Name: 
 

Drill Press



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

1. 

Always Wear Safety Glasses when operating the drill press!
 

2. 

Students must have permission from the instructor before using the drill press.
 

3. 

It is safe to run the drill press at high speeds for any size drill bit.
 

4. 

The chuck key must be removed from the chuck before turning the drill press on.
 

5. 

It is safe to wipe the chips away with your hand after you are finished drilling.
 

6. 

It is safe to grab a workpiece that is spinning on the drill bit or cutter.
 

7. 

The work piece should always be secured before drilling.
 

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

8. 

When drilling long pieces, the long end should be on the ________ side of the drill bit.
a.
left
d.
backing board
b.
right
e.
chuck key
c.
slower
 

9. 

A __________ speed should be used for large bits.
a.
left
d.
chuck key
b.
right
e.
backing board
c.
slower
 

10. 

A __________ speed should be used for small bits.
a.
faster
d.
backing board
b.
slower
e.
chuck key
c.
left
 

11. 

A __________  __________ should be used to prevent damaging the drill bit and the table.
a.
faster
d.
backing board
b.
slower
e.
chuck key
c.
left
 



 
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