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Jointer Competencies Given a properly adjusted jointer, instruction and demonstration of use, each student will be able to: Identify the major parts of the jointer. B. Complete a written test on the safety and operating procedures of the jointer with 100% accuracy. C. Demonstrate, on a performance test, acceptable ability to safely edge, rabbet, bevel, and chamfer stock with the jointer. Instructional Materials and Procedures Identification of Basic Jointer Parts: Cutterhead guard 7. Rear Table Raising Handwheel Fence Lock Plunger 8. Table Lock Handle Fence Slide Lock Screw 9. Off/On Switch Tilt Lock 10. Front Table Adjusting Arm Gib Screws 11. Infeed Table Outfeed Table 12. Fence Jointer Safety Secure permission from the instructor before operating the jointer. Wear industrial quality eye and ear protection while using the jointer. Before operating the jointer, remove jewelry (rings, watches, bracelets, etc.) and confine all loose clothing and long hair. Protective type footwear should also be worn. Keep the floor area clean and fee of scrap material, sawdust, and oil or grease to minimize the danger of tripping or slipping. Anti-skid floor strips are recommended on the floor are where the operator normally stands. Use the safety guard at all possible times. (Some jointers require the safety guard to removed when cutting rabbets). Never joint the end of stock less than 10” wide. Check the stock carefully before jointing to be sure it is free of finishes, knots, nails or other objects. Always use an approved push block or push stick when jointing stock that does not provide a distance of safety for your hands. Never joint stock less than 12” inches long. As the board starts over the cutterhead, the corner is very likely to catch, throwing the wood out of your hand and allowing the fingers to drop into the revolving cutterhead. Always stand to the left and out of line of the cutterhe