WorksheetsFUN101 Midterm Exam - Mr. Graham 10-31-25
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is the primary goal of occupational safety and health?
To increase productivity
To ensure that everyone can work without being injured
To reduce company expenses
To train only supervisors
Which of the following is considered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
Clipboard
Safety glasses
Notebook
ID badge
What should you always do before starting any task in the shop?
Ask a coworker to do it
Take a shortcut
Think through the steps and anticipate what may go wrong
Skip the safety procedures
What is the purpose of evacuation routes?
To find the shortest way to the break room
To safely escape danger and gather in a safe place during emergencies
To avoid supervisors
To store equipment
OSHA stands for:
Occupational Safety and Hazard Association
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Office of Safety and Health Awareness
Organization for Safe Handling Activities
What is a 'hazard'?
A tool used in the shop
Anything that could hurt you or someone else
A type of PPE
A safety sign
What does the acronym PASS stand for in fire extinguishers?
Push, Alert, Spray, Stop
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Press, Activate, Spray, Sweep
Pull, Alert, Spray, Sweep
Which fire class involves flammable liquids?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
What should you do if you get a chemical in your eye?
Rub your eye
Blink rapidly
Use the eyewash station immediately
Cover it with a cloth
What is the safest way to clean toxic dust?
Use compressed air
Dry sweep it
Use a HEPA vacuum or wet cleaning method
Blow it away with a fan
What is the first line of defense against injuries in the shop?
Fire extinguisher
Protective clothing
Safety signs
Shop layout
What should you do before lifting a heavy object?
Bend at the waist
Bend your knees and keep your back straight
Twist your body
Ask someone to throw it to you
What is the correct action if someone is bleeding and it cannot be controlled?
Give them water
Apply lotion
Call 9-1-1
Ignore it
What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) used for?
To track employee hours
To provide information about hazardous materials
To list shop rules
To schedule inspections
What should you remove before starting work for safety reasons?
Safety glasses
Watches and jewelry
Gloves
ID badge
What are the three components of the fire triangle?
Water, fuel, oxygen
Heat, fuel, oxygen
Smoke, heat, fuel
Carbon, oxygen, nitrogen
What happens if you remove one element of the fire triangle?
The fire gets stronger
The fire is extinguished
The fire changes color
The fire spreads faster
What type of fire is classified as Class A?
Flammable liquids
Wood, paper, cloth, trash, plastics
Electrical equipment
Combustible metals
Which class of fire involves energized electrical equipment?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
What does a Class D fire involve?
Cooking oils
Plastics
Electrical cords
Combustible metals like magnesium or sodium
What type of fire extinguisher is filled with monoammonium phosphate?
Water
CO₂
Dry Chemical (ABC)
Foam
What does the acronym PASS stand for?
Push, Alert, Spray, Sweep
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Press, Aim, Spray, Sweep
Pull, Alert, Squeeze, Sweep
Where should you aim a fire extinguisher when using it?
At the top of the flames
At the base of the fire
At the smoke
At the ceiling
What should you do before attempting to fight a fire?
Call your supervisor
Assist anyone in danger and activate the fire alarm
Open all windows
Turn off the lights
When should you NOT fight a fire?
When you are alone
When you don’t have the right equipment or feel unsafe
When the fire is small
When the fire is in a trash can
What is the final rule before using a fire extinguisher?
Make sure the fire is out
Always have an exit behind you
Wear gloves
Call 911
What should you do after using a fire extinguisher?
Throw it away
Refill it yourself
Report it to your supervisor
Leave it where it is
What does a “BC” fire extinguisher NOT cover?
Flammable liquids
Electrical fires
Wood and paper fires
Gasoline fires
What is the main extinguishing agent in an ABC extinguisher?
Water
Carbon dioxide
Monoammonium phosphate
Sodium bicarbonate
What color are ABC fire extinguishers typically?
Blue
Yellow
Red
Green
What is the OSHA standard for powered industrial truck operator training in general industry?
1926.502
1910.178
1915.120
1917.1
What is the purpose of the “Stability Triangle” in forklift safety?
To show how fast a forklift can go
To illustrate the balance between the center of gravity and stability
To measure tire pressure
To calculate fuel efficiency
What happens when a forklift is overloaded?
It moves faster
The center of gravity shifts and may cause tipping
It becomes more stable
It uses less fuel
Which of the following is NOT a class of powered industrial truck?
