Deck 1: Shop and Personal Safety

Question 1

What type of glove should be used to handle dangerous acids or alkalis?

A) Leather gloves.
B) Any glove that covers the entire hand.
C) Vinyl disposable gloves.
D) Hazardous materials gloves.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

What type of equipment are safety glasses, splash goggles and face shields?

A) Eye protection.
B) Shop uniforms.
C) Eyewear.
D) Welding equipment.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Why are butane lighters dangerous in a shop environment?

A) Metal parts can cause electrical shorts.
B) Butane reacts explosively with certain automotive fluids.
C) Most butane lighters leak.
D) They are an extreme explosive potential.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

On a typical shop pneumatic system what two tasks should be performed daily?

A) Check hoses for cracks or nicks.
B) Test the operating pressure.
C) Purge all hoses and tanks.
D) Air tool oiling and draining accumulated water.

Question 5

What agency is responsible for certifying safety boots and shoes?

A) U.S. Government.
B) Your employer.
C) EPA.
D) Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

Question 6

What two gauges are used on pressure regulator assemblies?

A) The high and low pressure..
B) Oxygen and fuel.
C) Cylinder pressure and working pressure.
D) Cylinder pressure and ambient pressure.

Question 7

What should be used when working on chassis electronic circuits?

A) Spark shielded gloves.
B) Ground strap.
C) Full anti-static coveralls.
D) Grounding jumpers to ground.

Question 8

What should you always do when operating, connecting or disconnecting pneumatic tools?

A) Wear a full face shield.
B) Stay away from hot engines or exhaust.
C) Wear safety glasses.
D) Wear the proper type glove.

Question 9

Why should oxygen tank valves be fully opened when in use?

A) To provide sufficient oxygen pressure.
B) To prevent inadvertently increasing oxygen after a flame is set.
C) It will prolong the service life of the valves.
D) Oxygen will leak past valve threads on a partially opened valve.

Question 10

Why is clothing made from artificial fibers dangerous in a shop environment?

A) It can melt onto skin when exposed to high temperatures.
B) They react with oils and brake down.
C) Artificial fibers ignite easily.
D) It will gas when in warm environments.

Question 11

What class of fire extinguisher should be used on a grease or fuel fire?

A) Class A.
B) Any class available.
C) Class C or D.
D) Class B.

Question 12

What is the maximum pressure acetylene regulator gauges should be set at?

A) 15psi (100kPa)
B) 30psi (200kPa)
C) 100psi (700kPa)
D) 10psi (70kPa)

Question 13

For what purpose are come-alongs most often used?

A) Lifting engines.
B) To apply straight line force to an object.
C) Separating heads from blocks.
D) Dragging engine blocks.

Question 14

Why should technicians use caution when working on vehicles equipped with diesel particulate filters (DPFs)?

A) They operate at high temperatures and retain heat after operation.
B) There is an explosion danger because they burn fuel.
C) They operate at extreme pressures.
D) Ash residue is highly toxic.

Question 15

Which of the following best describes a bottle jack?

A) Hand actuated and rated to lift loads up to 10 tons.
B) Made for heavy lifting.
C) Hand actuated and made only for loads under 1 ton.
D) Air operated light duty jacks.

Question 16

What should you do before using unfamiliar shop equipment?

A) Ask for help/training on the equipment.
B) Have the manual available and read it when you make an error.
C) Demand certification training from your employer.
D) Proceed slowly.

Question 17

How do you avoid injury when lifting heavy items?

A) Lift only with your arms.
B) Keep your back vertical while lifting.
C) Bend over the center of the object.
D) Keep your legs straight.

Question 18

Which situation most often results in hearing loss in a shop environment?

A) An individual incident.
B) Improperly maintained air tools.
C) Years of exposure to repetitive and excessive noise levels.
D) Shop noise exceeding 160 decibels.

Question 19

In what situation can a cherry picker be used?

A) Only for lifting transmissions and engines.
B) A replacement for a hydraulic lift.
C) Only light weight lifting under 100 lbs.
D) Both light and heavy duty lifting jobs.

Question 20

What precautions should be taken before working under hydraulic hoists?

A) Just make sure the hydraulic valves are in the proper positions.
B) Make sure all electrical controls are stopped.
C) Makes sure it is mechanically supported.
D) Make sure it clears your head while standing erect.

Question 21

Technician A states static discharge is usually not an issue in a shop environment because of cement floors and rubber soled foot ware. Technician B states when working on vehicle electronic circuits you should always wear a grounding strap as a precaution. Which technician is correct?

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

Question 22

Technician A states oxygen is a non-flammable gas that can be safely used and stored in a shop environment. Technician B states oxygen can be used as an alternative to compressed air. Which technician is correct?

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