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Mechanical Hazards Worksheet - Missed Questions

Total questions: 34

Worksheet time: 17mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A ________ feature is a switch that will adjust the nail gun from a single shot to multiple shots when holding down the trigger and engaging the contact safety.

a)

bump feed

b)

depth adjustment

c)

sequential trigger

d)

safety lock

2.

Fill in the blank: ______ arm saws are fixed and designed to begin the cut at the back of the material.

a)

Radial

b)

Band

c)

Scroll

d)

Panel

3.

Fill in the blank: Never let go of the material between the blade and the ______ when using a table saw.

a)

fence

b)

table

c)

handle

d)

switch

4.

You should maintain firm ______ when feeding materials into the table saw.

a)

footing

b)

grip

c)

speed

d)

distance

5.

Fill in the blank: When using features such as ______ miters, always be aware of the path of the blade.

a)

compound

b)

simple

c)

parallel

d)

angled

6.

Usually ______ of an inch of the material is removed per pass.

a)

1/2

b)

1/4

c)

1/16

d)

1/8

7.

A tool under ______ could indicate improper use or a dull blade or bit.

a)

distress

b)

pressure

c)

maintenance

d)

inspection

8.

When Cutting with a Miter saw, hold the material tightly to both the ______ and the fence.

a)

footing

b)

safety net

c)

push rod

d)

table

9.

The band saw has a ______ blade which passes around two drive wheels and travels in a downward direction.

a)

single

b)

double

c)

curved

d)

serrated

10.

Which of the following should you use when necessary for smaller pieces on a band saw?

a)

Push block

b)

Hammer

c)

Screwdriver

d)

Clamp

11.

Scroll saws have a single blade which ______ up and down at various speeds.

a)

oscillates

b)

rotates

c)

slides

d)

vibrates

12.

Impact drivers and pneumatic _______ are often used in different shop settings. (Fill in the blank)

a)

sanders

b)

wrenches

c)

saws

d)

clamps

13.

Fill in the blank: Band and ______ saws are often used in shops for cutting smaller pieces of material and cutting curves.

a)

scroll

b)

table

c)

circular

d)

jig

14.

Not feeding the material into the cutting edge may cause the material to be pulled from your hand or the tool to ______.

a)

lurch

b)

stop

c)

break

d)

spin

15.

Never operate a ______ with the guard removed. Unless the work being done prevents such use, but extra care should be taken and approval from your instructor. Fill in the blank.

a)

table saw

b)

drill press

c)

lathe

d)

belt sander

16.

Fill in the blank: Use a push ______ as necessary for small materials when using a table saw.

a)

stick

b)

rod

c)

bar

d)

block

17.

Fill in the blank: ______ saws are invaluable to carpenters building cabinets or installing trim materials.

a)

Miter

b)

Chain

c)

Hacksaw

d)

Coping

18.

Fill in the blank: Always start a ______ compound miter saw cut at the foremost point traveling backward through the cut toward the fence.

a)

sliding

b)

fixed

c)

rotary

d)

angled

19.

True or False: Always allow hands to travel directly in the path of the blade.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

When examining drill presses or work areas, ensure there is ample ability to ______the material

a)

move

b)

throw

c)

brace

d)

clamp

21.

Blades or router bits should be sharp and set to the appropriate ______.

a)

color

b)

depth

c)

width

d)

height

22.

Planners also have feed ______ which move the materials through the equipment.

a)

rollers

b)

belts

c)

gears

d)

chains

23.

Know what is being ________ and what is beyond the material.

a)

fastened

b)

measured

c)

painted

d)

counted

24.

Only use sockets or _______ rated for the tools being used.

a)

attachments

b)

wires

c)

adapters

d)

plugs

25.

Which saw has been the cause of many career ending injuries for many workers?

a)

jig saw

b)

Band saw

c)

Miter saw

d)

Table Saw

26.

Keep fingers at least ______ inch away from the blade when using a scroll saw.

a)

one

b)

half

c)

two

d)

three

27.

When using a jointer, use a ______ anytime your hand may possibly enter below the fence.

a)

push block

b)

hammer

c)

screwdriver

d)

clamp

28.

Routers and shapers are designed to use smaller ______, usually with one to three cutting edges.

a)

bits

b)

screws

c)

wires

d)

belts

29.

What does PPE stand for in health and safety?

a)

Personal Protective Equipment

b)

Professional Protective Equipment

c)

Personal Prevention Equipment

d)

Professional Prevention Equipment

30.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a mechanical hazard?

a)

Pinch point tools

b)

Tool and machine guarding

c)

Proper use of tools

d)

Improper use of tools

31.

Table Saw (Part 2): Make sure the area is clear of debris, people and no one is in the ______ zone. Fill in the blank.

a)

kickback

b)

safety

c)

quiet

d)

loading

32.

Fill in the blank: Band saws may cut wider ______ as well as milling materials in a similar manner to a sawmill.

a)

arcs

b)

holes

c)

bolts

d)

sheets

33.

Drills utilize ______ which can cause accidents if the material is not properly secured.

a)

torque

b)

friction

c)

voltage

d)

pressure

34.

___________chucks should only be tightened by hand and you should never operate the drill to tighten the chuck

a)

Battery Operated

b)

keyed

c)

keyless

d)

sharp