Machine Drills Quiz

What is the main use of a bench drill?

• Cutting materials into smaller pieces

• Polishing metals

• Drilling holes through materials including woods, plastics, and metals

• Sanding surfaces

What is the primary difference between a bench drill and a pillar drill?

• The bench drill is portable, while the pillar drill is stationary

• The bench drill is smaller and bolted to a bench, while the pillar drill is larger and stands on the floor

• The bench drill is used for cutting, while the pillar drill is used for drilling

• The bench drill is used for metals, while the pillar drill is used for woods

Which of the following is a safety rule for using drilling machines?

• Do not use the guard

• Allow multiple people to use the machine simultaneously

• Always hold the material in your hand

• Wear safety clothing and footwear

What should you do with long hair when using a drilling machine?

• Cut it short

• Leave it loose

• Tie it back or use a hair net

• Cover it with a hat

What is the first line of defense if the material being drilled breaks or shatters?

• Wearing gloves

• Using the guard

• Using a face shield

• Standing far away

What is the purpose of the rack and pinion system in some machine drills?

• To adjust the speed of the drill

• To adjust the height of the table

• To secure the material

• To change the drill bit

Which type of drill bit is used for larger diameter holes and should be used slowly to avoid jamming?

• Twist Drill

• Forstner Bit

• Hole Saw

• Spade Bit

What is the typical use of a Twist Drill?

• For drilling holes in a range of materials from 1mm to 14mm

• For drilling holes in metal only

• For drilling large diameter holes

• For sanding surfaces

What should you never do when holding material to be drilled?

• Hold the material directly in your hand

• Clamp the material

• Use a vice

• Secure the material with a clamp

What is the second line of defense if the material being drilled breaks or shatters?

• Using the guard

• Wearing goggles

• Standing far away

• Using a face shield