General Shop Safety

Metal, dirt, sawdust, printer filament as well as _______ are just some of the hazards your eyes can become exposed to in the shop.

• pressurized gases.

• water vapor.

• wood shavings.

• plastic particles.

Eye protection should be worn in the shop to prevent:

• Injury from flying debris

• Improved vision

• Better concentration

• Enhanced style

Prescription glasses offer sufficient protection and can be worn as a substitute for safety glasses.

• True

• False

The purpose of an eyewash station is to:

• Provide a place to wash hands

• Rinse chemicals from the eyes

• Store safety equipment

• Clean laboratory equipment

Which of the following is a reason to avoid loose, baggy clothing in certain environments?

• It is fashionable

• It can easily become caught by moving parts and machinery

• It is comfortable

What should you do if you need to lift a heavy object beyond your ability?

• Ask for help from someone else.

• Try to lift it quickly to avoid strain.

• Ignore the weight and lift it anyway.

• Use only your back to lift the object.

Gloves should always be worn around moving equipment. True or False

• True

• False

When lifting heavy objects you should bend at your _______.

• Legs

• Knees

• Back

• Neck

How many fire extinguishers are in our shop?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Before working in an area, one should always:

• Make sure the area is clear of trash and other hazardous objects.

• Be aware of others working in the area.

• Make sure the area is dry

• All of the above.