Set Construction

Many theaters have a ___________________ that can close off the performing area from the auditorium in case of a fire on stage.

• Fire Extinguisher

• Folding Partition

• Fire Curtain

• Fire Alarm

Every theater should have working, regularly tested fire extinguishers available in key areas.These extinguishers should be:

• ABC Rated

• A Rated

• B Rated

• C Rated

Besides being dangerous, a blocked fire exit could lead to:

• Not being able to move scenery at the right time

• Not being able to move scenery to the right location

• The theater being shut down during an impromptu inspection by the local Fire Department

• An actor being late for an entrance

Never wear the following item(s) when working on or backstage:

• Loose fitting clothing

• Jewelry

• Sandals

• All of the above

Long hair can be a very serious problem in the theater if:

• It is not tied up

• You are working with a power saw

• You are working with a power drill

• All the above

Never wear _______________ to work in the theater:

• Shirts with collars

• Sandals

• Jeans

• All of the above

A few of the typical times to wear work gloves would be:

• During load-in

• Taking out trash

• Working a fly system.

• All of the above

Never use personal stereos or play music at high volumes while you're working in the theater because:

• If there is an emergency, you want to be able to hear what it is.

• Not everyone on the stage will like the same kind of music, and some people will get angry.

• You get that funny flat spot across the top of your hair from headphones.

• All of the above.

Which of the following ladder safety rules is INCORRECT?

• Don't stand above the safe level.

• You can have 2 people at a time on a ladder, if they're on opposite sides.

• Make sure the ladder is rated for the weight of the person climbing it.

• Never leave tools on top of a ladder, even for a few seconds.

If you build on stage, you should:

• Clean and flameproof your curtains regularly.

• Have your dimmers cleaned out regularly.

• Only use flameproof fabrics.

• All of the above.