Deck 3: Shop Safety

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Material Safety Data Sheet,Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS),material safety data sheet (MSDS),material safety data sheet,MSDS

Question 2

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

Answer 2

True

Question 3

14)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

Answer 3

C

Question 4

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

Question 5

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

Question 6

6)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 7

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

Question 8

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

Question 9

7)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 10

10)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

Question 11

8)____ 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 12

11)The MOST-LIKELY result of a battery explosion is:

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

Question 13

13)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 14

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

Question 15

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

Question 16

9)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 17

15)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 18

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

Question 19

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

Question 20

12)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 21

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

Question 22

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

Question 23

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

Question 24

21)Under what circumstances should you wear eye protection?

Question 25

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