Deck 2: Engine Shop Safety

Question 1

An electrical fire is classified as Class _____.

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

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Hazardous materials can enter the bloodstream by _____.

A) breathing
B) eating
C) skin penetration
D) all of the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Personal safety is being discussed. Technician A says to always wear eye protection when using a blowgun. Technician B says to always wear face protection when using the grinder. Who is correct?

A) Technician A
B) Technician B
C) Both technicians
D) Neither technician

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Two technicians are discussing jack safety. Technician A says to always use safety stands when using a floor jack. Technician B says the center of gravity of a vehicle is not important when raising a vehicle with a unibody. Which technician is correct?

A) Technician A
B) Technician B
C) Both technicians
D) Neither technician

Question 5

Two technicians are discussing government regulations. Technician A says OSHA oversees the transportation of hazardous materials. Technician B says the EPA enforces workplace safety laws. Which technician is correct?

A) Technician A
B) Technician B
C) Both technicians
D) Neither technician

Question 6

The most common injuries in automotive shops involve backs and eyes.

Question 7

Two technicians are discussing solvents. Technician A says chlorinated solvents are not flammable. Technician B says that chlorinated solvents when exposed to a flame can produce phosgene gas. Who is correct?

A) Technician A
B) Technician B
C) Both technicians
D) Neither technician

Question 8

If greasesweep is used to absorb an oil spill, dispose of it in a regular trash can.

Question 9

Arc welding produces ultraviolet rays that can be harmful to eyes.

Question 10

Solvents are used to make liquids into solid waste for disposal.

Question 11

What health hazards are associated with these chemicals found in brake cleaners? Perchlorethylene (perc) Xylene Toluene Hexane

Question 12

According to the Hazard Communication Program, what information must be included on the label of a hazardous material?

Question 13

Corrosive wastes have a pH level lower than _____ or higher than _____.

A) 1, 10.6
B) 2, 13.5
C) 2, 12.5
D) 4, 10

Question 14

List the four classes of fires and the proper fire extinguisher for each type.

Question 15

Vehicle exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is harmful to humans.

Question 16

When a battery is being charged, it gives off _____ gases

A) hydrogen
B) sulfuric
C) oxygenated
D) nitrous oxides

Question 17

Briefly describe what what is meant by the term "systemic" exposure.

Question 18

Listed on the MSDS, the ____ is the maximum amount of exposure during a 15-minute period in one 8-hour workday.

A) permissible exposure limit (PEL)
B) threshold limit value (TLV)
C) short-term exposure limits (STEL)
D) upper explosive limit (UEL)

Question 19

Technician A says to always squeeze the top radiator hose before opening a radiator cap. Technician B says to always remove keys from the ignition before making a fan belt adjustment. Which technician is correct?

A) Technician A
B) Technician B
C) Both technicians
D) Neither technician