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Band Saw



True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.
 

1. 

You must have the instructor’s permission before using the band saw.
 

2. 

Safety glasses are not required when using the band saw.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

3. 

It is __________ to have someone else inside the safety zone.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

4. 

It is __________ to talk to someone else while operating the band saw
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

5. 

It is __________ to allow your fingers or hands to be in line with the blade.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

6. 

It is __________ to avoid sharp turns that could bend and/or break the blade.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

7. 

It is __________ to remove loose clothing and jewelry, tie back long hair and roll up long sleeves before using the band saw.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

8. 

It is __________ to rush the cut and force the work piece into the saw, especially if you are in a hurry.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

9. 

It is __________ to ignore a strange noise and continue to use the saw.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

10. 

It is __________ to turn off the power and step back from the machine if the blade breaks.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

11. 

It is __________ to wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing any wood that is close to the blade.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

12. 

It is __________ to leave the band saw while the blade is moving.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

13. 

It is __________ to back out of a long cut or sharp curve with the machine running.
a.
safe
b.
unsafe
 

14. 

Adjust the blade guide assembly to within ________of the work piece.
a.
3/4"
c.
1"
b.
1/2"
d.
1/4"
 

15. 

Make _______cuts before cutting small radius curves.
a.
relief
c.
practice
b.
saw
d.
bevel
 



 
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