Title: Demonstrate the use of a hydraulic shear.
Course: Motorsports Technology I (20105-I) > Section: Using Tools

Demonstration should include

- preparing a clean and safe work area
- selecting the material to be sheared
- selecting and mark area to be sheared
- placing the metal in the shear
- applying the bracing arm against the metal
- depressing the foot pedal to activate the shear
- releasing the foot pedal after shearing
- removing excess metal from the shear.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some safety issues that may occur when operating a hydraulic shear?
- What materials should not be used in a hydraulic shear?
- What is the maximum thickness that can be sheared?