Shop and Personal Safety Test Prep

Which of the following is considered a shop safety guideline?

• Keeping the shop free of hazards

• All of the above

• Following federal guidelines for safe practices

• Using tools and equipment correctly

What are the two main federal agencies that issue guidelines and oversee safety in the workplace?

• FDA and EPA

• OSHA and EPA

• FDA and OSHA

• None of the above

Protective equipment (including protective clothing and eyewear) should be worn:

• At the user’s discretion

• At all times in the shop

• Whenever there is an inspection

• Never

Which one of the following is NOT considered a rule for safely handling tools and equipment?

• Disregard manufacturer’s recommendations for proper usage of tools

• Do not use compressed air to blow dirt or aim air hose at another person

• Inspect tools and equipment for defects or malfunctions before use

• Do not operate any piece of equipment unless trained

Which of the following precautions should you follow to safely lift objects?

• All of the above

• Use gloves if the object has jagged edges

• Avoid greasy or wet floors

• Use your knees to bend instead of your back

Which one of the following eye protection guidelines is NOT correct?

• Splash-resistant goggles when dealing with hazardous chemicals

• Proper glasses and wire mesh goggles or plastic spectacles with side shields around impact hazards like grinding areas

• Welding hood or helmet while welding

• Sunglasses if welding is being performed close to work area

Which of the following is an example of proper grooming and hygiene in the shop?

• All of the above

• Not wearing jewelry

• Refraining from wearing loose or baggy clothing

• Wearing a cap or pulling back long hair

Which one of the following is NOT considered a safety guideline for working with hazardous materials?

• Be careful to prevent spills, damage to vehicles, or unsafe situations/conditions

• Properly store chemicals and used rags.

• Pour excess chemicals down the drain.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and material safety data sheets

Which of the following should be kept away from flammable chemicals?

• Sparks

• All of the above

• Electrical devices

• Hot materials

Which of the following is NOT an item you should use in the event of a shop fire?

• Fire starter

• Fire blanket

• Fire alarm

• Fire extinguisher