GBS PLTW

MakerSpace Safety Rules and Regulations Training

MakerSpace Band Saw Safety Quiz Review

Use the following outline to study for the MakerSpace Band Saw
Safety Quiz. This is only an outline. You are responsible for
knowing all information covered in class during instruction and
demonstrations.

REVISIT, REFLECT, AND STUDY!

1. Know all safety rules and regulations for operating a Band Saw. This can include
what to wear and how to manage what you are wearing when operating the Band
Saw.
2. Know what type of cut is cut best with a Band Saw.
3. Know what type of cut is used to reduce stress on a blade when cutting a curved
or irregular shape with the Band Saw.
4. Know when it is safe to make adjustments to a Band Saw.
5. Know the procedure or set of procedures you should follow before walking away
from a Band
Saw.
6. Know the safety zone spacing on all sides of the Band Saw blade.
7. Know the recommended height that a Band Saw guard must be over the height of
the stock that you are cutting.
8. Know the appropriate speed that the Band Saw should reach before cutting with
the Band Saw.
9. Know where the operator should be standing when working with the Band Saw.
10. Be able to determine when it is ok to leave scraps, tools, and extra parts on the
Band Saw table top.
11. Know when it is safe to clear debris or scraps away from the Band Saw blade.
12. Be able to determine the placement of your hands in respect to the location of
the Band Saw blade.