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Portable Power Planer Safety Exam

True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true (SAFE) or false (UNSAFE).
 

 1. 

To operate the planer without the chip deflector properly attached.
 

 2. 

To set down the planer  while the knives are turning.
 

 3. 

To hold a short piece of lumber with one hand while planning with the other hand.
 

 4. 

To disconnect the power cord when replacing or adjusting the knives.
 

 5. 

To plane against the grain.
 

 6. 

To wear industrial quality eye protection.
 

 7. 

To operate the planer with cord away from the knives.
 

 8. 

To secure the lumber in a vise before using the planer.
 

 9. 

To have the machine properly grounded or double insulated.
 

 10. 

To talk to someone while using the planer.
 

 11. 

To work on wood that is free of nails, screws, etc.
 

 12. 

To work in areas with  adequate light before using the planer.
 

 13. 

To operate the planer with dull knives.
 

 14. 

To turn on the motor after the planer knives make contact with the wood.
 

 15. 

To remove clogged chips from the planer with the cord connected.
 



 
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