WorksheetsFire Safety and construction Safety Terms
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Risk
The possibility of suffering injury or harm resulting from a hazard.
A method to eliminate all hazards.
A guarantee of safety in all situations.
An assessment of potential rewards without considering dangers.
Class C Fire
A fire caused by flammable liquids.
An electrical fire that is extinguished with a carbon dioxide (CO₂) fire extinguisher.
A fire that involves combustible materials like wood and paper.
A fire that is extinguished with water.
Class K Fire
A fire that can be extinguished with water only.
A cooking oil or fat fire that can be extinguished with CO₂ (carbon dioxide), dry powder extinguishing agents, or by smothering.
A fire caused by electrical equipment that requires a special extinguisher.
A fire that occurs in a laboratory setting involving chemicals.
Irritant
A substance that produces inflammation when it contacts the skin, eyes, nose, or respiratory system.
A substance that soothes and heals skin irritations.
A substance that causes allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
A substance that is used to enhance the effectiveness of medications.
Toxics
Substances that are beneficial to health, such as vitamins.
Substances that are harmful to health, such as poisons.
Substances that have no effect on health, such as water.
Substances that are only harmful in large quantities, such as salt.
Image of a classroom setting with a teacher and students discussing safety.
Safety protocols in the classroom
How to use a fire extinguisher
The importance of teamwork
Best practices for classroom decoration
Ground
A source that absorbs stray electrical charge.
A type of electrical circuit.
A method of increasing voltage.
A device that stores electrical energy.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety equipment that an individual wears for protection against safety hazards.
Clothing worn for fashion purposes.
Equipment used for recreational activities.
Tools used for construction work.
Preventive Maintenance
Regular inspection, cleaning, and repair of equipment to prevent unexpected failure.
Only repairing equipment after it has failed.
Routine checks without any cleaning or repairs.
Upgrading equipment to the latest technology.
Class B Fire
A fire involving flammable liquids extinguished with a dry chemical or CO₂ extinguisher.
A fire involving electrical equipment extinguished with water.
A fire involving ordinary combustibles like wood and paper.
A fire involving cooking oils extinguished with foam.
Labels
User instructions found on most construction products.
A type of adhesive used in construction.
A safety warning for hazardous materials.
A decorative element for packaging.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
A device that protects people from dangerous levels of electrical current by measuring the current difference between two conductors of an electrical circuit.
A type of circuit breaker that only works with high voltage systems.
A safety device that increases the voltage in a circuit to prevent overloads.
A tool used for measuring electrical resistance in a circuit.
Class D Fire
A fire caused by flammable liquids that is extinguished with water.
A fire involving electrical equipment that is extinguished with foam.
A combustible metal fire that is extinguished with dry powder extinguishing agents.
A fire that occurs in a confined space and is extinguished with carbon dioxide.
Right-to-Know Rule
An OSHA rule that mandates workers to wear protective gear at all times.
An OSHA rule that requires employers to provide health insurance to all employees.
An OSHA rule that says every worker has a right to know about any substances on the job that might be harmful to humans.
An OSHA rule that allows workers to take breaks whenever they want.
Voltage
The electrical pressure that causes current to flow, measured in volts.
The resistance to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms.
The rate at which electrical energy is consumed, measured in watts.
The total amount of electric charge, measured in coulombs.
OSHA
An abbreviation for the state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administrations, referring to laws and regulations intended to keep workers safe.
Office of Safety and Health Administration, focusing on workplace productivity.
Occupational Standards and Health Act, aimed at improving employee benefits.
Occupational Safety and Health Agency, responsible for workplace inspections.
Class A Fire
A fire involving ordinary materials like paper, cardboard, and wood that is extinguished with water.
A fire involving flammable liquids such as gasoline and oil.
A fire that occurs in electrical equipment and requires special extinguishing agents.
A fire involving metals that require dry powder extinguishers.
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Specific practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected startup of machinery and equipment.
A method for training employees on safety protocols.
A system for managing workplace hazards and risks.
A procedure for conducting regular equipment maintenance.
Inhalation
Breathing in a substance, typically in the form of gas, fumes, or dust.
Exhaling air from the lungs.
The process of digesting food in the stomach.
Absorbing nutrients through the skin.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
A form that provides information about a product and its uses.
A document that lists the ingredients of a product only.
A form that gives complete information about a product and what to do in the event of exposure.
A summary of the product's marketing strategy.
