State the correct item of personal protective equipment (PPE) for each of the following workshop activities. (a) Using a lathe to turn a metal bar. [1] (b) ...
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State the correct item of personal protective equipment (PPE) for each of the following workshop activities.
(a) Using a lathe to turn a metal bar. [1]
(b) Cutting wood on a circular saw. [1]
(c) Applying spray paint to a metal surface in a spray booth. [1]
[Total: 3 marks]
Answer Details
(a) When using a lathe to turn a metal bar, the correct PPE is safety goggles (eye protection). [1] Hot metal swarf is thrown off the workpiece at high speed during turning, and safety goggles prevent these sharp, hot fragments from reaching the operator's eyes. (Also acceptable: face shield.)
(b) When cutting wood on a circular saw, the correct PPE is ear defenders (ear protection). [1] Circular saws produce high noise levels that can cause permanent hearing damage with prolonged or repeated exposure. (Also acceptable: safety goggles, dust mask.)
(c) When applying spray paint in a spray booth, the correct PPE is a respirator or spray mask with an appropriate filter cartridge. [1] Spray painting atomises the paint into very fine droplets and releases solvent vapour, both of which can be inhaled deep into the lungs. A respirator with organic vapour and particulate filters prevents inhalation of both the paint mist and the solvent fumes. (Also acceptable: safety goggles to protect eyes from overspray.)
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