Copy of Lathe Safety Quiz (9/6/2024)

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Provide an example of what could go wrong while homing a machine if you walk away

Which axes does a HAAS TL-1 Lathe have? (select all that apply)

It is okay to walk away from the machine while it is starting up

True

False

When setting up a work piece, the ________________ ratio should be kept as low as reasonably possible

You should use your hands to stop the chuck spinning if it does not stop fast enough

True

False

Which of the following is acceptable while operating the lathe (select all that apply)

Which of the following should be done to the tailstock before shutting the machine down (select all that apply)

Remove center/drill from tailstock

Push tailstock all the way to the right

Loosen tailstock lock handle

Make sure tailstock lock handle is facing towards the right

Clean coolant from tailstock and lightly oil

What two types of work-holding devices can be used to hold material while working on the lathe?

A lathe can be used to turn the following materials? (select all that apply)

The ____________ should never be left in the chuck

Work piece

Chuck key

Tailstock

Tool

How should the tool-post handle be oriented before shutting the machine down?

It doesn't really make a difference

Towards the front of the machine (towards operator)

Towards the right (towards tailstock)

Towards the back of the machine (away from operator)

The TL-1 uses a _________ to hold the material

What are the THREE main types of tools that we will be using on the lathe? (select all that apply)

The lathe can be used to SAFELY perform what kind of functions (select all that apply)

Which of the following should be done when setting up a work piece? (select all that apply)

Verify your lunch is not moldy

Verify there is enough material sticking out of your chuck

Verify there is not too much material sticking out of your chuck

Verify that you properly set the length offset for your end mill

When using a metal lathe, safety glasses are needed when?

While turning pieces at high speeds

While turning pieces at low speeds

Only when starting the machine

During all lathe operations

Which of the following should happen before the machine is shut down?

Tailstock is moved all the way to the right

Chuck is loosened all the way

Coolant tank is cleaned and replenished

Doors should be opened all the way

What is the maximum speed of the spindle on a TL-1 with the doors open?

When is it acceptable to wear long sleeves on the lathe?

Never

When is it acceptable to have loose/dangling jewelry on the lathe?

Never

Never, unless you look cool as heck 

When setting up multiple tools on the TL-1, we often use the top of the lathe as a surface to hold our tools/allen wrenches/stock/files etc. Which side (left or right) of the top of the lathe do we NOT use as a storage surface while operating a machine, and why?

If your chips are long and getting caught in the chuck, what can you do to make them shorter?

Increase spindle speed

Decrease spindle speed

Increase feed rate

Decrease feed rate

Which direction does a cutoff tool cut

X-axis

Z-axis

Both x- and z-axis

What are needle chips indicative of?

Which axes does a HAAS TL-1 Lathe have? (select all that apply)

X

Y

Z

A

B

It is okay to walk away from the machine while it is starting up

True

False

You should use your hands to stop the chuck spinning if it does not stop fast enough

True

False

Which of the following is acceptable while operating the lathe (select all that apply)

Long Dangling Jewelry

Baggy Clothing

Tying up your long hair

Wearing Safety glasses

Mjolnir hanging from your belt

Which of the following should be done to the tailstock before shutting the machine down (select all that apply)

Remove center/drill from tailstock

Push tailstock all the way to the right

Loosen tailstock lock handle

Make sure tailstock lock handle is facing towards the right

Clean coolant from tailstock and lightly oil

A lathe can be used to turn the following materials? (select all that apply)

Aluminum

Delrin

Sams Lunch

The color purple

Various other metals

Glass

The ____________ should never be left in the chuck

Work piece

Chuck key

Tailstock

Tool

How should the tool-post handle be oriented before shutting the machine down?

It doesn't really make a difference

Towards the front of the machine (towards operator)

Towards the right (towards tailstock)

Towards the back of the machine (away from operator)

What are the THREE main types of tools that we will be using on the lathe? (select all that apply)

Knurling tool

Finishing tool

Boring bar

Drill

Roughing tool

Reamer

Shell mill

Fly Cutter

Dovetail cutter

Cutoff tool

The lathe can be used to SAFELY perform what kind of functions (select all that apply)

Sanding

Welding

Turning

Extruding

Drilling

Bending

Which of the following should be done when setting up a work piece? (select all that apply)

Verify your lunch is not moldy

Verify there is enough material sticking out of your chuck

Verify there is not too much material sticking out of your chuck

Verify that you properly set the length offset for your end mill

When using a metal lathe, safety glasses are needed when?

While turning pieces at high speeds

While turning pieces at low speeds

Only when starting the machine

During all lathe operations

Which of the following should happen before the machine is shut down?

Tailstock is moved all the way to the right

Chuck is loosened all the way

Coolant tank is cleaned and replenished

Doors should be opened all the way

What is the maximum speed of the spindle on a TL-1 with the doors open?

250 RPM

500 RPM

600 RPM 

750 RPM

1000 RPM

When is it acceptable to have loose/dangling jewelry on the lathe?

Never

Never, unless you look cool as heck 

What kind of tool is shown?

If your chips are long and getting caught in the chuck, what can you do to make them shorter?

Increase spindle speed

Decrease spindle speed

Increase feed rate

Decrease feed rate

Which direction does a cutoff tool cut

X-axis

Z-axis

Both x- and z-axis

What kind of tool is shown?

Finishing Tool

Threading tool

Cutoff tool

Roughing tool

Knurling tool

Drill

What kind of tool is shown?

Finishing Tool

Threading tool

Cutoff tool

Roughing tool

Knurling tool

Drill

What kind of tool is shown?

Finishing Tool

Threading tool

Cutoff tool

Roughing tool

Knurling tool

Drill