Term 1 of 319
An unsafe condition can also be a physical hazard.
True
False
Term 2 of 319
A competent person must have specific training, must be capable of identifying hazards, and
authorized to immediately eliminate hazards and must have the authority to take appropriate
corrective actions.
True
False
Term 3 of 319
HAZWOPER is the acronym for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response and is in
the 29 CFR 1910.120.
True
False
,Term 4 of 319
Using a combination combustible gas (CGI) indicator and O2 monitor calibrated for normal
oxygen content at sea level, the following readings are observed: O2 = 13.5%, percent LEL = 9%.
Which of the following is true regarding the CGI reading?
The 9% LEL reading is low enough that there is no real concern
Due to an oxygen deficient atmosphere, the actual concentration of flammable gas is
higher than indicated by the meter
Measured oxygen in the atmosphere has no effect on the LEL
The oxygen deficient atmosphere doesn't matter and the percent of LEL readings are
accurate.
Term 5 of 319
A respirator fit check consisting of covering the cartridge openings and inhaling for 5 to 10
seconds to feel the mask pulling snugly against the face is called a negative pressure fit check.
True
False
Term 6 of 319
MUC stands for which of the following?
Maximum utility concentration
Minimum use concentration
Maximum use concentration
Multiple use concerns
,Term 7 of 319
Which of the following is not an element of the Hazard Communication Standard?
Respirator training
Employee training about hazards and proper use of chemicals
Chemical inventory
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Term 8 of 319
Risk can be defined as which of the following?
Something you cannot predict or measure
The probability and severity of a hazard
Indication of severity only
None of the answers are correct
Term 9 of 319
Each type of protective clothing has a specific purpose as well as certain limitations.
True
False
Term 10 of 319
The regulation pertaining to highway shipments of hazardous materials requires shipping papers
to be located in which of the following?
Any area in the cab area of the truck
Cargo area
Driver's sleeping compartment
Driver's possession, in a holder of the driver's door or within the driver's reach in the cab
, Term 11 of 319
Which one of the following is true about the buddy system?
It should be used when working in the Exclusion Zone
It allows workers to enter the Exclusion Zone from different points and then work together
It is only needed at sites where the hazards are not known
Visual or radio communication with the supervisor is not needed when using the buddy
system
Term 12 of 319
Through planning, potential hazards may be anticipated and steps may be taken to reduce the
risk of harm to workers, the public, and the environment using which of the following?
SDS program
Post-site characterization activities plan
Decontamination plan
Safety and Health Program
Term 13 of 319
Radiation detection and monitoring is crucial for all of the reasons below expect which one?
Radiation can be detected by the human nose (order)
To protect the occupational worker
Radiation is generally not felt at the time of exposure
Radiation in invisible to the human eye
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