Explain the hazards of the saw, the ways you can get hurt, and how to protect yourself. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: Do the materials cut provide any additional hazards?,
- Q: Can your position affect your safety?
- Q: Can you set things up in a way to address hazards?
- Q: What PPE should you wear?
- Q: Is there PPE you shouldn't wear?
Considerations: Consider the power supply, the blade, spinning forces, hand placement, body positioning, support, securement, surrounding work area, air quality, and materials. |
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Demonstrate an inspection. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: Explain the function of the parts of the saw.
- Q: What are you looking for?
- Q: How do you know it is adequate?
- Q: What do you do if you find damage?
- Q: Determine condition, missing parts, labels and function.
Considerations: Ensure they are able to confirm guards are present and functional, all adjustable parts are inspected and tightened, plate and blade are secure, body intact, warning labels are present, plug/cord intact, work area is safe for work, and an appropriate material support. |
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Demonstrate how you can find instructions specific to the saw you are using. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: What types of things can you find in the operator's manual?
- Q: Where does the manual explain how to adjust guards?
- Q: Where is the manufacturer's contact information?
Considerations: Ensure the ability to use the manufacturer's operator manual and understand its contents. |
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Demonstrate the set up of the saw and material. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: How do you secure the material?
- Q: How do you know its secure?
- Q: What is under the material?,
- Q: Does the type of cut affect the setup?
- Q: How do you set up the saw?
- Q: Do the conditions of the work area effect the set up?
- Q: How do you adjust the blade and why would you need to?
Considerations: Ensure they are able to set up the saw and material safely and have considered the hazards present, the work area, and the task being perofrmed. |
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Demonstrate how to change the blade. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: How do you know the blade is the correct size?
- Q: Where can you verify the blade requirements?
- Q: How do you know the blade is secure?
- Q: How do you know the blade is on the right direction?
Considerations: Ensure this is performed with the power source disconnected and appropriate PPE worn. Ensure they are able to select the right blade, as well as remove and secure the blade correctly. |
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Demonstrate how to start the saw and begin cutting material. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: What is the starting sequence?
- Q: How do you start the saw?
- Q: How does the blade enter material safely?
- Q: How do you protect yourself from kickback and jamming?
- Q: Where is the powercord?
Considerations: Ensure they are able to start the saw safely, correct PPE is worn, stand and place hands in a safe position. Ensure they get the blade up to speed prior to entering the material, and begin cutting from the edge of the material. |
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Demonstrate the safe operation of the saw. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: What should you be mindful of?
- Q: What do you need to pay attention to?
- Q: Where should your hands and body be?
Considerations: Ensure ability to cut lumber and sheet goods. Ensure ability to rip and cross cut materials safely, saw shoe/plate remains on material whiole cutting, do not lift saw from cut until blade stops, safe hand and body posiitioning, and all cuts are performed in the direction away from the body. |
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Explain the warning signs/indicators something may be wrong. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: Are all warning signs/indicators visual?
- Q: Can the work environment affect the warning signs?
Considerations: Consider identifiers such as smoke, a burning smell, resistance, grinding sounds, etc. |
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Demonstrate the shut down process. | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: How do you stop the saw?
- Q: Does this change in an emergency?
- Q: How do you put it down safely?
- Q: How do you store the saw?
Considerations: Consider the spinning of the blade, the stable placement of the saw, unplugging the saw, and store it safely. |
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Are you comfortable with the use of the saw? | |
Follow Up Questions: - Q: Are you confident in your ability?
- Q: Can you hold and operate the saw safely?
- Q: Is there aspect of the safe operation of the saw you are unsure of?
Considerations: Consider the handling, use, body positioning, confidence and knowledge of the person. |
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