Ms. Dimesa Classroom Safety

When handing tools to other people you should

• Hand them the tool handle first

• Throw it carefully to the other person

• Slide it along a bench or floor

• Hand them the tool cutting edge first

Tools that are sticking over the edge of tables or work benches are:

• Safe when the teacher is in the shop

• Safe when you have warned others to watch out

• Safe when you are the only person in the shop

• Never safe under any conditions

When tools are carried in your hands, keep the cutting edge or sharp point directed:

• Toward the floor

• Away from the body

• Over your head

• Toward your body to protect others

You are responsible for your actions while in the Shop.

• True

• False

Use only the type of tools that are _____________ for the work you are doing.

• clean

• battery powered

• designed

• cleared

Be sure the tool handle is fitted ______________ and secure.

• loosely
• tightly
• with glue
• with nails

Don't use a tool that is dull, broken, or _____________.

• balanced

• old

• defective

• heavy

___________ aim a cutting toward yourself or toward anyone else.

• Always
• Never
• Sometimes
• Often

Keep work and walking areas free of clutter to eliminate tripping hazards before accidents occur.

Which one does NOT belong when it come to proper housekeeping in the workplace?

• Store tools away from walkways.

• Put away tools and equipment when not in use.

• Let debris pile up until someone else takes care of it.

• Keep aisles, stairways, and doorways unobstructed.

When it comes to utility knives, which one is NOT true?

• If needed, repeat along your cutting line until the material separates.

• If the blade is tearing instead of cutting, it is likely too dull and should be replaced.

• It is okay to use a lot of force on the blade when cutting.

• Make sure to not cut towards your body.