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WorksheetsChapter 1 Safety
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 20mins
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.
To prevent foot and toe injury, what should be worn in the small engine shop?
safety shoes
flip flops
crocs
tennis shoes
Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas produced by running gasoline engines. Breathing small amounts of carbon monoxide will cause __?
blindness and hearing loss
drowsiness and headaches
nothing
problems
If an engine must be operated in the shop, what precautions should be taken to avoid inhalation of carbon monoxide fumes?
keep doors shut
turn a fan on
turn on exhaust fan and open large doors and windows
A lethal (deadly) amount of carbon monoxide gas can accumulate in a closed garage in approximately _ minutes?
10
2
5
3
Name another source of toxic fumes commonly found in the small engine shop. (a)
Flammable liquids should always be stored in specifically designed __.
closed containers
metal drawers
cabinets
open containers
When using hammers, handles must be in good condition and hammer heads must be _ so that they do not come off,
red
loose
secure
wobbly
When using wrenches, it is best to _ on them to prevent injuring knuckles and hands.
press
stand
pull
Power tools should have all _ and shields in place.
(a)
What is the purpose of a "dead man switch" on power tools?
should be worn when working with chemicals
automatically shuts the tool off when the operator releases the control button
the temperature at which an oil will flash and burn
a set of materials and tools used for giving emergency treatment to a sick or injured person
When lifting heavy objects, you should always lift with your
legs
back
arms
all of the above
To minimize strain when lifting heavy objects, keep you _ as straight as possible.
(a)
Avoid carrying objects that may obstruct your _?
mind
arm
view
status
Electrical equipment used in the shop can cause _ or electrical _ if not maintained properly.
carbon monoxide, gas
shock, fires
harm, gas
Why should you never operate engines at speeds exceeding those recommended by the manufacturer?
It is illegal.
parts can break loose from the engine
it will void warranty
When an engine is running, all _ and _ should be in place.
oil and bolts
numbers and parts
shrouds and guards
Some engine ignition systems produce voltages as high as _ volts and can cause electrical shock.
(a)
To prevent hearing loss, engines should always be operated with _ installed.
(a)
