Tech Ed: Band Saw Test
Always wear sanitized safety glasses with Z87.1 markings when operating the Band Saw
True
Blade guard should be 1/8-1/2 of an inch above the piece being cut
True
Cut lines should be clearly marked before cutting
True
Hold the material firmly against the table
True
Keep fingers a minimum of 2 inches from the cut line
True
When cutting a tight curve, first cut relief cuts, then push the workpiece slowly without twisting or bending the blade
True
Cutting round material is allowed without a V-Block
False
Do not inspect material for foreign objects prior to cutting
False
Hold the material against the blade as you turn on the machine
False
Remove scraps from the band saw while the blade is still moving
False