Deck 3: Shop Safety

Question 1

The MOST-LIKELY way to be burned in an automotive shop is:

A)by radiators
B)by fan motors
C)by fan blades
D)with hot engine coolant

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Either carbon dioxide (CO₂ ) or a dry chemical fire extinguisher can be used on Class D fires.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

A fire extinguisher is a portable tank that contains water or foam, a chemical, or a gas.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A flammable liquid's ____________________ is the temperature at which the vapors will ignite when brought into contact with an open flame.

Question 5

The MOST-LIKELY result of a battery explosion is:

A)fuel-fire
B)blindness
C)popback
D)engine damage

Question 6

A(n) ____________________ is a liquid organic chemical compound used to dissolve solid substances.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

A)Chlorinated solvents are not flammable but when exposed to flame can become phosgene gas.
B)Solvents can cause irritation and damage to your skin, eyes, and respiratory tract, including the nose and throat.
C)Some solvents, such as MEK, can be absorbed through the skin.
D)Not all organic solvents can cause skin problems.

Question 8

A(n) ____________________ provides details of the composition of a chemical, lists possible health and safety problems, and gives precautions for its safe use.

Question 9

In the United States, the EPA outlines regulations for the disposal of hazardous materials. These regulations are called the ____________________.

Question 10

Keeping oily materials separated from air prevents them from self-igniting, a process called greasesweep.

Question 11

Cold fuel spray can cause a bulb to shatter, and the hot filament can start a very dangerous fuel fire.

Question 12

While discussing fuel fires, Technician A says that liquid gasoline is what normally catches on fire. Technician B says that liquid gasoline is not what catches on fire. Rather, it is the vapors that are dangerous. Who is correct?

A)A only
B)B only
C)Both A and B
D)Neither A nor B

Question 13

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

A)you do not need to wear gloves, but face protection is a must when working around caustics.
B)if caustic gets into an eye, the caustic must be flushed from the eye immediately or blindness may result.
C)articles should be lifted from a hot soak tank with a lifting device.
D)if caustic contacts your skin, rinse immediately and seek medical attention.

Question 14

____ is a term for combustion that occurs in the vehicle's exhaust (after it leaves the cylinder).

A)Electrolyte
B)Popback
C)Greasewipe
D)Backfire

Question 15

Sometimes two or more substances react with one another and can become more hazardous. This is called ____________________.

Question 16

A ____ fire is one in which there are flammable liquids such as grease, oil, gasoline, or paint.

A)Class A
B)Class B
C)Class C
D)Class D

Question 17

While discussing hazards related to solvents, Technician A says that most solvents are flammable, and some can explode. Technician B says some solvents can react with heat or with other substances to create a different hazardous material. Who is right?

A)A only
B)B only
C)Both A and B
D)Neither A nor B

Question 18

A material is considered hazardous if it causes illness, injury, or death or pollutes water, air, or land.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

A)Gasoline can be stored in a glass container.
B)A flammable liquid's flash point is the temperature at which the vapors will ignite when brought into contact with an open flame.
C)Never use gasoline to clean floors or parts.
D)Do not attempt to siphon gasoline with your mouth.

Question 20

A material is a hazardous waste if it exhibits a characteristic from any of the following categories EXCEPT:

A)corrosivity
B)ignitability
C)sensitivity
D)reactivity

Question 21

List six hazardous materials that automotive technicians commonly come into contact with.

Question 22

Under what circumstances should you wear eye protection?

Question 23

List five precautions that you should take when working with hand tools.

Question 24

The following are examples of hazardous wastes: ignitable wastes, corrosive wastes, and reactive wastes. Provide a brief description of each.

Question 25

List five precautions that you should take when working with electrical tools.