Title: Perform safety inspections of equipment, materials to be cut, and work area.
Course: Motorsports Technology I (20105-1) > Section: Demonstrating Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC)

Performance should include a visual inspection of equipment (i.e., power source, air compressors, and connections to the PAC process) and accessories (e.g., clothing, hand tools, base metal), in addition to checking for moisture in the air compressor lines.

Inspection must be made daily and in accordance with the instructor's policy.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is moisture harmful to plasma cutting equipment?
- Why is air pressure important in plasma cutting?
- Why should the machine always be unplugged during inspection?