Name: 
 

Power Miter Saw



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

1. 

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

2. 

Never attempt to clean the dust chute unless the saw is unplugged and you have         received permission from the instructor to do so.
 

3. 

Always make sure that the guard is in place and functioning properly.
 

4. 

Never talk to anyone while operating the power miter saw.
 

5. 

Always keep hands at least 4” from the path of the saw blade.
 

6. 

It is safe to start your cut as soon as you pull the trigger.
 

Completion
Complete each sentence or statement.
 

7. 

Make sure that the __________ is not in contact with the work piece before switching on machine.
 

 

8. 

For your safety remove all _________ and small pieces of __________ before operating saw.
 

 

9. 

Lock __________ in position before cutting any stock.     
 

 

10. 

When cutting square or right angled miters, hold the stock with your ________ hand and operate the saw with your ________ hand.
 

 

11. 

When cutting left angled miters, hold the stock with your  ________ hand and operate the saw with your _________ hand.
 

 



 
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