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OCTE SAFEdoc
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Safety Quiz – Brake Lathe
1. The personal protective equipment to wear when using a brake lathe includes
__________________________ and ________________________.
2. Why is it essential the brake drum or rotor be carefully measured and examined prior to
mounting it on the brake lathe?
_____________________________________________________________________.
3. What is the minimum thickness specification for the drum or rotor you are working on?
____________________________________________________________________.
4. Three potential injuries to persons who incorrectly use a brake lathe include:
____________________,__________________________,_____________________.
5. The “cutter” on the brake lathe is made of this material.
______________________________________________.
6. The rubber strap that is installed around the perimeter of the drum or rotor helps to
prevent ____________________________________________________________.
7. What is the maximum size of cut to take on the brake lathe?
________________________.
8. Turning the rotation dial (which governs the depth of cut) .005” on the drum lathe will
remove 0._______” of material when the cutter is engaged.
9. Define the term “undersize” as it applies to a drum or rotor.
____________________________________________________________________.
10. What would you do with a drum or rotor that has:
• Cracks in the surface _____________________________________________.
• Black coloured “hot” spots _________________________________________.
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