Eye and Face Protection Equipment Quiz

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What is the purpose of protective clothing in a chemical setting?

To keep the worker warm
To resist penetration by the chemicals being used (correct)
To provide a fashionable look
To allow chemicals to easily penetrate the skin

What are barrier creams used for in the context of chemical exposure?

To make the skin more absorbent to chemicals
To speed up the penetration of chemicals into the skin
To prevent chemicals from reaching the skin (correct)
To increase skin sensitivity to chemicals

What is substitution in the context of engineering controls for hazardous substances?

Leaving the hazardous substance unchanged
Increasing the hazard level of the substance in use
Selecting a less hazardous substance as a replacement (correct)
Using a more hazardous substance

What type of air contaminant are formless fluids that expand to fill their enclosure?

Gases (D) Signup and view all the answers

How are mists typically generated in the atmosphere?

From liquids condensing back from a vapor state (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of engineering controls like enclosure/isolation in a workplace?

To eliminate routine exposure to hazards through isolation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which class of hard hat provides the highest level of protection against electrical hazards?

Class B (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended color of hard hats for electricians?

Blue (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of shoes are designed to protect against electrical hazards?

Electrical hazard, safety toe shoes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of metatarsal guards?

Protect the metatarsal area of the foot (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protective equipment is primarily used for welding tasks?

Welding shield (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of leather gloves in personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Protect against sparks, moderate heat, blows, chips, and rough objects (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of management in a PPE program?

Developing, implementing, and evaluating the PPE program (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in identifying the appropriate PPE?

Determining the control needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an element of a comprehensive PPE program?

Conducting medical examinations for employees (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the limitations of PPE mentioned in the text?

It does not eliminate the hazard (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of employees in a PPE program?

Properly wearing, caring for, and maintaining PPE (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of control is considered the last resort in a workplace hazard control hierarchy?

Personal protective equipment (PPE) (C) Signup and view all the answers