Fig. 1 shows a worker using a bench-mounted pillar drill to make a hole in a piece of acrylic. The machine is commonly found in school and industrial worksh...

Assessment: Design & Technology (9-1) 0979 | Paper 3 Mock 01 | Materials Subject: Design & Technology (9-1) - 0979

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Fig. 1 shows a worker using a bench-mounted pillar drill to make a hole in a piece of acrylic. The machine is commonly found in school and industrial workshops. It is used to produce accurate holes in a range of materials including metals, plastics and timbers. Safety precautions must be followed when operating this machine.

The grip stops it from slipping. It is made to last. It looks clean and neat.

It keeps its shape well over time.

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(a) Name one item of personal protective equipment (PPE) the worker should wear when using the pillar drill. [1]

(b) State one reason why the acrylic should be clamped to the drill table. [1]

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