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Glossary of Terms - Protective Equipment

Total questions: 70

Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Fill in the blank: ________ means being free of dirt or debris without being damaged by the cleaning process.

a)

Cleanable

b)

Brittle

c)

Disposable

d)

Stainable

2.

Fill in the blank: ________ are protective devices designed to safeguard the user's eyes from a variety of hazards. They are generally used to provide primary protection against impacts and optical radiation.

a)

Safety glasses

b)

Gloves

c)

Helmets

d)

Earplugs

3.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a protective equipment generally used to protect the user's face, or parts of it, as well as the eyes, from a variety of hazards. They are secondary protectors and should only be used together with primary protection devices.

a)

Face shield

b)

Safety gloves

c)

Ear plugs

d)

Respirator

4.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a lens that protects against various degrees of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared rays.

a)

Filter lens

b)

Convex lens

c)

Concave lens

d)

Bifocal lens

5.

Fill in the blank: ________ is the part of the frame of a protective device that is intended to hold the lens or lenses.

a)

Front

b)

Temple

c)

Bridge

d)

Arm

6.

Fill in the blank: ________ is an uncomfortably bright light that does not include dangerous levels of ultraviolet or infrared light.

a)

Glare

b)

Shadow

c)

Reflection

d)

Diffraction

7.

Fill in the blank: ________ fit directly to the face surrounding the eyes to protect them from a variety of hazards. They can be used as the primary protector or in combination with other eye and face protection.

a)

Goggles

b)

Helmet

c)

Gloves

d)

Earplugs

8.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a handheld welding helmet.

a)

Hand shield

b)

Face mask

c)

Safety glasses

d)

Welder's apron

9.

Fill in the blank: ________ is the part of the protective equipment, such as a safety helmet, hood, or face shield, that holds the device on the user's head.

a)

Head harness

b)

Visor

c)

Chin strap

d)

Earplug

10.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a protective equipment that covers the head, neck, and part of the shoulders.

a)

Hood

b)

Gloves

c)

Boots

d)

Apron

11.

Fill in the blank: ________ is the ability of a device to withstand impacts.

a)

Impact resistance

b)

Thermal conductivity

c)

Electrical conductivity

d)

Flexibility

12.

Fill in the blank: ________ is an invisible electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths in the range of 0.70 to 1000 μm.

a)

Infrared Radiation (IR)

b)

Ultraviolet Radiation (UV)

c)

Visible Light

d)

X-rays

13.

Fill in the blank: ________ is an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation. It is a cavity with mirrors at the ends, filled with material such as crystal, glass, liquid, gas, or dye. It produces an intense beam of light with the unique properties of coherence, collimation, and monochromaticity.

a)

Laser

b)

Radar

c)

Sonar

d)

Masor

14.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a lens designed and tested to resist breaking when impacted by an object.

a)

Impact resistant

b)

Photochromic

c)

Polarized

d)

Bifocal

15.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a lens that is permanently attached to a frame.

a)

Non-removable lens

b)

Removable lens

c)

Detachable frame

d)

Replaceable glass

16.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a lens made for the specific visual correction of an individual.

a)

Prescriptive Lens

b)

Decorative Lens

c)

Magnifying Lens

d)

Polarized Lens

17.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a lens that is designed for visual tasks that require unusual light filtering.

a)

Special Purpose Lens

b)

Standard Lens

c)

Bifocal Lens

d)

Progressive Lens

18.

Fill in the blank: A lens that can be raised from its usual position downward as needed is called _________.

a)

Liftable Front

b)

Foldable Rear

c)

Rotating Side

d)

Tiltable Top

19.

Fill in the blank: The range of electromagnetic radiation frequencies detected by the eye, or the range of wavelengths from approximately 400 to 760 nm, is called ________.

a)

Light

b)

Ultrasound

c)

Infrared

d)

X-rays

20.

Fill in the blank: A logarithmic expression for the attenuation produced by an attenuating medium, such as an eye protection filter, is called ________.

a)

Optical Density

b)

Luminous Flux

c)

Refractive Index

d)

Transmittance

21.

Fill in the blank: Ultraviolet, visible, and infrared radiation (0.35-1.4 μm) that falls within the transmittance region of the human eye is called ________.

a)

Optical radiation

b)

Gamma radiation

c)

Microwave radiation

d)

Radio radiation

22.

Fill in the blank: A lens designed to darken when exposed to sunlight and lighten when removed from sunlight is called a ________.

a)

Photochromic lens

b)

Polarized lens

c)

Bifocal lens

d)

Convex lens

23.

