Why is it important to wear safety goggles when soldering?
To look professional in the workshop
To protect your eyes from molten solder or flying debris
To help you see the circuit more clearly
Because the teacher requires it, even if it’s not dangerous
What is a common risk when using a soldering iron?
Electric shock
Getting glue stuck on your hands
Burns from touching the hot tip or molten solder
Cutting yourself on sharp components
Which of the following is NOT a good safety practice when working with electrical circuits?
Use insulated tools when handling electrical components
Keep liquids away from your workspace
Touch the wires to check if they’re warm
Make sure all components are switched off before adjusting circuits
When using a saw, what should you avoid doing to ensure safety?
Sawing with short, controlled strokes
Keeping the material secured with a clamp
Talking to others while sawing
Wearing safety goggles to protect your eyes from sawdust
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you wear in a D&T workshop?
Sunglasses and a hat
Safety goggles and an apron
Sandals and shorts
None of the above
Why is it important to keep the work area clean and clear?
To have more space to store tools
To prevent slips, trips, and falls
To impress the teacher
To avoid having to clean up at the end of the lesson
What should you do if you're unsure how to use a tool in the workshop?
Try to figure it out on your own
Ask a teacher for help
Watch someone else and copy them
Search for a tutorial on your iPad
Why should you avoid distracting others in the workshop?
To avoid getting in trouble
It’s rude to interrupt
Distractions can lead to accidents when using tools
You might miss out on a conversation
Why is it important to wear safety goggles in the workshop?
To look cool
To protect your eyes from dust, debris, or flying particles
To improve your vision
To match the workshop uniform
What should you do if your iPad is distracting you in the workshop?
Continue using it, as long as it’s fun
Put it away to stay focused on the task
Lend it to a friend
Use it to distract others
When is it okay to use tools for purposes they weren’t designed for?
If you’re in a hurry
Never
If the teacher isn’t watching
If a friend tells you it’s okay
What is the first thing you should do if you notice something broken or unsafe in the workshop?
Try to fix it yourself
Report it to the teacher immediately
Ignore it and keep working
Ask a friend for help
Why is it important not to distract others while they are using tools?
They might not hear you
They could lose focus and injure themselves
They could damage the tool
It's rude to talk during work
Which of the following is true when using craft knives?
Use them as quickly as possible
Always cut away from your body
You don’t need safety precautions because they are small
Test the sharpness by touching the blade
