Demonstration should include
- checking for safe operation of the saw
- checking for a clean and safe work area
- checking the condition of the blade
- determining the type of blade to be used for the material to be cut
- checking the speed of the blade
- determining the travel speed of the material
- checking coolant flow, if applicable
- following clothing safety procedures (i.e., no gloves, no loose clothing, and no jewelry).
Process/Skill Questions:
- What factors determine the type of saw one would use when cutting materials?
- What determines the speed of the saw blade?
- What safety issues are involved in using a horizontal saw, a band saw, and a cold-cut saw?