Wood Technology & Processes

Self-Check : Self-Check Safety Quizzes


1.	Choose the correct blade by checking for sharpness and

		A)	verifying carbon steel content.
		B)	identifying the coarsest teeth that will cut stock cleanly.
		C)	making sure the blade will fit in the assembly.
		D)	identifying the smallest teeth that will cut stock cleanly.

2.	The blade should be mounted with proper tension and so that

		A)	teeth point down on the downward stroke.
		B)	the downward and upward strokes will be equivalent.
		C)	a speed of at least 30 rpm can be attained.
		D)	teeth point up on the downward stroke.

3.	Which guideline applies to safe operation of a band saw?

		A)	Return the blade to starting position when finished with the cut.
		B)	Turn the wheels counterclockwise.
		C)	Leave scraps in place until the end of the session.
		D)	Be careful not to crowd the blade beyond its cutting capacity.

4.	Before backing the saw blade out of a long cut, turn off the and allow the machine to come to a full stop.



5.	You are finished using the band saw and need to clear scraps from around the blade. You need to push or scrape scraps away with a .