WorksheetsESK FINAL QUIZ
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 33mins
Which Regulation governs the use of a bench mounted Grinder?
Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH)
Provision and use of Work Equipment Regs (PUWER)
Personal Protection Equipment Regs (2002)
Which Regulation from the list below is Section 7 of the HASAW 74?
Ensure in so far as is reasonably practicable the health safety and welfare of employees whilst at work
Employee duty not to interfere with anything provided by the employer in the interests of health and safety
Duty to take reasonable care of themselves and others
What is the maximum permissible gap between the tool rest edge and the grinding wheel?
3mm
2mm
4mm
What does HSS mean if stamped on the side of a drill?
High Speed Steel
Heat source steel
Please write down the Three primary Geometric considerations you would have in mind prior to grinding a drill.
Land, heel, Flute
Clearance, chisel edge, lip length
Lip length, Lip Clearance, Point Angle
Point Angle, helix, land
Which shapes are best formed by the use of a Half Round File?
Used for filing ‘tight’ corners and angles of less than 90 degrees.
Used for filing irregular shaped work or large radii.
Used for filing corners, angles of greater than 90°.
Which shapes are best formed by the use of a Tri/Three square file?
Used for filing ‘tight’ corners and angles of less than 90 degrees.
Used for filing irregular shaped work or large radii.
Used for filing corners, angles of greater than 90°.
When using a Hacksaw, on what metal should you use a high TPI blade?
soft metals (because there is space for the chips).
hard metals (to get more teeth doing the work).
thick metals (because there is space for the chips).
What would be the first option when trying to practically lower the risk presented by the use of Vibrating tools?
Wear PPE in the form of Gloves to keep the hands warm and improve circulation.
Eliminate the source of the vibration, do the job another way.
Monitor all the employees' level of exposure.
Reduce the vibration through Engineering controls.
What, in metres per second squared, is the Exposure Action Value (EAV)?
5
12.5
2.5
What do we mean by the term TRIGGER TIME?
The period of time that passes from when the vibrating tool is switched on
The period of time that passes from when the vibrating tool is switched on and applied to the workpiece
The period of time that passes from when the vibrating tool is switched on to when it is switched off
From the list below, which one regulates the manufacture and supply of safe machinery?
The Personal Protection Equipment Regulations 2002
Supply of Machinery(Safety) Regulations 2008
Supply of Machinery(Safety) Regulations 2005
Indicate which scenario could lead to a temporary threshold shift in your hearing.
Watching a fishing match for 8 hours
Attending a rock concert measured at 105Db for 2 hours
Listening to the radio at 70 Db for 4 hours
What is the general term applied to age-related hearing loss called?
Reception
Attenuation
Presbycusis
Tinnitus
What are the three bones in the middle ear called?
Drum, Cochlea & Pinna
Radius, Ulna & Humerus
Hammer, anvil & Stirrup
How is noise measured?
In decibels using a linear scale
Using an ear trumpet
How do thick framed safety glasses affect the attenuation levels of hearing protectors?
Improves it
Reduces it
Where would you typically see a Buttress thread being used?
Lead screw on a lathe
On a component that requires fine adjustment
In vertical lifting applications
Where would you typically see an Acme thread being used?
Lead screw on a lathe
On a component that requires fine adjustment
In vertical lifting applications
Which statement best describes the pitch of a thread?
The angle between the thread flanks
The diameter of the imaginary co-axial cylinder that just touches the crest of an external thread or the root of an internal thread
The distance measured along an axial plane, between a point on one thread and a corresponding point on the adjacent thread
Which statement best describes the Major diameter of a thread?
The diameter of an imaginary cylinder that just touches the roots of an external thread and (or) the crests of an internal thread
The diameter of the imaginary co-axial cylinder that just touches the crest of an external thread or the root of an internal thread
The distance measured along an axial plane, between a point on one thread and a corresponding point on the adjacent thread
Identify the information which must be displayed on an abrasive wheel used on a Hand held grinder.
The wheels weight
Storage instructions
Test Record
What is the relevance of the date displayed on an Abrasive wheel fitted to a Handheld Grinder?
Displays its expiry date
Displays its date of Manufacture
Why should we perform a ring test on a new wheel?
Checking to see if the wheel is wet
Checking for breaks and fractures or any imperfections on the wheel
Checking to see if the wheel is glazed
How tight do we tighten the locking nut when fitting an Abrasive wheel?
90 Nm
Nip tight
Which of the following is a type of continuous improvement?
Incremental
Customer satisfaction
Products
Services
Name a benefit of applying continuous improvement strategies.
Your online business will grow.
You will see an improvement in quality products.
You will need to complete more training.
Absences will increase.
Which of the following are NOT a stage in the PDCA management improvement method?
Plan
Check
Draw
Act
Which of the following is not a category of work?
Value
Non-Value added
Waste
Recycling
How do we reduce wasteful working within business?
