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Safety Exam.

Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 1. 

Once a hand tool has been identified as irreparably faulty, you should… (check one box only)
a.
Dispose of it
b.
Purchase a replacement, then dispose of the faulty tool
c.
Keep on using it
d.
Borrow one from someone else
 

 2. 

Where should the keys of a disabled vehicle be stored? (check one box only)
a.
With your supervisor
b.
Above the sunvisor
c.
In the ignition switch
d.
In your coverall pocket
 

 3. 

Exhaust gasses in workshops are a serious health hazard. The best way to get rid of these
gasses is… (check one box only)
a.
With an exhaust extraction system
b.
Not to run vehicles in the workshop
c.
Face the exhaust towards the workshop doors
d.
Attach the exhaust to a filtration system
 

 4. 

A fellow student is being shocked by a faulty electrical cord, you should
a.
use a board to knock them away from the cord
c.
press the red emergency disconnect button
b.
push them gently away from the cord
d.
call in the emergency
 

 5. 

If a casualty has a "stake" wound, you should… (check one box only)
a.
Push the object all the way through, then apply a bandage
b.
Leave the object in position and apply a doughnut bandage
c.
Pull the object out, then apply a bandage
d.
Twist the object until it comes out, then apply a bandage
 

 6. 

The first rule in the case of an emergency is… (check one box only)
a.
Wait for confirmation
c.
Run outside
b.
Ignore the warning, it is a "drill"
d.
Don't panic
 

 7. 

If an object is embedded in the eye, you should… (check one box only)
a.
Not attempt to remove it
c.
Flush the eye with hot water
b.
Remove it with surgical tweezers
d.
Do nothing. It will come out by itself
 

 8. 

A fire involving paper or wood is classed as a… (check one box only)
a.
"A" Class fire
b.
"B" Class fire
c.
"C" Class fire
d.
"D" Class fire
 

 9. 

The MSDS should always be… (check one box only)
a.
Available from the supplier
b.
Clearly visible and located near where the product is stored
c.
Available from the manufacturer
d.
Kept in the manager's office
 

 10. 

Before operating any equipment, you MUST (select only one)
a.
turn it on
c.
have your instructors permission
b.
have the required training
d.
have a reason for using the equipment
 

 11. 

During a discussion on personal safety, Technician A says that you should not wear loose clothing and keep long hair tied behind your head. Technician B says for safety and accuracy to follow the recommended service procedures contained with the OEM’s Service manual.  Who is right?
a.
Neither A nor B
c.
Both A and B
b.
A only
d.
B only
 

 12. 

During a discussion on personal safety, Technician A says that you should always wear eye protection such as safety glasses, or a face shield.  Technician B says always use trouble lights with steel, or plastic, cages around the bulb. Who is right?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 13. 

According to the "Fire Triangle", which element(s) do you need to remove to extinguish a fire? (check
one box only)
a.
Oxygen and heat
c.
Fuel and oxygen
b.
Heat and fuel
d.
Fuel, heat, or oxygen
 

 14. 

The yellow painted lines on a workshop floor indicate… (check one box only)
a.
Where you can walk
c.
A clear zone away from tools and equipment
b.
Where you should not walk
d.
An emergency evacuation path
 

 15. 

Two technicians are discussing shop rules.  Technician A says breathing carbon monoxide may cause arthritis.  Technician B says breathing carbon monoxide may cause headaches.  Who is right?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 16. 

When treating a burn, you should… (check one box only)
a.
Not apply any ointments or lotions
c.
Puncture blisters
b.
Cover the burn with a tight dressing
d.
Give alcohol
 

 17. 

The risk of hearing damage in the shop can best be minimized by
a.
Using ear plug and/ or ear muffs
b.
Working out of doors whenever possible
c.
Avoiding the use of loud equipment or tools
d.
Using power tools only once a day
 

 18. 

Material Safety Data Sheets provide information about: (check one box only)
a.
Ground storage of old chemicals
c.
The purchase cost of chemicals
b.
The purchase requirements of chemicals
d.
Handling, use and storage of chemicals
 

 19. 

Which of the following procedures is essential before a used oil filter can be disposed of as ordinary solid waste?
a.
The filter must be hot drained for at least 12 hours at 70?
c.
The filter must be hot drained for 12 hours at room temperature
b.
The filter must be hot drained for 6 hours at room temperature
d.
The filter must be hot drained for at least 8 hours at 75° F
 

 20. 

