PPE - Personal Protective Equipment

Studies show that no eye protection was worn in over what percentage of daily eye accidents?

• 30%

• 40%

• 60%

• 80%

If the safety spectacle is industrial quality, it will have "Z__" stamped on the frame and the manufacturer's trademark will be on the lens. Fill in the blank.

• 87

• 88

• 89

• 90

When should earplugs be worn in the laboratory?

• A) When the laboratory is quiet

• B) When the laboratory is expected to be especially noisy (90 dB or above) or noisy for extended periods of time

• C) When using a computer

• D) When reading a book

What type of clothing is recommended for body protection?

• Short sleeves and sandals

• Shirts with long sleeves buttoned at the cuff, slacks without cuffs, and closed toe shoes or boots without laces

• T-shirts and flip-flops

• Sleeveless tops and open-toe shoes

Why should loose-fitting or flowing clothing be avoided around machinery?

• It can get caught in machinery.

• It is uncomfortable.

• It is expensive.

• It is fashionable.

Gloves help protect the worker against (a)   .

• Electrical shock and burns

• Cold weather

• Dirt and dust

• Water

Welding produces metal oxide fumes that can ______ and damage the lungs.

• irritate

• soothe

• heal

• nourish

Wearing the proper personal protection equipment for the job is important because:

• it ensures safety and reduces the risk of injury.

• it is a fashion statement.

• it is optional and not necessary.

• it is only required by law.

To operate a fire extinguisher, what does the second 'S' in the acronym PASS stand for?

• Sweep the hose back and forth at the base of the fire

• Stop the fire from spreading

• Shut off the fuel source

• Sound the alarm

What is the first step to take in the event of an injury according to the 'First Response' instructions?

• Call emergency services

• Apply first aid

• Check for danger

• Reassure the injured person