Wood Lathe
| Trainee name | Date |
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Theory questions
- What is the difference between TCT tools and HSS tools?
- How can a user assess the toxicity of a wood and what is the procedure when the wood is determined to present a toxicity risk?
- What is the correct PPE when working on the lathe?
- What are some things that could make a piece of wood unsuitable for working on?
- Where should you stand when turning the machine on?
- Which areas around the machine should be clear in order to ensure the safety of other users?
- Which item of PPE is considered dangerous when working on the lathe?
- What risks do wood shavings present to other users of the space?
Practical Test
Checks/demo whilst unplugged
- Is hair tied pack, sleeves rolled up etc?
- Is correct PPE being used?
- Identify the following items
- Belt guard
- Belt/speed settings
- Tailstock
- 4 jaw chuck
- Faceplate
- Drive centre
- Live centre
- Screw chuck
- Explain risks of catches whilst side turning and basic precautions
- Explain risks of catches whilst face turning and basic precautions
- Identify a TCT tool and a HSS tool
- Explain how to replace cutting tool
- Using an example piece of material, assess its suitability for woodturning.
- Using a piece of material suitable for woodturning, set up the machine correctly for work, noting in particular:
- Gear selection
- Choice of mounting
- Position of tool rest
Checks/demo whilst connected to power
- Demonstrate roughing out of workpiece noting position of operator and grip on tool
- Demonstrate selection of appropriate cutting tool for various tasks
- Demonstrate some detailed work on workpiece noting position of operator and grip on tool
- Demonstrate how to listen for poorly tensioned belt and appropriate remediation
- Demonstrate re-selection of belt speed and tool rest position as workpiece is shaped
| I confirm the above named has received the safety induction as indicated on this checklist | I confirm the above named has received the safety induction as indicated on this checklist |
|---|---|
| Name | Name |
| Signature | Signature |