Observation

Majority of the candidates were able to:
        - state five safety precautions to be observed while using a jointer;
         - state the specific use of each of the following tools:

• Cross-cut saw;
• Spoke shave;
• Cutting guage.

However, some of them were unable to list four housekeeping equipment that are used in carpentry workshop.
The expected response to question 6 is as given below:

6          (a)        Safety precautions to be observed while using the jointer:

• allow the machine to attain its maximum speed before feeding;
• make sure the machine has come to a complete stop before leaving the workshop;
• make sure the bridge guard is properly fixed;
• make sure the fence is at right angle to the table;
• the depth adjustment knob should be properly locked;
• use a tail-off person when planning long pieces;
• do not let your hand pass over the cutter;
• put off the machine before making any adjustment;
• proper safety clothing should be worn.

   (b)     Specific use of each of the following tools:

• Cross-cut saw: is used for cutting across the grain of timber.

• Spokeshave: is used for planing curved edges.

• Cutting guage: It is mainly used for marking lines parallel to the ends of timber.

  (c)      Housekeeping equipments that are used in Carpentry and Joinery Workshop:

• broom;
• brush;
• mop;
• bucket;
• dust pan;
• dustbin;
• wheel barrow;
• respirator/ nose mask;
• hand gloves;
• duster;
• soap;
• disinfectants.