Deck 3: General Safety Practices

Question 1

__________ are devices that, when in place, prevent the accidental energizing of equipment.

A) Lockout devices
B) OSHA devices
C) Tagout devices
D) Warning devices

Answer 1

A

Question 2

How many stages of frostbite are there?

A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on fires that are electrically energized?

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

Answer 3

C

Question 4

An oxygen level below ____% may result in unconsciousness.

A) 10
B) 13
C) 19
D) 25

Question 5

In cases of electric shock, the first step to take is to __________.

A) administer CPR
B) disconnect the power at the main switch
C) move the victim from the area
D) place a pillow under the victim's head

Question 6

Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on fires that result from burning wood, paper, or other ordinary combustibles?

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

Question 7

In which location would it be necessary to install a GFCI?

A) living room
B) bedroom
C) bathroom
D) dining room

Question 8

When using an acetylene torch to solder or braze refrigerant lines, you should secure the tank in the horizontal position to prevent it from tipping over.

Question 9

Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on flammable metals and is designed for specific metals and materials?

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

Question 10

Quite often, insurance companies will reject claims for injuries that were sustained as a result of improper dress.

Question 11

The term ____________________ is used to describe an electrical connection between the casing of equipment or tools and the earth.

Question 12

When lifting heavy objects from the floor, it is best to:

A) Lift with the back, not the legs
B) Lift with straight legs and a bent back
C) Lift with the legs, not the back
D) Lift with straight legs and bent arms

Question 13

Ground wires are usually which color?

A) green
B) white
C) black
D) red

Question 14

__________ are clearly visible warning devices that are securely fastened to an electrical device or piece of equipment that is in need of repair.

A) Lockouts
B) Tie-ons
C) Tagouts
D) Tie-outs

Question 15

Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on fires that involve flammable liquids such as grease, gasoline, or oil?

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

Question 16

Approximately ____% of all system problems are electrical in nature.

A) 50
B) 75
C) 85
D) 95

Question 17

Which is the most important piece of safety equipment a technician can wear?

A) steel toed shoes
B) back brace
C) safety glasses or goggles
D) ear protection

Question 18

What is the most important reason NOT to wear jewelry when working on air conditioning equipment?

A) shows vanity
B) might offend customers
C) could lose the jewelry
D) creates risk of potential electrical shock

Question 19

Which material/s should a nonconducting ladder be made of?

A) aluminum
B) wood
C) fiberglass
D) a and b
E) b and c

Question 20

It is generally safe to use a screwdeiver as a chisel or a crow bar.

Question 21

The style or type of eye protection that is used must be able to provide sufficient protection from potential hazards. If a technician is going to be performing tasks such as chipping, grinding, sawing, drilling or chiseling, there is the danger of becoming injured by flying fragments, chips, filings, sand or dirt. In this case, the individual should be wearing eye protection that is equipped with __________. For severe exposure, a __________should be worn. If a technician is using an acetylene torch, the dangers associated with molten metal and flying particles are faced. In this case, __________ goggles are a good choice for eye protection, especially those equipped with tight-fitting __________.

Question 22

What does the acronym OSHA stand for when referring to safety?

Question 23

What should be the first action taken when aiding someone who is being shocked by electricity?

Question 24

What does the acronym MSDS stand for when referring to safety?

Question 25

What does the acronym NFPA stand for when referring to fire safety?

Question 26

List seven items that should be included in a first aid kit carried in an HVAC technician's service truck.

Question 27

Describe acceptable dress code for air conditioning system installers and technicians.

Question 28

What does the acronym CPR stand for when referring to first aid?

Question 29

What does the acronym GFCI stand for when referring to electricity?

Question 30

Describe the treatment for frostbite.