Safety and Electrical Protection Flashcard

Front

True or False: The purpose of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is to protect against fire hazards.

Back

False

Front

Which of the following is the most important reason to wear safety glasses in a construction environment? To improve visibility, To protect eyes from flying debris and particles, To reduce eye strain, To follow industry fashion trends

Back

To protect eyes from flying debris and particles

Front

True or False: Hard hats should be worn with the bill facing backward to provide better neck protection.

Back

False

Front

What should you do first when you discover damaged electrical equipment on a jobsite?

Back

Tag it as defective and report it to your supervisor.

Front

Which tool would be most appropriate for driving nails into wood?

Back

Claw hammer

Front

True or False: It's safe to use a ladder with broken or missing rungs as long as you're careful.

Back

False

Front

Calculate the area of a rectangular floor measuring 12 feet by 16 feet.

Back

192 square feet

Front

What is the purpose of a respirator on a construction site?

Back

To protect the lungs from harmful dust and fumes

Front

True or False: When using a circular saw, it's best to remove the blade guard to improve visibility.

Back

False

Front

If a wall is 8 feet high and 15 feet long, how many square feet of drywall will you need to cover it?

Back

120 square feet