Quiz Over Personal Safety

1. Which of the following types of jewelry is always safe for technicians to wear while on the job?

Dangling necklace

Ring

Watch

None of the above

No jewelry should be worn while working on vehicles.

Explanation

No jewelry should be worn while working on vehicles.

2. Tech A says gasoline and kerosene are typical cleaning agents used to clean hands of grease and other automotive chemicals. Tech B says gasoline and kerosene should never be used to clean hands or any part of a human body. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

Gasoline and kerosene are fuels. They should be burned, not used as a cleanser.

Explanation

Gasoline and kerosene are fuels. They should be burned, not used as a cleanser.

3. Which of the following is typical information found on a material safety data sheet (MSDS)?

Revision date

Hazardous ingredients

Fire and explosion data

All of the above

These are all examples of information found on MSDS.

Explanation

These are all examples of information found on MSDS.

4. Superficial burns, or ___________________, show reddening of the skin and damage to the outer layer of skin only.

First-degree burns

Second-degree burns

Third-degree burns

Fourth-degree burns

Superficial is defined as being at or near the surface. First-degree burns are the least serious of the three.

Explanation

Superficial is defined as being at or near the surface. First-degree burns are the least serious of the three.

5. A ____________ is any material that poses an unreasonable risk of damage or injury to persons, property, or the environment if not properly controlled during handling.

Hazardous material

Material safety data sheet (MSDS)

Both A and B

None of the above

Hazardous materials are those that present a risk of injury to people.

Explanation

Hazardous materials are those that present a risk of injury to people.

6. Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for lifting an object?

Bend your knees to lower your body.

Place your feet about shoulder width apart.

Bend over the object with straight legs.

None of the above

Bending over the object with straight legs is not a recommended practice for lifting an object because it puts excessive strain on the lower back and increases the risk of injury. Instead, it is recommended to bend the knees to lower the body, which helps to engage the leg muscles and maintain a stable position. Placing the feet about shoulder width apart also provides a solid base of support for lifting. Therefore, the correct answer is bending over the object with straight legs.

Explanation

Bending over the object with straight legs is not a recommended practice for lifting an object because it puts excessive strain on the lower back and increases the risk of injury. Instead, it is recommended to bend the knees to lower the body, which helps to engage the leg muscles and maintain a stable position. Placing the feet about shoulder width apart also provides a solid base of support for lifting. Therefore, the correct answer is bending over the object with straight legs.

7. Tech A says you should not remove embedded objects that cause bleeding. Tech B says bleeding can be internal or external. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

Removing embedded objects normally causes more harm than good, and bleeding can happen from both the inside, and outside of the body.

Explanation

Removing embedded objects normally causes more harm than good, and bleeding can happen from both the inside, and outside of the body.

8. Tech A says toxic dust is any dust that contains fine particles that could be harmful to humans or the environment. Tech B says it is a good idea to avoid all dust if possible, whether it is classified as toxic or not. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

If something is toxic, it is said to have the same effect as poison. If it can be avoided, that is the best course of action.

Explanation

If something is toxic, it is said to have the same effect as poison. If it can be avoided, that is the best course of action.

9. ________________ can be worn instead of a welding mask when using or assisting a person using an oxyacetylene welder.

Sunglasses

Gas welding goggles

Safety goggles

None of the above

Welding goggles will also provide the level of protection needed when welding and a mask is unavailable.

Explanation

Welding goggles will also provide the level of protection needed when welding and a mask is unavailable.

10. Tech A says you may need two types of eye protection for some tasks. Tech B says that before starting work, you should remove all jewelry and watches and make sure your hair is contained. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

There is more than one kind of safety risk for your eyes, and each requires its own safety equipment. Jewelry and watches preset their own safety risks when working in the shop.

Explanation

There is more than one kind of safety risk for your eyes, and each requires its own safety equipment. Jewelry and watches preset their own safety risks when working in the shop.

11. Tech A says work clothing should be clean and loose enough for movement. Tech B says work clothing should be flame-retardant. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

Both natural movement and flame retardation provide some protection in the shop.

Explanation

Both natural movement and flame retardation provide some protection in the shop.

12. Which of the following is a source of toxic dust from a vehicle?

Drum brakes

Manual transmission bell housings

Both A and B

None of the above

Both of these parts have very similar materials, and as a result, each can be toxic.

Explanation

Both of these parts have very similar materials, and as a result, each can be toxic.

13. Tech A says the most common type of eye protection is a pair of safety glasses, which must have "Z87" marked on the lens and frame. Tech B says tinted safety glasses are designed to be worn outside in bright sunlight conditions. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

Z87 is the standard used to properly protect our eyes in the shop. Tinted safety glasses are designed to be used outside and only clear lens should be worn in the shop.

Explanation

Z87 is the standard used to properly protect our eyes in the shop. Tinted safety glasses are designed to be used outside and only clear lens should be worn in the shop.

14. Tech A says the light from a welding arc is very bright and contains high levels of ultraviolet radiation. Tech B says the lenses on tinted sunglasses have heavily tinted glass to reduce the intensity of the light from the welding tip, allowing you to see the task you are performing more clearly. Who is correct?

Tech A

Tech B

Both Techs A and B

Neither Tech A nor B

Welding creates a very intense light and special safety equipment is needed to protect you. Your eyes will be damaged from intense lighting if only tinted safety glasses are worn while welding.

Explanation

Welding creates a very intense light and special safety equipment is needed to protect you. Your eyes will be damaged from intense lighting if only tinted safety glasses are worn while welding.

15. Which of the following is used to remove an object from the eye area?

Clean cloth

Moistened cotton swab

Both A and B

None of the above

If it can safely be removed, getting an object from the eye with either of the above is acceptable.

Explanation

If it can safely be removed, getting an object from the eye with either of the above is acceptable.