Learner Self-reflection 1 – 24351 (v3) Demonstrate knowledge of and use fixed machinery in the construction of BCATS projects

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What can happen if you wear gloves or rings when using the band saw?

What would cause a clicking noise as the blade rotates?

Why do you not stand to the right of the blade?

What is the fence placed on the lower side of the cut?

If your blade is blunt, what will happen to your cut?

What advantage does a well set up band saw have over a circular saw when ripping or crosscutting?

What must you do if you think the blade needs to be backed out of a cut?

When cutting tight curves or angles, what can be done to free the blade up and prevent binding on the corners?

What would happen if you tried to make the cuts shown below without the vee blocks?

Why are push sticks used?