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What is the concentration, in parts per million (ppm), that triggers the second alarm (A2) for Hydrogen Sulfide?
What is the concentration, in parts per million (ppm), that triggers the second alarm (A2) for Hydrogen Sulfide?
- 50 ppm
- 4.5 ppm
- 10 ppm
- 15 ppm (correct)
An oxygen level of what percentage would indicate an oxygen-deficient environment, triggering a first alarm (A1)?
An oxygen level of what percentage would indicate an oxygen-deficient environment, triggering a first alarm (A1)?
- 19.5% (correct)
- 23.5%
- 10%
- 20%
Which gas has a first alarm (A1) value of 2.5 ppm?
Which gas has a first alarm (A1) value of 2.5 ppm?
- Ethylene oxide
- Carbon Monoxide
- Hydrogen Cyanide (correct)
- Organic Vapors
What is the second alarm (A2) value for methane, as a percentage of the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL)?
What is the second alarm (A2) value for methane, as a percentage of the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL)?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 12 compounds detected by the Organic Vapor (OV) sensor?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 12 compounds detected by the Organic Vapor (OV) sensor?
An oxygen concentration at or below what percentage will trigger the A1 alarm, indicating a deficiency?
An oxygen concentration at or below what percentage will trigger the A1 alarm, indicating a deficiency?
What is the oxygen concentration that triggers the A2 alarm, indicating an oxygen-enriched environment?
What is the oxygen concentration that triggers the A2 alarm, indicating an oxygen-enriched environment?
Which of the following describes the condition that triggers the A1 alarm for oxygen?
Which of the following describes the condition that triggers the A1 alarm for oxygen?
The A2 alarm for oxygen is triggered by what condition?
The A2 alarm for oxygen is triggered by what condition?
What is the difference in percentage points between the A1 and A2 alarm values for oxygen?
What is the difference in percentage points between the A1 and A2 alarm values for oxygen?
Which of the following statements about the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) of Methane is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) of Methane is TRUE?
If the Methane concentration is 15% of the LEL, which alarm is likely to be triggered?
If the Methane concentration is 15% of the LEL, which alarm is likely to be triggered?
What is the percentage difference between the Methane concentration that triggers the A1 alarm and the concentration that triggers the A2 alarm?
What is the percentage difference between the Methane concentration that triggers the A1 alarm and the concentration that triggers the A2 alarm?
If the Methane concentration is at 10% of its LEL, what can be concluded?
If the Methane concentration is at 10% of its LEL, what can be concluded?
Which of the following scenarios would NOT result in an immediate activation of the A2 alarm for Methane?
Which of the following scenarios would NOT result in an immediate activation of the A2 alarm for Methane?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the A1 and A2 alarm values for carbon monoxide?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the A1 and A2 alarm values for carbon monoxide?
If an environment has a carbon monoxide concentration of 40 ppm, what action is most likely?
If an environment has a carbon monoxide concentration of 40 ppm, what action is most likely?
Which statement is true regarding the progression of alarms for carbon monoxide?
Which statement is true regarding the progression of alarms for carbon monoxide?
What is the absolute difference in concentration, in ppm, between the two alarm levels for carbon monoxide?
What is the absolute difference in concentration, in ppm, between the two alarm levels for carbon monoxide?
What does it mean if an A2 alarm for carbon monoxide is triggered?
What does it mean if an A2 alarm for carbon monoxide is triggered?
What is the primary difference in operational response between the A1 and A2 alarms for Hydrogen Sulfide?
What is the primary difference in operational response between the A1 and A2 alarms for Hydrogen Sulfide?
If a sensor reads 12.5 ppm of Hydrogen Sulfide, what is the most appropriate interpretation of this reading in terms of alarm status?
If a sensor reads 12.5 ppm of Hydrogen Sulfide, what is the most appropriate interpretation of this reading in terms of alarm status?
An environment is known to have a Hydrogen Sulfide concentration fluctuating around 13 ppm. Which statement is the most practically accurate regarding the alarm status?
An environment is known to have a Hydrogen Sulfide concentration fluctuating around 13 ppm. Which statement is the most practically accurate regarding the alarm status?
What does the existence of two alarm levels for Hydrogen Sulfide (A1 and A2) most likely indicate?
What does the existence of two alarm levels for Hydrogen Sulfide (A1 and A2) most likely indicate?
