PPE
What type of eye protection should always be worn in the shop?
Safety Glasses
What should you do if you are unsure how to use a tool?
Ask questions/instructor for help.
What tool is used to make precise holes in wood, metal, or plastic?
Drill press
What should you do immediately if you are injured?
Stop work and notify the instructor.
What should you check before starting a lawnmower?
Fuel and oil levels, blades, guards, and safety features.
What should you do with long hair before working around machinery?
Tie it back
What type of behavior is never allowed in the shop?
Horseplay
What machine is commonly used to make straight cuts in large pieces of wood?
Table saw
What class of fire extinguisher is used for ordinary combustibles like wood and paper?
Class A
What should you wear to protect your eyes while operating lawn equipment?
Safety glasses or goggles
Name two types of clothing or accessories that should NOT be worn around machinery.
Loose sleeves, dangling jewelry, or hood strings
Who must give you permission before you operate machinery?
The instructor
How far should your hands stay from a table saw blade?
4–6 inches
What class of fire involves flammable liquids such as paint or solvents?
Class B
When is it safe to refuel a lawnmower?
When the engine is turned off and cooled down.
When should hearing protection be used?
When noise exceeds safe levels
What should you do if you discover a damaged tool?
Report it to the instructor.
What should you use to hold a small workpiece securely while drilling?
A clamp
What class of fire involves electrical equipment?
Class C
Name two things that should be removed from a mowing area before operating the mower.
Rocks, sticks, toys, or other objects.
Why should gloves not be worn while operating machines?
They can get caught in moving machinery.
Why is staying alert important in the shop?
Your attention is your first defense against injury.
Before making an adjustment or clearing scraps from a machine, what must you wait for?
The machine/blade must come to a complete stop.
What should you NEVER use on an electrical fire?
Water
What should you do if you discover a damaged safety guard?
Stop using the equipment and report it to the instructor/supervisor.