VA VDFP HazMat Awareness & Ops Test Study Guide
1. What is the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS)?
A. A database of hazardous materials
B. A registry of over 113 million chemicals, established in 2010
C. A government agency responsible for tracking hazardous materials
D. A industry associat...
B. A registry of over 113 million chemicals, established in 2010
C. A government agency responsible for tracking hazardous materials
D. A industry association for chemical manufacturers
**Correct answer: B) A registry of over 113 million chemicals, established in 2010**
2. What is terrorism?
A. A random act of violence
B. **The systematic use of terror to coerce groups of people or governments**
C. A form of self-defense
D. A political statement
**Correct answer: B) The systematic use of terror to coerce groups of people or governments**
3. What is the damage caused when hazmats are released uncontrolled from their containers?
A. Minimal damage to property and the environment
B. **Life, critical systems, property, and the environment**
C. No damage at all
D. Only damage to property
**Correct answer: B) Life, critical systems, property, and the environment**
, 4. What is the second most effective means for reducing the impact of hazmat incidents on a
community?
A. Emergency response planning
B. **Planning for them**
C. Cleanup efforts
D. Prevention measures
**Correct answer: B) Planning for them**
5. Which federal law requires emergency planning?
A. Superfund amendments and reauthorization act (SARA)
B. Clean Air Act
C. Clean Water Act
D. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
**Correct answer: A) Superfund amendments and reauthorization act (SARA)**
Describe Alpha particles ✔️Positively charged particles that are relatively slow moving and weak. Can
cause problems when inhaled or ingested
Beta particles are ✔️Faster and more penetrating than alpha. Eye and skin damaged caused by strong
sources.
Neutron particles are ✔️Neutrons ejected from the nucleus of an atom. Usually seen in nuclear
materials that have undergone fission or fusion. Not common outside power plant activity.
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