Question 4
(4) State two safety precautions to be observed when operating a circular sawing machine.
Observation
Candidates were expected to state safety precautions to be observed when operating a circular sawing machine. Some of the candidates stated the general workshop safety. The solution is shown below:
Safety precautions to be observed when operating a circular sawing machine
(i) operating the machine when already tired;
(ii) not reading the manual before using the machine;
(iii) leaving the machine unattended to while it is in motion;
(iv) making an adjustment on the machine while it is motion;
(v) not using safety appliances;
(vi) touching a moving part of the machine;
(vii) lack of operational skill;
(viii) wearing loose clothing.