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Safety Study Guide Rev 8/21/2018

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 18mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of SAFETY?

a)

Condition of being safe, freedom from danger.

b)

Unintentional event that causes injury or property damage.

c)

Given the victim of an accident until the doctor arrives.

d)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

2.

What does OSHA stand for and what is its purpose?

a)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Designed to insure safe and sanitary working conditions.

b)

Office of Safety and Health Association. Responsible for workplace insurance.

c)

Organization for Sanitary Health Advancement. Focused on employee benefits.

d)

Occupational Standards and Health Agency. Oversees workplace training.

3.

Which color is used for Fire Protection in the safety color code?

a)

Red

b)

Yellow

c)

Orange

d)

Green

4.

Which of the following is a personal safety rule?

a)

Confine long hair around moving equipment

b)

No horseplay

c)

Store oily rags in metal containers

d)

Use compressed air for its intended purpose

5.

Fill in the blank: You should _______ to prevent diseases in the shop.

a)

Wash hands frequently

b)

Leave food uncovered

c)

Ignore spills

d)

Share personal items

6.

What should you do if you find defective tools in the shop?

a)

Report all defective tools to the instructor

b)

Ignore the defective tools and continue working

c)

Try to fix the tools yourself without telling anyone

d)

Lend the defective tools to a friend

7.

Which of the following is NOT a general shop rule?

a)

Report all accidents to the instructor immediately

b)

Operate hazardous machines without instructions

c)

Keep the shop and floor clean and clear at all times

d)

Store oily rags in metal containers

8.

What should you do before performing maintenance on power equipment?

a)

Disconnect the power from equipment before performing maintenance

b)

Wear sandals while working

c)

Increase the power supply

d)

Ignore safety procedures

9.

What is the proper way to walk in the shop?

a)

Walk (Don't Run)

b)

Run quickly

c)

Skip around

d)

Crawl on the floor

e)

Jump from table to table

10.

What should you do with oily rags in the shop?

a)

Store oily rags in metal containers

b)

Leave them on the workbench

c)

Throw them in the regular trash can

d)

Hang them to dry on a wooden rack

11.

What is one safety rule involving hand tools?

a)

Use the proper tool for the job

b)

Use any tool available, regardless of its condition

c)

Carry tools in your pockets

d)

Ignore damaged tools

12.

What should you do after finishing working with a tool?

a)

Clean and return when finished working

b)

Leave it where you last used it

c)

Give it to someone else without cleaning

d)

Throw it away if you don't need it

13.

How should you use a tool?

a)

Use properly

b)

Use carelessly

c)

Ignore instructions

d)

Break it intentionally

e)

Use without knowledge

14.

When should you use a cold chisel?

a)

Use only if sharp without mushroomed ends

b)

Use when it is rusty

c)

Use when it is bent

d)

Use when it is dull

15.

What safety equipment should you use when working with a cold chisel?

a)

Use a full face shield

b)

Wear sandals

c)

Use bare hands

d)

Wear sunglasses

16.

How should you hold a cold chisel when striking?

a)

Hold firmly against work when striking

b)

Hold loosely and away from the work

c)

Grip with both hands and swing the chisel

d)

Rest the chisel on your foot while striking

17.

What should you consider when selecting a cold chisel for a job?

a)

Select correct size and shape for job

b)

Choose the chisel based on its color

c)

Pick the chisel with the highest price

d)

Select the chisel with the longest handle

18.

What is the only use for a screwdriver?

a)

Use only for turning screws, nothing else

b)

Use for opening paint cans

c)

Use for prying open boxes

d)

Use for stirring paint

19.

What should you consider when choosing a screwdriver?

a)

Use the right size and shape for the job

b)

Choose the most colorful screwdriver

c)

Pick the heaviest screwdriver available

d)

Select any screwdriver regardless of the screw type

20.

Why should you not hold work in one hand and a screwdriver in the other?

a)

Can slip and cut hands

b)

It makes the screwdriver heavier

c)

It increases the speed of work

d)

It improves accuracy

21.

When should you use a screwdriver?

a)

Use only if in good condition

b)

Use even if the handle is broken

c)

Use if the tip is worn out

d)

Use if it is rusty

22.

What should you not use pliers for?

a)

Do not use to loosen or tighten anything

b)

Do not use to cut wires

c)

Do not use to hold objects

d)

Do not use to bend metal

23.

What should you do before cutting a taut wire with pliers?

a)

Secure on both sides of intended cut to prevent dangerous recoil when severed

b)

Wear gloves to avoid fingerprints on the wire

c)

Cut as quickly as possible to minimize effort

d)

Hold the wire with bare hands for better grip

24.

What safety equipment should you wear when hammering?

a)

Wear a full face shield when hammering

b)

Wear sandals when hammering

c)

Wear a woolen cap when hammering

d)

Wear sunglasses when hammering

25.

What should you check before using a hammer?

a)

Be sure the hammer is in good condition

b)

Make sure the hammer is painted red

c)

Check if the hammer is made of plastic

d)

Ensure the hammer is stored in a toolbox

26.

How can you prevent a hammer from slipping from your hand?

a)

Keep handle clean to prevent slipping from your hand

b)

Wear slippery gloves while using the hammer

c)

Apply oil to the handle for smoothness

d)

Hold the hammer loosely while working

27.