Class I – Electric motor rider trucks
Class IV – Internal combustion engine trucks (solid tires)
Class VIII – Hybrid electric trucks
Class VII – Rough terrain forklift trucks
What is a key requirement before an employee can operate a powered industrial truck?
They must be over 25 years old
They must complete training and evaluation
They must have a commercial driver’s license
They must work for at least 6 months
What is the most common cause of forklift accidents according to OSHA?
Mechanical failure
Inadequate training
Poor lighting
What is required in a forklift operator training program?
Only written tests
Only hands-on practice
Formal instruction, practical training, and evaluation
Watching a video
When must refresher training be provided?
Every year
After an accident or unsafe operation
Only when requested
Every six months
What must be included in the certification of a forklift operator?
Operator’s favorite truck
Supervisor’s name only
Operator’s name, training date, evaluation date, and trainer’s identity
Truck model and serial number
Which of the following is a workplace-related training topic?
Engine operation
Surface conditions and pedestrian traffic
Fork attachment use
Steering and maneuvering
What is the definition of a powered industrial truck?
A truck used for road hauling
A mobile, power-propelled truck used to carry, push, pull, lift, stack or tier materials
A farm vehicle
A construction crane
What is the main goal of OSHA’s revised forklift training standard?
To reduce fuel usage
To reduce fatalities and injuries
To increase forklift sales
To promote electric trucks
What is the minimum frequency for evaluating a forklift operator’s performance?
Every year
Every five years
Every three years
Every six months
What is a Class V powered industrial truck?
Electric motor hand truck
Narrow aisle truck
Internal combustion engine truck with pneumatic tires
Rough terrain forklift
What should be done if a forklift operator changes to a different type of equipment?
Nothing
Provide refresher training
Give them a manual
Let them learn on the job
In order to lift a laden pallet safely, the forks should be adjusted so that:
They are as close together and central
Spread as far apart as possible
Spread so there is equal weight on each fork arm
None of the above
If a load appears to be stacked unsafely and in danger of collapse, the forklift operator should:
Attempt to re-arrange the load or stack
Pick up the load carefully and travel with extreme caution
Leave the load alone, cordon off the area, and inform the supervisor/manager
None of the above
The lift truck should normally be driven:
At a speed consistent with the type of load and general working conditions
At a speed to maintain production and pressures of work
When sounding the horn, you should give a few sharp blasts because:
It causes less nuisance than one long blast
It attracts more attention than one long continuous one
It reduces unsympathetic use of controls
None of the above
When leaving the machine, the key should be switched off and removed to:
Ensure the machine’s power has been switched off
Prevent the machine from moving
Prevent unauthorized persons from using the machine
None of the above
What is the main purpose of the overhead guard?
To protect the operator if loose items are dropped from height
To stop the operator being crushed in a tip-over
To protect the operator if a full load is dropped
None of the above
When a laden lift truck is being driven on a ramp or incline, the load should face:
Uphill
Downhill
Either direction
None of the above
The Health and Safety at Work Act applies to:
The employer
The employee
Everyone
None of the above
The ideal way to pick up a pallet is:
As far forward as possible
With the wider face of the pallet up against the forks
With the narrow face of the pallet up against the forks
None of the above
A truck has a rated capacity of 2000 kg at 500 mm load center. This means:
It can safely pick up 2200 kg if the load center is reduced
It can safely pick up 2200 kg if the load center is increased
It will not safely pick up a load of 2200 kg
None of the above
All repair shop activities will need to comply with EPA laws and regulations by
Ensuring that waste products are disposed of in an environmentally responsible way
Storing chemicals and fluids correctly
Ensuring that work practices do not contribute to damaging the environment
All of these are correct.
A __________ is a list of the steps required to get the same result each time a task or activity is performed.
Theory
Measure
Policy
Procedure
Which of the following is odorless and colorless and can build up to toxic levels very quickly in confined spaces?
Oxygen
Carbon Dioxide
Carbon Monoxide
Oxyacetylene
Which of the following is the correct pictogram for a Class A extinguisher?
Green triangle
Red Square
Blue circle
Yellow pentagram
A __________ gets rid of exhaust gases with a suction hose that fits over the vehicle's exhaust pipe.
ventilated work area
Gas extraction hose
Machinery gaurd
Temporary barrier
