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What can improper use of a tool cause?

Injury, damage to tools or a vehicle.

What do you put on a pile of burning tires?

Sand or dirt.

What should you do when blood is spilled in the workplace?

Cover the spill with paper towels and disinfectant for at least 20 minutes before discarding the soaked towels.

What should you do when using power tools to work on an object?

<p>Place the object in a vise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with power tools when they are not in use?

<p>They should remain unplugged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been the warranty on catalytic converters since 1995?

<p>Eight years/80,000 miles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the danger of standing in a power tool's throw zone?

<p>Materials can be discharged with great force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common eye irritant in the workplace?

<p>Debris.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited near chemicals?

<p>Eating, drinking, smoking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What hazards do dangling jewelry and long hair pose in the workplace?

<p>They are prone to getting caught in moving parts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should you handle blood-tainted sharp objects?

<p>Use nitrile gloves beneath heavy work gloves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you prevent an object from rotating while you drill?

<p>Decrease the pressure of the drill as it deepens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when lifting a vehicle?

<p>Use a jack and a jack stand set at the same height and block the wheels on the side opposite the jack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when handing a power tool to another person?

<p>Turn it off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should antifreeze spills be contained?

<p>With a dedicated cloth mop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) for spray painting operations?

<p>Loose-fitting hood supplied-air respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, and protective eyewear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What EPA policy must alternative refrigerants comply with?

<p>SNAP (Significant New Alternatives Policy).</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long is the fire extinguisher spray constant for?

<p>Around 20 seconds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should absorbents used for different chemicals be stored?

<p>In different containers labeled with the dates they were first used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are NESHAP's solvent requirements for an auto shop?

<p>Facilities must declare their solvent cleaning machines and estimate annual solvent usage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to prevent tripping when a vehicle is lifted?

<p>Leave jack handles in the upright position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for automotive painting booths?

<p>They must have no drains in the floor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which waste has high concentrations of heavy metals?

<p>Toxic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the flashpoint of ignitable waste?

<p>140 degrees or less.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done with High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters after using?

<p>They must be disposed of as hazardous waste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are corrosive wastes?

<p>Acids or bases with pH less than 2 or greater than 12.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who must consult the Material Safety Data Sheets before handling unfamiliar chemicals?

<p>All technicians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you neutralize leaking or cracked batteries?

<p>They should be removed, stored in an acid-resistant tank, and submerged in baking soda.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the system for reclaiming antifreeze?

<p>Closed loop system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the jack lift vehicles at?

<p>The axle with lifting pads in place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tool Safety

  • Improper tool use can lead to injuries and tool or vehicle damage.
  • Always place objects in a vise when using power tools.

Fire Hazards and Spill Management

  • Burning tire piles should be covered with sand or dirt.
  • Blood spills require covering with paper towels and disinfectant for at least 20 minutes before disposal.
  • Antifreeze spills should be managed with a dedicated cloth mop.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Recommended PPE for spray painting includes a loose-fitting hood, supplied-air respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, and protective eyewear.
  • Nitrile gloves should be worn beneath heavy work gloves when handling blood-tainted sharp objects.

General Safety Practices

  • Power tools should remain unplugged when not in use.
  • Never hand a power tool to another person without turning it off.
  • Block wheels on the opposite side of the jack when lifting a vehicle.

Hazardous Material Protocols

  • Eating, drinking, and smoking are prohibited near chemicals.
  • Facilities must declare solvent cleaning machines and provide an estimate of annual solvent usage according to NESHAP requirements.
  • Different absorbents for various chemicals must be stored in labeled containers indicating their first use date.

Waste Management

  • Toxic waste contains high concentrations of heavy metals.
  • Ignitable waste has a flashpoint of 140 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
  • Corrosive wastes are classified as acids or bases with a pH less than 2 or greater than 12.
  • HEPA filters used must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

Equipment Safety

  • Leave jack handles upright to prevent tripping and accidental release of the valve.
  • Automotive painting booths must have no floor drains.
  • Always use lifting pads when using a jack at the axle of a vehicle.

Environmental Considerations

  • Alternative refrigerants must comply with the EPA's SNAP policy.
  • A closed loop system is used for reclaiming antifreeze.
  • Leading or cracked batteries should be neutralized by removal, storage in an acid-resistant tank, and submersion in baking soda.

Emergency Preparedness

  • Fire extinguishers provide approximately 20 seconds of continuous spray.
  • The danger of standing in the throw zone of power tools is the potential discharge of materials with great force.
  • Debris is the most common eye irritant in the workplace.

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Test your knowledge on safety practices with these flashcards. From proper tool use to first aid procedures in the workplace, this quiz covers essential safety protocols. Perfect for students aiming to enhance their understanding of workplace safety.

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