Outfeed Knowledge Quiz
Outfeed Workstation Knowledge Quiz
1. What is the primary function of the infeed in the Outfeed workstation?
- a) To inspect beams
- b) To receive beams from the planer and move them into the Outfeed system
- c) To package beams for delivery
- d) To manage waste shavings
2. What are the key components of the infeed system?
- a) Outfeed rollers and saws
- b) Infeed rollers, chains, and conveyor belts
- c) Dunnage storage and saw horses
- d) Strapping machine and vacuum destacker
3. What is the purpose of performing pre-operational checks on the Outfeed equipment?
- a) To ensure machinery is properly maintained
- b) To prepare paperwork for the next shift
- c) To confirm equipment is clean and ready for operation
- d) To test emergency procedures
4. How should the waste shavings container levels be monitored during a shift?
- a) Manually check the levels every hour
- b) Use the Bindicator system and record the levels on the whiteboard
- c) Wait for the next shift to check
- d) Estimate based on production
5. What should be done if a waste shavings container is nearing capacity?
- a) Disconnect it and notify Russell or RMK
- b) Let it continue until the next shift
- c) Cover it with plastic
- d) Transfer the waste to another container
6. What is the first step in printing a tag using the ADF system?
- a) Load the printer with paper
- b) Select the correct profile for the pack
- c) Input beam length and width
- d) Enter the pack destination
7. What information is required when inputting data into the ADF system for printing a tag?
- a) Beam size, species, grade, and length
- b) Operator’s name and shift time
- c) Moisture content of the beams
- d) Machine maintenance history
8. Why is it important to preview a tag before printing in the ADF system?
- a) To ensure the printer is ready
- b) To verify the beam specifications and ensure accuracy
- c) To check the color of the tag
- d) To log the printing for future reference
9. What role does the infeed conveyor play in the Outfeed process?
- a) To move waste materials to the container
- b) To transport beams from the planer to the rollers
- c) To perform quality inspections
- d) To lift beams using the crane
10. How should dunnage be used when packaging beams?
- a) Place it between layers to stabilize the stack
- b) Use it only for short beams
- c) Place it only on top of the stack
- d) Apply it to the sides of the beams
11. What must be done with crane remotes and saw batteries at the end of the shift?
- a) Place them on charge
- b) Store them in the cabinet
- c) Hand them to the next operator
- d) Leave them in the work area
12. What is the primary function of the strapping machine in the Outfeed process?
- a) To bind beams together for secure storage and transport
- b) To label beams for inventory management
- c) To measure the beams before packaging
- d) To separate waste materials from beams
13. What must be done when cutting dunnage using the saw?
- a) Ensure the saw is properly charged and ready
- b) Only cut dunnage for small beams
- c) Store all cut dunnage in a designated area
- d) Cut dunnage only at the end of the shift
14. Why is the bin location important when printing a tag in the ADF system?
- a) It helps track where the pack will be stored or dispatched
- b) It determines the type of beams being processed
- c) It records the operator’s name
- d) It signals where the waste shavings will be stored
15. What is the primary purpose of the Outfeed rollers?
- a) To inspect beams for defects
- b) To move beams from the infeed to the packaging area
- c) To apply labels to the beams
- d) To cut the beams to size
16. How should you monitor the condition of the Outfeed rollers?
- a) Check for debris and clean them regularly
- b) Adjust the roller speed to match the beam size
- c) Lubricate the rollers at the start of every shift
- d) Ensure they are powered off when not in use
17. What happens if beams are not properly inspected during the Outfeed process?
- a) The beams may be rejected by quality control
- b) The beams will automatically be sorted for rework
- c) The system will stop, and the process will reset
- d) The beams will be stored without inspection
18. What is the purpose of setting the destination in the ADF system during tag printing?
- a) To identify where the beams will be shipped or stored
- b) To log the operator’s shift information
- c) To track the type of wood being processed
- d) To adjust the length of the beams
19. How should beams be positioned on the saw horses during inspection?
- a) Evenly spaced and supported for easy access
- b) In a single stack to save space
- c) Only the top beam should be inspected
- d) Side by side without any gaps
20. What should you do if the ADF system prints an incorrect tag?
- a) Reprint the tag with the correct information
- b) Use the incorrect tag and inform the next shift
- c) Handwrite the correct information on the tag
- d) Continue without the tag
21. How often should the waste shavings container be checked?
- a) At the end of the shift
- b) Every two hours during operation
- c) Continuously monitored using the Bindicator
- d) Only when the container is full
22. How do you confirm that a beam is ready for packaging?
- a) Verify that it has been inspected and labeled with a tag
- b) Measure it again to ensure accuracy
- c) Check that it has no defects
- d) Align it with other beams in the same batch
23. What is the final step after completing the Outfeed packaging process?
- a) Store the pack in the designated area according to the tag
- b) Print another tag for storage records
- c) Double-check the length of each beam
- d) Ensure all workers sign off on the process
24. What happens if dunnage is not used correctly in the packaging process?
- a) The beams may shift or become unstable during transport
- b) The beams will be rejected for delivery
- c) The system will flag the error and stop
- d) The beams will be automatically repackaged
25. What is the role of the saw horses in the Outfeed workstation?
- a) To provide a stable platform for beam inspection
- b) To store tools and equipment
- c) To support dunnage cutting
- d) To hold waste materials before disposal
26. What should be done if the infeed system becomes jammed?
- a) Isolate the system and clear the jam before resuming operation
- b) Push the beams manually through the system
- c) Stop all operations and call maintenance immediately
- d) Continue the operation carefully until the jam clears
27. What does the dunnage saw battery need to be checked for before starting the shift?
- a) Ensure it is fully charged
- b) Confirm it is compatible with the saw
- c) Check the temperature of the battery
- d) Verify the blade is sharp
28. What is the purpose of the shadow board in the Outfeed workstation?
- a) To store essential tools and cleaning equipment in designated spaces
- b) To hold spare parts for the machinery
- c) To track maintenance logs
- d) To label beams for processing
29. How should strapping be applied during the packaging process?
- a) Tightly and securely around the beam stack to prevent shifting
- b) Loosely to allow air circulation
- c) Only at the top and bottom of the beam stack
- d) Applied after the pack is in storage
30. What should be done if a pack is missing a tag?
- a) Print a new tag from the ADF system immediately
- b) Send the pack to storage without a tag
- c) Notify the next shift to fix the issue
- d) Handwrite the information on the beams