Chapter 1 Safety

Failure to adhere to safety rules in a small gas engine shop could lead to _ or death.

(a)  

Name two things that can cause falls when left on the shop floor.

(a)  

Where should gas- and oil-saturated rags be stored?

• upstairs

• in a plastic container

• in an approved container designed for storing flammable waste

• in a container that seals shut

Gasoline and other flammable liquids give off vapors that can EXPLODE if exposed to ______ or ______.

(a)  

Never pour gasoline into the tank of a (a)   engine.

The highly flammable and explosive gas given off by the batteries used in battery-operated ignition systems is (a)   .

Battery acid can cause severe burns if it contacts skin or eyes. What are several things you can do in case of accidental contact with battery acid?

• flood skin or eyes with clean water

• notify your instructor immediately

• see a doctor if necessary

• all of the above

When working with hazardous chemical __ and __ should be worn.

(a)  

What are three items that are hazardous when worn around moving engine parts or rotating machinery.

• hats, belts, jeans

• jeans, boots, loose clothing

• neckties, jewelry, loose clothing

To prevent eye injury, always wear approved (a)   when working in the small engine shop.