Metal Band Saw Certification

Metal Band Saw Certification
Version	0.1.0
Approval Date	Draft/NOT APPROVED
Prerequisites
Document/Printout	Metal Band Saw Certification
Required For Tools/Shops	Powermatic Metal Bandsaw

Student:
Trainer:
Date:
Version:	0.1.0 - Draft/NOT APPROVED: DO NOT USE

Certification required for: Powermatic Metal Bandsaw (Metal Shop)

DO NOT USE THIS PAGE AS A SIGN OFF SHEET

Please print the document from the download link in the top right of the wiki page instead!

Training Check-Off List:

Tool Anatomy

• Parts of the Band Saw are identified properly.
  • Blade guard height adjuster
  • Blade guard
  • Blade guide
  • Blade guard lock
  • Stop & Start buttons
  • Blade width, thickness, and pitch

Pre-Operation

• Safety precautions are followed - safety glasses, proper clothing, work area cleared, etc.
• Stock is checked for issues/problems
• Blade guard height is adjusted to proper level for the job at hand
  • The blade height is locked after adjustment
• Proper blade is selected for metal being cut
• Proper saw speed set for metal being cut

Operation

• Bar or tubing properly attached to prevent saw from rotating material
  • At least 3 blade teeth engaged with material to avoid shocking the blade
• Proper body position
• Proper push aid(s) are used
• Student conducts curved cut properly
• Student conducts straight cut properly
• Miter gauge is used properly

Post-Operation

• Work area is cleaned - scraps go to metal scrap bin and work area is swept or vacuumed
• Push aids are returned to their proper locations

Lockout/Tagout Procedure

• Tool unplugged and plug wrapped in safe/visible location, barrel covers and locks, tag filled out and posted, front desk notified.

Pass/Fail:

Comments:

Student Signature:		Date
Certifier Signature:		Date

Certifer: Please scan this QR Code to email info@claremontmakerspace.org, and include a list of students who have passed this test.

Then, return this form to the front desk (even if the student failed!).