Fill in the blank: A personal protective device such as safety glasses or goggles that can be used alone or in combination with a secondary protector is called a ________.

a)

Primary protector

b)

Face shield

c)

Respirator

d)

Earplug

24.

Fill in the blank: The energy in the form of electromagnetic waves, usually expressed in units of Joules (watt-seconds), is called ________.

a)

Radiant energy (Q)

b)

Thermal energy

c)

Chemical energy

d)

Mechanical energy

25.

Fill in the blank: The personal protective equipment that can only be used in combination with a primary protector is called ________.

a)

Secondary protector

b)

Primary protector

c)

Insulating glove

d)

Face shield

26.

Fill in the blank: A device placed on the front part of the frame designed to provide angular protection against impact hazards is called ________.

a)

Side shield

b)

Lens cover

c)

Nose pad

d)

Temple

27.

Fill in the blank: The component of an eye and face protection device that extends from the frame to the ear, designed to fit the user and keep the device in place, is called ________.

a)

Temple

b)

Lens

c)

Bridge

d)

Shield

28.

Fill in the blank: Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths between soft X-rays and visible violet light, often divided into UV-A (315-400 nm), UV-B (280-315 nm), and UV-C (100-280 nm), is called ________.

a)

Ultraviolet Radiation (UV)

b)

Infrared Radiation (IR)

c)

Gamma Rays

d)

Microwaves

29.

Fill in the blank: The electromagnetic radiation that can be detected by the human eye, commonly used to describe wavelengths in the range between 400 nm and 700-780 nm, is called ________.

a)

Visible radiation (light)

b)

Infrared radiation

c)

Ultraviolet radiation

d)

Microwave radiation

30.

Fill in the blank: The length of the light wave, which is usually measured from crest to crest and determines its color, is called ________.

a)

Wavelength

b)

Frequency

c)

Amplitude

d)

Photon

31.

Fill in the blank: A protective device that uses special absorbent lenses to filter intense light and radiant energy produced during welding operations is called a ________.

a)

Welding helmet

b)

Safety glasses

c)

Face mask

d)

Safety helmet

32.

Fill in the blank: A transparent protective device is called a ________.

a)

Window

b)

Curtain

c)

Wall

d)

Door

33.

Fill in the blank: A window that is permanently attached to a frame or support is called ________.

a)

Non-removable window

b)

Removable window

c)

Sliding window

d)

Casement window

34.

Which of the following is NOT considered personal protective equipment (PPE)?

a)

Safety glasses

b)

Helmet

c)

Uniform

d)

Gloves

35.

Employers are responsible for:

a)

Providing PPE to employees at no cost

b)

Training employees in the proper use of PPE

c)

Ensuring that PPE is maintained and replaced when necessary

d)

All of the above

36.

When should PPE be used in the workplace?

a)

Only during emergency situations

b)

When engineering and administrative controls are not feasible

c)

At the employee's discretion

d)

Only when working outdoors

37.

What type of PPE is essential when working in areas with possible risks of head injuries?

a)

Safety glasses

b)

Ear plugs

c)

Helmets

d)

Respirators

38.

The main purpose of hearing protection, such as earplugs or earmuffs, is:

a)

To improve sound quality

b)

To protect against loud noises that can cause hearing loss

c)

To keep ears warm in cold environments

d)

To prevent water from entering the ear canal

39.

Which of the following statements about PPE is true?

a)

PPE eliminates risks in the workplace

b)

PPE should be the last resort after implementing other control measures

c)

One size of PPE fits all employees

d)

Employees can modify PPE as they wish

40.

Before each use, PPE must be:

a)

Thoroughly cleaned

b)

Inspected for damage or defects

c)

Shared among employees

d)

Stored immediately

41.

Which organization sets the standards for PPE in the workplace?

a)

FDA

b)

OSHA

c)

EPA

d)

CDC

42.

If an employee discovers that their assigned PPE is damaged, they should:

a)

Continue using it until a replacement is available

b)

Try to repair it themselves

c)

Report it to their supervisor and request a replacement

d)

Ignore the damage if it is minor

43.

Who is responsible for providing the PPE required to comply with OSHA standards?

a)

The employee

b)

OSHA

c)

The employer

d)

Workers' compensation

44.

Which of the following is not a required part of PPE training for employees?

a)

Limitations of PPE

b)

Cost estimation of PPE

c)

When PPE is necessary

d)

What PPE is necessary

45.

Which of the following is NOT an employee responsibility regarding PPE?

a)

Provide the required PPE

b)

Attend PPE training

c)

Inspect PPE before use

d)

Properly put on, use, and remove PPE

46.

