Ame Part II-foundation Of Safety

11 Questions | By Swheeles | Updated: Mar 20, 2022 | Attempts: 1250

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There are different ways in which safety in a given organization is ensured and one of this is through ensuring that tools are stored safely and people with access to them know how to use them. Take up this AME part II quiz and test your understanding of the foundation of safety well before you have to take the certification exam.

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1.

You are responsible for knowing how to prevent fires, respond to a fire and evacuate patients and self from a fire. In order to do this, you should know:
- A.
  
  The emergency number to call to report a fire
- B.
  
  Location of alarms, emergency exits and fire extinguishers
- C.
  
  Both A&B
2.

Who is the first line of defense against a fire at Novant Health?
- A.
  
  You
- B.
  
  The local fire department
- C.
  
  Public Safety
- D.
  
  Your manager
3.

To operate a fire extinguisher (PASS), you should:
- A.
  
  Pull the pin on the fire extinguisher
- B.
  
  Aim the hose at the base of the fire
- C.
  
  Squeeze the handle and sweep from side to side
- D.
  
  All of the above
4.

Fire safety in your work area is critical. Your responsibilities as a Novant Health employee are:
- A.
  
  Take all fire alarms seriously.
- B.
  
  Dispose of trash properly
- C.
  
  Report any hazards to your leader
- D.
  
  Know RACE and PASS procedures
- E.
  
  All of the above
5.

_{Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be readily available to you. They are provided by the manufacturer to describe:}
- A.
  
  Chemical composition of a product
- B.
  
  Potential health and physical hazards.
- C.
  
  Emergency Response Procedures
- D.
  
  All of the above
6.

Gas cylinders contain gases like nitrogen and oxygen under pressure. In order to handle them safely you…..
- A.
  
  Store them in the approved rack or cart at all times
- B.
  
  Prop them in a corner.
- C.
  
  Carry them with both hands
- D.
  
  All of the above
7.

The effects of chemicals may not occur immediately, so you take care in using all hazardous materials including….
- A.
  
  Observing for warning signs.
- B.
  
  Being responsible to use the knowledge and skills to work safely.
- C.
  
  Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
8.

If the power goes out, you should ensure all essential equipment is…
- A.
  
  Unplugged.
- B.
  
  Plugged into the emergency outlet.
- C.
  
  Turned off.
9.

When equipment is identified as a potential hazard or problem you should…
- A.
  
  Turn the equipment off.
- B.
  
  Unplug the equipment.
- C.
  
  Label the equipment as out of service and report it to engineering.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
10.

As an employee, you should follow the following electrical principles:
- A.
  
  Disconnect a cord from the outlet by grasping and pulling the plug.
- B.
  
  Use extension cords in temporary situations only.
- C.
  
  Both a and b.
11.

One of your responsibilities at Novant Health is to identify and report potential electrical hazards. Problems may include:
- A.
  
  Liquid spilled on electrical components.
- B.
  
  Cut or frayed wires or plugs.
- C.
  
  Shock felt during use of equipment.
- D.
  
  All of the above.