EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN

Which of the following emergencies can happen at a workplace? (Select all that apply.)

• A.  Floods and blizzards

• B.  Fires and explosions

• C.  Hurricanes and tornadoes

• D.  Earthquakes and tsunamis

• Chemical spills and toxic gas releases

Which of the following statements about evacuation routes are false? (Select all that apply.)

• A.  They should be kept dark

• B.  There should be only one for every work area

• C.  It's OK for them to be cluttered during non-emergencies

• D.  Evacuation route maps should be clearly posted in work areas

Unique hazards at your workplace might require the use of which of the following PPE in an emergency? (Select all that apply.)

• A.  Respirator

• B.  Atmospheric monitor

• C.  Chemical suit, hood, gloves, and boots

• D.  Equipment that protects from extreme temperatures

Emergency training is important because practicing emergency procedures in advance can help save lives during a true emergency.

• A.  True

• B.  False

Doors located along an emergency exit route that are NOT emergency exits should be marked with signs that say "Not an exit" or something similar.

• A.  True

• B.  False

Which of the following would NOT be appropriate for an emergency exit?

• A.  Having it be clearly visible

• B.  Marking it with an "EXIT" sign

• C.  Keeping it free from obstructions that block access to it

• D.  Locking it so it cannot be opened from inside during non-emergencies

Which of the following statements about PPE is correct?

• A.  During an emergency, immediately take off all PPE

• B.  During an emergency, immediately put on any PPE you can find

• C.  During an emergency, appropriate PPE may sometimes be required

During an emergency evacuation, employees assigned special emergency roles may have to do which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A.  Evacuate the building

• B.  Account for all personnel

• C.  Respond to the emergency

• D.  Coordinate emergency responses

• E.  Stay behind to shut down machines

Which of the following PPE might be required in a workplace emergency? (Select all that apply.)

• A.  Hard hat

• B.  Eye protection such as safety glasses or goggles

• C.  Safety footwear

• D.  Face shields or other face protection

Which one of the following is NOT included in a typical emergency action plan?

• A.  Established evacuation routes

• B.  Methods for accounting for all personnel

• C.  Methods for reporting fires or other emergencies

• D.  Methods for increasing the number of products produced

• E.  Procedures for employees assigned special roles