General Safety
What are two things that need to be checked on lumber before cutting?
Nails & screws
When would you use an impact driver?
When working with thicker or larger screws, when you need more rotational force
Why is lighting safety important?
What is one thing left on in the theater when we leave for the night?
Ghost lights
Immediately
Name the appropriate gear to wear when cutting wood
Goggles and masks
What do pilot holes prevent?
Stripped screws
The blackout call and response is _______/________
Going dark/Thank you dark
What is one thing we always do before we leave?
Clean up our space
Before making a cut, always double-check what?
Your cut line
What do you need to do before using power tools in the theatre?
Get permission from an instructor
What kind of material can you cut with a table saw in our space?
Thinner sheets of plywood
List four consequences of overloading your system
1. Risk of fire
2. Short circuits
3. Damaged equipment
4. Injury to the electrician
When should you leave tools out rather than putting them away?
NEVER
If you drop something when working above, yell ______!
Heads up!
Before leaving a power tool, first make sure that it is...
Off & unplugged
What are two types of screwdrivers?
Flathead & Phillips
What is the formula for calculating power?
Wattage/voltage = amps
List four items that are part of our cleanup procedure
1. Unplug and store tools
2. Sweep the stage
3. Magnet the stage
4. Vacuum the shop
What is the correct response when an instructor gives you feedback?
Yes thank you
Your cut is not ______ unit the ______
Your cut is not complete until the blade stops spinning
What are four things to do before cutting?
1. Make sure to wear appropriate safety gear
2. Clear your workspace
3. Stabilize your tool & piece
4. Call & response
What is the ground in electrical work?
Point in an electrical circuit that acts as a safety pass for fault currents and acts as a voltage reference point
Where do we keep our backpacks when working in the shop?
The house
What is the distance you should keep your hands from your blade?
6-8 inches