POWER TOOLS QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION |
2024/2025 | RATED A+
Describe a situation where a power tool’s dust bag would be essential.
✔✔When sanding wood indoors to reduce dust spread.
What would you check first if a drill isn’t turning on?
✔✔The battery or power cord connection.
Why is it important to check the RPM rating of a saw blade?
✔✔To match the tool's speed for safe operation.
Explain the advantage of using a laser guide on a miter saw.
✔✔It helps align cuts accurately before starting.
How would you avoid overheating a power sander during prolonged use?
✔✔Take breaks and avoid pressing too hard on the surface.
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,What should you consider when selecting a cordless tool’s battery type?
✔✔Battery life, charging time, and compatibility.
Describe a time when using a circular saw without a clamp could be risky.
✔✔When cutting small pieces that could shift.
Why should power tools be stored in a dry environment?
✔✔To prevent rust and electrical issues.
What is the purpose of a jigsaw’s orbital action feature?
✔✔It allows for faster, more aggressive cutting on wood.
What could cause a belt sander’s belt to break suddenly?
✔✔Over-tensioning or debris caught in the belt.
Describe a benefit of having LED lights on a drill.
✔✔They illuminate the work area for better visibility in low light.
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, What’s the risk of using a high-speed setting on a drill with a large bit?
✔✔The bit could overheat or cause the drill to lose control.
How often should you check a power tool for loose bolts or screws?
✔✔Before every use to ensure safe operation.
Why is it essential to use the correct blade type for different materials on a jigsaw?
✔✔To ensure clean cuts and prevent blade damage.
What’s the main reason to avoid using a power tool with a frayed cord?
✔✔It poses an electrical shock or fire hazard.
Explain why two-handed operation is recommended for some power tools.
✔✔It provides better control and stability.
What advantage does a variable-speed control offer on a drill?
✔✔It allows precise control for different materials and tasks.
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ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION |
2024/2025 | RATED A+
Describe a situation where a power tool’s dust bag would be essential.
✔✔When sanding wood indoors to reduce dust spread.
What would you check first if a drill isn’t turning on?
✔✔The battery or power cord connection.
Why is it important to check the RPM rating of a saw blade?
✔✔To match the tool's speed for safe operation.
Explain the advantage of using a laser guide on a miter saw.
✔✔It helps align cuts accurately before starting.
How would you avoid overheating a power sander during prolonged use?
✔✔Take breaks and avoid pressing too hard on the surface.
1
,What should you consider when selecting a cordless tool’s battery type?
✔✔Battery life, charging time, and compatibility.
Describe a time when using a circular saw without a clamp could be risky.
✔✔When cutting small pieces that could shift.
Why should power tools be stored in a dry environment?
✔✔To prevent rust and electrical issues.
What is the purpose of a jigsaw’s orbital action feature?
✔✔It allows for faster, more aggressive cutting on wood.
What could cause a belt sander’s belt to break suddenly?
✔✔Over-tensioning or debris caught in the belt.
Describe a benefit of having LED lights on a drill.
✔✔They illuminate the work area for better visibility in low light.
2
, What’s the risk of using a high-speed setting on a drill with a large bit?
✔✔The bit could overheat or cause the drill to lose control.
How often should you check a power tool for loose bolts or screws?
✔✔Before every use to ensure safe operation.
Why is it essential to use the correct blade type for different materials on a jigsaw?
✔✔To ensure clean cuts and prevent blade damage.
What’s the main reason to avoid using a power tool with a frayed cord?
✔✔It poses an electrical shock or fire hazard.
Explain why two-handed operation is recommended for some power tools.
✔✔It provides better control and stability.
What advantage does a variable-speed control offer on a drill?
✔✔It allows precise control for different materials and tasks.
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