CFW 411 – Fabrication Technology 1 Short Test 1 & 2 Review

A set of flashcards based on notes from the CFW 411 – Fabrication Technology course, covering key concepts from the short test.

Who is responsible for workshop safety?

Employers and employees.

What is the function of reinforced toe caps in safety shoes?

To protect against heavy falling objects.

What lengths can metric rules be obtained in?

From 150 mm to 1000 mm (1 metre).

What type of hammer is most used in metalworking?

Ball-pen hammer.

Which muscles are primarily used for lifting?

Thighs and buttocks.

What does the line system of measurement refer to?

Measurement of the distance between two lines or marks on a surface.

What determines the tools used for cutting sheet metal?

The thickness of the metal being cut and the batch size required.

What is the term for the angle needed for knives to cut wood surfaces?

Clearance angle.

What should be done when using hand tools at the bench?

Hold the workpiece material securely to resist cutting forces.

What rule should be observed to keep the vice in good condition?

Do not oil the slide ways.

How should callipers be handled?

They should be handled and laid down gently to avoid disturbing the setting.

What part of the engineering file is usually left soft to prevent snapping?

Tang.

In what units are angles measured?

Degrees and decimals of a degree.

What are surfaces at 90° to each other described as?

Perpendicular.

How is side clearance provided when preventing hacksaw blade jamming?

The teeth of the hacksaw blade are bent alternatively to the left and right.

What is the sole purpose of a drill?

To pierce holes on the surface in the minimum period of time.

What are nibbling machines used for?

Cutting complex shapes.

What effect does excessive clearance on guillotine blades have?

Burrs to form on the underside of the sheet.

What is the tool for forming rivet heads called?

Rivet set.

How are self-secured joints made?

By interlocking the edges of folded sheets.