Giving people more breaks
Ordering more products
Staff training
Recycling offcuts
Why are SOP's important?
They offer a standardised approach to tasks.
Everyone gets to go home early.
Less employees are required on shift.
State the purpose of marking out:
To transfer measurements from a drawing onto a workpiece
To paint the workpiece for aesthetic purposes
To measure temperature during machining
To estimate the weight of a workpiece
What is a datum point?
A tool used for drilling holes
The point where the tool is first positioned before machining
A reference point from which all measurements are taken
A location on the surface table
What are the consequences of not using a datum point?
Accurate measurements and well-machined parts
Inconsistent measurements and misaligned features
Improved tool life
Faster completion of the job
A surface table is used in conjunction with measuring/marking out equipment. What is it made of?
Aluminum
Cast iron or granite
Plastic
Copper
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of Safety Hazardous Tools and Health
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Code of Safe Handling of Tools and Health
Chemical Overview for Safe Handling and Health
Why do we wear barrier creams?
To prevent skin irritation from chemicals or oils
To improve grip on tools
To prevent overheating
To protect against burns from welding
What is Parallax error?
An error caused by using worn tools
An error caused by misreading measurements due to viewing from the wrong angle
A mistake in the cutting angle
A type of calculation error in CNC machines
Explain what accumulative error is and how to prevent it:
A buildup of dirt on a tool
A buildup of small measurement errors over time
A buildup of coolant in the machine
None of the above
What is the primary purpose of a ring test on a grinding wheel?
To check the wheel's balance
To ensure the wheel is not cracked or damaged
To verify the wheel's size
Which of the following is a key benefit of using a datum point in machining?
Increases tool wear
Ensures consistent measurements
Speeds up the machining process
What is the main function of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a workshop?
To enhance productivity
To protect workers from hazards
To improve communication
What is the primary purpose of using a jig in machining?
To hold the workpiece securely
To increase the speed of the machine
To reduce tool wear
Which of the following is a common cause of tool chatter during machining?
Excessive tool speed
Insufficient lubrication
Loose workpiece setup
What is the function of a coolant in machining operations?
To increase the cutting speed
To reduce friction and heat
To enhance the surface finish
Which of the following is a common method to reduce noise pollution in a manufacturing environment?
Increasing machine speed
Installing sound barriers
Using larger tools
Reducing lighting
What is the purpose of using a feeler gauge?
To measure the diameter of a hole
To check the gap width between two parts
To determine the hardness of a material
To measure the length of a component
Which of the following materials is commonly used for making cutting tools?
Aluminum
High Carbon Steel
Plastic
Copper
What is the primary function of a center punch in metalworking?
To create a starting point for drilling
To measure the thickness of metal
To smooth out rough edges
What is the main purpose of using a reamer in machining?
To drill holes
To finish holes to a precise size
To cut threads
To smooth surfaces
What is the primary goal of Lean Manufacturing?
To increase the number of employees
To reduce waste and improve efficiency
To maximise inventory
To increase production time
Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 principles of Lean Manufacturing?
Define value
Map the value stream
Increase inventory
Pursue perfection
What does the '6S' in 6S Methodology stand for?
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain, Safety
Sort, Simplify, Shine, Standardise, Sustain, Safety
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain, Simplify
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardise, Simplify, Safety
Which of the following is a key benefit of implementing 6S in a workplace?
Increased clutter
Improved safety and efficiency
Higher inventory levels
Longer production times
What is the main objective of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)?
To increase downtime
To eliminate all accidents
To maximise equipment effectiveness
To reduce employee training
Which of the following is NOT a pillar of Total Productive Maintenance?
Autonomous Maintenance
Planned Maintenance
Inventory Management
Quality Maintenance
What does SMED stand for in Lean Manufacturing?
Single-Minute Exchange of Die
Single-Minute Equipment Design
Single-Minute Efficiency Development
Single-Minute Energy Distribution
What is the primary goal of SMED?
To increase production time
To reduce setup times
To increase inventory
To maximise downtime
Which of the following is a key component of Visual Management?
Hidden information
Complex instructions
Clear and visible indicators
Verbal communication only
What is a Kanban system primarily used for?
Increasing inventory levels
Managing and improving workflow
Reducing employee numbers
Increasing production time
Which of the following is a key feature of a Kanban system?
Unlimited work in progress
Visual signals to control production
Complex and hidden processes
High inventory levels
What does VSM stand for in Lean Manufacturing?
Value Stream Mapping
Visual Stream Management
Value System Management
Visual System Mapping
What does the PDCA cycle stand for?
Plan, Do, Check, Act
Plan, Develop, Check, Act
Plan, Do, Create, Act
Plan, Design, Check, Act
What is the primary purpose of the PDCA cycle?
To increase production time
To facilitate continuous improvement
To increase inventory
To maximise downtime
Which of the following is a key benefit of using KPIs in a manufacturing setting?
Increased confusion
Clear performance measurement
Higher inventory levels
Longer production times