A technician observes that the A1 alarm for Hydrogen Sulfide is continuously active. What is the most probable immediate inference?
A technician observes that the A1 alarm for Hydrogen Sulfide is continuously active. What is the most probable immediate inference?
What concentration of Organic Vapors, in parts per million (ppm), triggers the first alarm (A1)?
What concentration of Organic Vapors, in parts per million (ppm), triggers the first alarm (A1)?
At what concentration of Organic Vapors, in parts per million (ppm), does the second alarm (A2) activate?
At what concentration of Organic Vapors, in parts per million (ppm), does the second alarm (A2) activate?
If the ambient concentration of Organic Vapors is measured at 8 ppm, which of the following statements would be true?
If the ambient concentration of Organic Vapors is measured at 8 ppm, which of the following statements would be true?
What is the difference in concentration, in ppm, between the A1 and A2 alarm values for Organic Vapors?
What is the difference in concentration, in ppm, between the A1 and A2 alarm values for Organic Vapors?
Which of the following is the correct relationship between alarm levels and corresponding concentrations of Organic Vapors?
Which of the following is the correct relationship between alarm levels and corresponding concentrations of Organic Vapors?
Flashcards
A1 Alarm Value
A1 Alarm Value
The level at which an alarm sounds due to a hazardous concentration of gases or vapors, requiring immediate action.
LEL (Lower Explosive Limit)
LEL (Lower Explosive Limit)
The concentration of a flammable gas or vapor in air that, if ignited, will cause a flash fire or explosion.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
A colorless, odorless, and toxic gas that can be fatal even in small concentrations.
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
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Organic Vapors (OV)
Organic Vapors (OV)
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A1 Oxygen Alarm
A1 Oxygen Alarm
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A2 Oxygen Alarm
A2 Oxygen Alarm
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Oxygen Deficiency
Oxygen Deficiency
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Oxygen Enrichment
Oxygen Enrichment
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LEL (Methane)
LEL (Methane)
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A1 Alarm (Methane)
A1 Alarm (Methane)
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A2 Alarm (Methane)
A2 Alarm (Methane)
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A1 Alarm Value (Methane)
A1 Alarm Value (Methane)
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A1 CO alarm value
A1 CO alarm value
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A2 CO alarm value
A2 CO alarm value
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Alarm level for carbon monoxide
Alarm level for carbon monoxide
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A1 alarm value for CO
A1 alarm value for CO
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A2 alarm value for CO
A2 alarm value for CO
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What is hydrogen sulfide (H2S)?
What is hydrogen sulfide (H2S)?
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What is the A1 alarm value for hydrogen sulfide (H2S)?
What is the A1 alarm value for hydrogen sulfide (H2S)?
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What is the A2 alarm value for hydrogen sulfide (H2S)?
What is the A2 alarm value for hydrogen sulfide (H2S)?
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What is the A1 alarm value for H2S?
What is the A1 alarm value for H2S?
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What is the A2 alarm value for H2S?
What is the A2 alarm value for H2S?
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A1 Alarm value for Organic Vapors
A1 Alarm value for Organic Vapors
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A2 Alarm value for Organic Vapors
A2 Alarm value for Organic Vapors
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Organic Vapors
Organic Vapors
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What are Organic Vapor Sensors used for?
What are Organic Vapor Sensors used for?
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Why are there alarm values for Organic Vapors?
Why are there alarm values for Organic Vapors?
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Study Notes
Safety Alarm Values
- Oxygen (O2):
- A1 alarm (deficiency): 19.5%
- A2 alarm (enrichment): 23.5%
- Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) - Methane:
- A1 alarm (low): 10%
- A2 alarm (high): 20%
- Carbon Monoxide (CO):
- A1 alarm (low): 35 ppm
- A2 alarm (high): 50 ppm
- Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S):
- A1 alarm (low): 10 ppm
- A2 alarm (high): 15 ppm
- Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN):
- A1 alarm (low): 2.5 ppm
- A2 alarm (high): 4.5 ppm
- Organic Vapors (OV):
- A1 alarm (low): 5 ppm
- A2 alarm (high): 10 ppm
- OV sensor detects 12 compounds:
- Ethylene oxide
- Propylene oxide
- Ethene
- Propene
- Vinyl chloride
- Methanol
- Ethanol
- Acetaldehyde
- Butadiene
- Formaldehyde
- Vinyl Acetate
- Isopropanol
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