Which of these is correct when considering shop rules:
a.
Always wear safety glasses, and other required protective equipment
b.
Oily rags should be stored in uncovered garbage containers
c.
Properly grounded power tools may be left unattended
d.
Breathing in dust may cause cancer
 

 21. 

The features of a "Caution" sign are: (check one box only)
a.
Yellow background, black text
c.
Orange background, black text
b.
Red background, black text
d.
Green background, black text
 

 22. 

In the automotive shop, a fire extinguisher can be located
a.
near each door
c.
in the tool-crib
b.
one on each wall
d.
there are no fire extriguishers in the shop
 

 23. 

When cleaning tools, you should use two types of rag. They are… (check one box only)
a.
Dry and oily
c.
Oily and greasy
b.
Wet and dry
d.
Coarse and smooth
 

 24. 

Technician A says that Class B fires are extinguishable using water.  Technician B says that Class D fires are extinguishable using a dry chemical extinguisher.  Who is right?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 25. 

A fire involving gasoline is classed as a… (check one box only)
a.
"A" Class fire
b.
"B" Class fire
c.
"C" Class fire
d.
"D" Class fire
 

 26. 

What personal protection should you use when working with corrosive chemicals? (check one box
only)
a.
Eye and ear protection
c.
Eye, hand and respiration protection
b.
Eye and respiration protection
d.
Hand protection
 

 27. 

A fire involving electricity is classed as a… (check one box only)
a.
"A" Class fire
b.
"B" Class fire
c.
"C" Class fire
d.
"D" Class fire
 

 28. 

In the case of a building fire the procedure will involve leaving a building and… (check one box
only)
a.
Staying outside until the all clear is given
c.
Going home
b.
Assembling at a mustering point
d.
Closing and locking all doors
 

 29. 

Two technicians are discussing shop hazards.  Technician A says high-pressure air from an air gun may penetrate the skin.  Technician B says air in the blood stream may be fatal.  Who is right?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 30. 

Technician A says when driving a vehicle into or out of the shop, you should stop just before the door and tap the horn. Technician B says, you should drive slowly when driving a vehicle into the shop. Who's right?
a.
Technician A only
c.
Both technician A and B
b.
Technician B only
d.
Neither technician A and B
 

 31. 

When cleaning electrical equipment, you should remove any oil or dirt with a… (check one box
only)
a.
Oily rag
c.
Dry rag
b.
Wet rag
d.
Greasy rag
 

 32. 

A technician is lifting a heavy object.  Technician A says to bend your back while grasping the object.  Technician B says to place your feet as close as possible to the object.  Who is correct?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 33. 

What is the emergency contact number for fire, ambulance and police? (check one box only)
a.
000
c.
999
b.
911
d.
0
 

 34. 

A gas that has proven to cause cancer in laboratory animals is which of these:
a.
Hydrocarbon
c.
Carbon monoxide
b.
Carbon dioxide
d.
Oxides of Nitrogen
 

 35. 

Technician A says that a storm sewer is a direct link to streams and rivers.  Technician B says that Federal regulations require automotive repair shops to notify the local WWTP if any measurable amount of used oil enters a floor drain. Who is right?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 36. 

While discussing shop rules: Technician A says loose long hair in the shop presents no problem.  Technician B says breathing carbon monoxide may cause headaches.  Who is right?
a.
A only
c.
Both A and B
b.
B only
d.
Neither A nor B
 

 37. 

In an emergency evacuation, when meeting at an appropriate assembly point, you should…
(check one box only)
a.
Get comfortable
c.
Go back and get your possessions
b.
Count your co-workers
d.
Talk amongst yourselves
 

 38. 

The features of a "Danger" sign are: (check one box only)
a.
Red background, white text
c.
Orange background, white text
b.
Yellow background, white text
d.
Green background, white text
 

 39. 

All lifts, jacks, and safety stands have a __________ limit that has to  be considered before lifting and/or supporting a vehicle.
a.
minimum load
c.
specific gravity
b.
load limit
d.
none of the above
 

 40. 

Before walking under any lift, you should make sure  __________.
a.
the power is off
c.
locks are engaged
b.
you have a spotter
d.
none of the above
 



 
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