Understanding Pressure Hazards and Gas Leaks
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Understanding Pressure Hazards and Gas Leaks

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What is the MAIN hazard in a boiler room?

  • Combustion gases (correct)
  • Moving machinery
  • Chemical release
  • Hot surfaces
  • What is the purpose of the 'try cocks' on a boiler?

  • To test the water level in the boiler (correct)
  • To blow down the water column and gauge glass
  • To control the steam pressure
  • To test the flame scanner
  • What is the purpose of blowing down the water column and gauge glass?

  • To test the water level
  • To check the safety valve operation
  • To control the steam pressure
  • To remove sediment (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the spring-loaded pop-off safety valve?

    <p>To release steam pressure when it exceeds the MAWP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the burner controller?

    <p>To shut down the fuel supply in case of a flame failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to treat the boiler water?

    <p>To prevent corrosion and scale buildup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done to containers that contain hazardous materials?

    <p>Labeled, tagged, or marked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should alterations, retrofits, and repairs be done?

    <p>At least as safe as the original construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is applied to equipment to prevent injury from energized circuits and equipment operation?

    <p>Lockouts and tagouts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required in case of an accident in the facility for insurance claims?

    <p>Accident Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should welding repairs or alterations be in accordance with?

    <p>&quot;Repairs and alterations to boilers and pressure vessels by welding&quot; of the NB code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should objects be located with adequate space around them according to the text?

    <p>For proper operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential cause of gas leaks?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following measures can help control pressure hazards?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential hazard associated with high-temperature water (HTW)?

    <p>Extremely serious burns or death from human contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two most prominent sources of hazards with high-temperature water (HTW)?

    <p>Operator error and improper equipment design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can operator errors be reduced, potentially preventing gas leaks?

    <p>By providing proper training and supervision to operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential hazard associated with pressurized containers exposed to heat?

    <p>Gas compression (aerosol) can occur, posing a risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

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