AIT Tools & Equipment 2

Question 1

What safety feature on many circular saws stops the blade rapidly when the trigger is released?

Accepted Answer

Electric brake

Answer

Blade guard

Answer

Riving knife

Answer

Anti-kickback pawl

Question 2

Before operating a keyed chuck drill, which step is absolutely required?

Accepted Answer

Remove the chuck key from the chuck

Answer

Set the speed selector to maximum

Answer

Disable the clutch mechanism

Answer

Remove the battery to verify charge

Question 3

What is the function of the spiral flutes on a drill bit?

Accepted Answer

To channel chips and debris out of the hole

Answer

To provide grip in the chuck jaws

Answer

To indicate drilling depth

Answer

To center the bit on the workpiece

Question 4

Under what circumstance is it acceptable to remove the guard from an angle grinder?

Accepted Answer

Never — the guard must always remain installed

Answer

When working in tight or confined spaces

Answer

When switching to a cutting disc

Answer

When the guard obstructs the operator's view

Question 5

Which power saw is best suited for making curved or irregular cuts in wood or thin materials?

Accepted Answer

Jigsaw

Answer

Circular saw

Answer

Compound miter saw

Answer

Table saw

Question 6

What role does the pilot bearing on a router bit serve?

Accepted Answer

It rides along the workpiece edge to guide and control the cut depth

Answer

It balances the bit to reduce vibration

Answer

It connects the bit shank to the collet

Answer

It acts as a heat sink to prevent overheating

Question 7

When operating a belt sander on wood, in which direction should you move the tool to minimize surface scratches?

Accepted Answer

With the grain to reduce visible scratch marks

Answer

Against the grain for faster material removal

Answer

In a circular motion to average out scratches

Answer

Perpendicular to the grain for even coverage