Woodshop Safety Test Correct Questions &Answers

Attitude - ANSWER Horseplay will not be tolerated. This is evidence of poor safety attitude. Keep your mind on your work. Respect the rights of others and their property. Clothing and Protective Equipment - ANSWER Wearing jewelry or loose clothes in the lab is dangerous. Long hair should be tied back or worn under a cap to avoid getting it caught in the machinery. Covered toe shoes or boots with rubber soles should be worn. Always wear proper eye protection when working in the shop or with power equipment. Ear protection should be used, equipment can be very loud. Report even the slightest injury. Small cuts or other minor injuries may become serious if left unattended Fire Prevention - ANSWER Before using any equipment, you should know where the fire extinguishers are located and how to use them. Oily rags must be kept in a closed metal container to prevent spontaneous combustion. Keep the lids on finish containers when not in use. Keep liquid finishing supplies in a metal cabinet. Rules for Working with Power Tools and Machines - ANSWER Don't use any equipment unless the instructor is in the classroom. If a machine doesn't sound right, or if you can see that something is wrong, tell the instructor immediately. If you have to leave a machine, turn it off and wait till it stops. Pull the plug, not the cord, when you unplug a machine. Machine guards must be used at all times to prevent injury. Sharp or pointed tools must be carried with the point down. When you approach a machine, be sure it is off and that it is not coasting. Never talk to a person while he/she is operatin