Which is NOT a requirement for PPE?

a)

It must have the ability to protect against workplace hazards

b)

It must fit properly

c)

It must be durable

d)

It must be the cheapest available

47.

What does PPE mean?

a)

Personal Protection Environment

b)

People Producing Entertainment

c)

Puppies Parading Excitedly

d)

Personal Protective Equipment

48.

What does OSHA stand for?

a)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

b)

Occupational Safety and Health Agency

c)

Occupational Safety and Health Office

d)

Occupational Labor Safety and Health Administration

49.

What is the purpose of preventing repetitive strain injuries?

a)

To reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders caused by repetitive movements or overuse of muscles and tendons.

b)

To encourage the development of strong and healthy muscles and tendons.

c)

To promote a sedentary lifestyle and decrease physical activity.

d)

To increase the risk of musculoskeletal disorders caused by repetitive movements or overuse of muscles and tendons.

50.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement of OSHA regulations?

a)

Employers must provide a safe and healthy work environment.

b)

Employers must keep records of work-related injuries and illnesses.

c)

Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, even in an office environment.

d)

Employees must receive training on workplace hazards.

51.

What is the main goal of ergonomic design?

a)

To create aesthetically pleasing designs.

b)

To maximize profits for the company.

c)

To prioritize style over functionality.

d)

To create comfortable, efficient, and safe products and environments for people to use.

52.

All manufacturers must provide this with any hazardous products they sell.

a)

OSHA

b)

HIPAA

c)

SDS or MSDS

53.
If you find a piece of damaged or malfunctioning equipment, you should?
a)
play with it
b)
repair it
c)
report it
d)
put it away in storage
54.

You should wear safety glasses when instructed to do and when your in any situations that might result in possible eye injury

a)

True

b)

False

55.

What does MSDS stand for?

a)

Material Safety Data Sheet

b)

Modern Safety Day Special

c)

Medium Small Data Stuff

d)

Made Something Doing Something

56.

When your employer performs an assessment of the area, what are they trying to find?

a)

Hazards

b)

Personal Protective Equipment

c)

Extra Tools

57.

What criteria must your employer-provided PPE meet?

a)

That is stylish and modern

b)

That fits you in order to give the best protection from these hazards.

c)

That is not too expensive.

58.

Which employee is not ready to work at a jobsite with high noise levels?

a)

Maria is wearing earplugs.

b)

Ben isn’t wearing any hearing protection.

c)

Marcus is wearing earmuffs.

59.

What provides better eye protection than regular glasses because they are stronger and more resistant to impact and heat?

a)

Safety glasses

b)

Prescription glasses

c)

Polarized glasses

60.

You’re going to be mowing lawns as a summer job. How long will it take for your hearing to be damaged without hearing protection?

a)

Less than 30 seconds

b)

1 hour

c)

Less than 4 hours

d)

There is no hearing damage risk

61.

True or false: It’s important that the gloves you use fit your hands properly.

a)

True

b)

False

62.

Defective PPE must be ___.

a)

cleaned and reused

b)

inspected and repaired

c)

given to your supervisor

d)

discarded and replaced

63.

Eye and face protection must protect you from the specific hazards that you may encounter in your workplace.

a)

True

b)

False

64.

The process of identifying potential hazards in the workplace is known as a ___.

a)

PPE analysis

b)

injury analysis

c)

hazard assessment

d)

workplace inspection

65.

Which of the following is NOT considered a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

a)

Gloves

b)

Apron

c)

Safety goggles

d)

Hand sanitiser

66.
How do you protect your eyes from getting affected by flying objects?
a)
By wearing goggles
b)
By wearing respirators
c)
By wearing Shoes and gloves
d)
By wearing coverall
67.

What is the primary purpose of wearing PPE?

a)

To improve work efficiency

b)

To protect the wearer from health or safety risks at work

c)

To identify the job role of the wearer

d)

To keep the workplace clean

68.

Which option represents the most effective control in the hierarchy of controls?

a)

Providing personal protective equipment (PPE)

b)

Engineering controls such as machine guards

c)

Elimination of the hazard

d)

Administrative controls such as training

69.

A company redesigns its production line so workers no longer come into contact with hot surfaces. This is an example of which type of control?

a)

Elimination

b)

Substitution

c)

Engineering Control

d)

PPE

70.

Why is relying solely on PPE considered the least effective option in the hierarchy of controls?

a)

PPE is usually expensive.

b)

PPE does not remove or reduce the hazard itself.

c)

Workers often refuse to wear PPE.

d)

PPE can be replaced with training.