What should you consider when selecting a vise for a job?

a)

Make sure it is heavy enough for the job

b)

Choose the one with the brightest color

c)

Pick the smallest vise available

d)

Select the one with the most handles

28.

What should you do after using a vise?

a)

Close and turn handle down when finished

b)

Leave the vise open and walk away

c)

Tighten the vise as much as possible

d)

Remove the handle from the vise

29.

What should you use when working with round items in a vise?

a)

Use the vise inserts or 'V' blocks

b)

Use a hammer to secure them

c)

Place them directly without support

d)

Wrap them in cloth only

30.

What should you do before loosening a vise?

a)

Hold objects firmly before loosening vise to keep it from falling on you

b)

Spray oil on the vise handle

c)

Tap the vise with a hammer

d)

Wear rubber gloves

31.

When should you operate an engine under close supervision?

a)

Only if there is an exhaust gas removing system connected to exhaust

b)

Whenever the engine is cold

c)

Only during routine maintenance

d)

When the fuel tank is full

32.

What should you do when working around hot engines?

a)

Use caution when working around hot engines

b)

Wear sandals while working around hot engines

c)

Ignore safety warnings around hot engines

d)

Touch the engine to check if it's hot

33.

What should you not do when starting an engine?

a)

Do not pour gasoline into the carburetor when starting

b)

Check the oil level before starting

c)

Ensure the gear is in neutral

d)

Turn on the ignition switch

34.

What should you check before starting a vehicle engine?

a)

Make sure it is in PARK (automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL (standard transmission), Park brake set and wheels chocked

b)

Check if the headlights are turned on

c)

Ensure the air conditioning is running

d)

Verify the radio is off

35.

Why should you keep sparks and flames away from a battery?

a)

It may explode

b)

It may stop working

c)

It may lose charge

d)

It may get cold

36.

What should you do when replacing a battery?

a)

Remove ground cable first and install last when replacing battery

b)

Remove positive cable first and install last when replacing battery

c)

Remove both cables at the same time

d)

Leave all cables connected during replacement

37.

What should you do before removing battery leads?

a)

Make sure charger is off before removing leads

b)

Check the battery fluid level

c)

Disconnect the alternator first

d)

Turn on the ignition switch

38.

Why should you not lay tools on top of a battery?

a)

May cause spark

b)

It will drain the battery faster

c)

It will make the battery heavier

d)

It will improve battery performance

39.

How should you move a battery?

a)

Use battery strap or carrier to move battery

b)

Roll the battery on its side

c)

Drag the battery by its terminals

d)

Lift the battery with bare hands

40.

Which of the following is NOT a proper way to store gasoline?

a)

Store in approved safety containers

b)

Do not operate engine if there is a fuel leak

c)

Do not use gas to clean parts

d)

Only bring enough gas in shop for immediate use

41.

What should you do if your clothes become soaked with oil or gas?

a)

Change oil/gas soaked clothes immediately

b)

Let the clothes dry naturally before wearing again

c)

Wipe off the oil/gas and continue wearing

d)

Spray perfume to mask the smell

42.

What should you learn the location and use of, according to the safety rules?

a)

All fire extinguishers

b)

All windows

c)

All desks

d)

All computers

43.

When using a bench grinder, what type of shield should you use?

a)

A full face shield

b)

Safety goggles only

c)

No shield is necessary

d)

A welding helmet

44.

Which of the following is NOT an equipment safety rule for a bench grinder?

a)

Use a full face shield

b)

Keep tool rest in place and properly adjusted

c)

Do not overload motor

d)

Use suitable hand protection

e)

Use gasoline to clean parts

45.

When using lifting devices, what should you always use when working under a vehicle on a jack?

a)

Jackstands

b)

Wheel chocks

c)

Ramps

d)

Blocks of wood

46.

What should you do before raising or lowering a vehicle with a lifting device?

a)

Make sure everything is clear

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Turn on the headlights

d)

Release the parking brake

47.

What should you do before plugging in drills and grinders?

a)

Make sure switches are in the OFF position

b)

Check if the cord is tangled

c)

Plug in while the switch is ON

d)

Use without checking the power source

48.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the fire triangle?

a)

A. Fuel

b)

B. Heat

c)

C. Oxygen

d)

D. Water

49.

Class B fires occur in which type of material?

a)

Wood, paper, cloth

b)

Flammable liquids such as gas and oil or paint thinners

c)

Electrical equipment

d)

Combustible metals (iron and magnesium)

50.

Which class of fire occurs in electrical equipment?

a)

Class C

b)

Class A

c)

Class B

d)

Class D

51.

What type of fire extinguisher should be used on Class A fires?

a)

Pressurized Water

b)

Carbon Dioxide

c)

Dry Chemical

d)

Foam

52.

Foam extinguishers are used on ______ fires.

a)

Class A

b)

Class B

c)

Class C

d)

Class D

53.

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extinguishers are used on ______ and ______ fires.

a)

Class B, Class C

b)

Class A, Class D

c)

Class A, Class B

d)

Class D, Class C

54.

Dry Chemical extinguishers are used on ______, ______, and ______ fires. (Fill in the blanks)

a)

Class A, Class B, Class C

b)

Class B, Class C, Class D

c)

Class A, Class D, Class K

d)

Class C, Class D, Class K

55.

Dry Powder extinguishers are used on ______ fires.

a)

Class D

b)

Class A

c)

Class B

d)

Class C