WorksheetsBAND SAW QUIZ
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
How far should your fingers be from the blade at all times?
1 inch
2 inches
At least 4 inches
It doesn’t matter if you're careful
Where should the upper blade guide be positioned?
Touching the material
1 inch above the wood
Less than 1/4 inch from the material
Level with the table
When should you adjust the upper guides?
During cutting
After you cut the first inch
Before turning on the saw
At the end of the day
What can happen if you make a sudden twist during a curved cut?
A smoother curve
Cleaner edges
The blade may bind or break
The motor shuts off
Ensure that the blade is running at full speed before __________.
starting a cut
adjusting blade tension
replacing it with a new one
walking away
From where should you always operate the band saw?
Right side
Back
Front
Left side
Where should you cut in relation to your pencil line?
On the waste side of the line
Directly on the line
In the center of the wood
To the right of the blade
Where should your hands be placed when cutting?
Directly in line with the blade
Beside or behind the blade
In your pockets
On the blade
What tool should you use when cutting small pieces?
A pencil
A ruler
A push stick
Your hands
What should you do if the blade breaks during operation?
Pull the wood away
Turn off the power, step back, and notify the teacher
Try finishing the cut
Restart the machine
Why should you avoid backing out of a cut with the power on?
It dulls the blade
It may cause the blade to come off the wheels
It creates a poor cut
It wastes electricity
What must be used when cutting round (cylindrical) stock?
Just hold it firmly
A V-block and clamp
A push stick
The table guard
When can you remove scrap pieces from the table?
Immediately after cutting
Only after the blade has come to a full stop
When the blade is slowing down
Any time is fine
What should you check about the blade before use?
If it’s rusty
If it’s long enough
Its color
If it's tracking properly and has correct tension
Why should the workpiece be held flat and firmly on the table?
To make it easier to see
To prevent twisting and pulling your fingers into the blade
To make it cut faster
To reduce friction
What personal protective equipment must always be worn when using the band saw?
Safety harness
Mouth guard
Hard hat
Safety glasses
