Self-Test A-1.4: Describe General Safety Precautions and Procedures

Complete Self-Test A-1.4 and check your answers.

1. Ventilation is a major consideration when arc welding.
   1. True
   2. False
2. How must electrical cords always be disconnected?
   1. Pulling on a sufficient length of cord
   2. Quick jerking movement to avoid arcing
   3. Pulling the plug straight out of the receptacle
   4. Holding the cord to avoid the finger coming into contact with the plug
3. Which of these actions is an important part of safety and accident prevention?
   1. Reporting violations
   2. Good housekeeping skills
   3. Staying away from all hazards
   4. Locking up unused tools and equipment
4. What describes work that is performed close to an unrelated hazard?
   1. Unsafe work
   2. Shadow work
   3. Proximity work
   4. Unrelated hazard work
5. What should you do if you spot a hazard on the job site?
   1. Flag the hazard
   2. Fix the problem if possible
   3. Inform co-workers and supervision
   4. All of the above
6. Which of the following best describes the area surrounding every high-voltage line?
   1. No-fun zone
   2. High voltage area
   3. Area of extreme caution
   4. Absolute limit of approach
7. When a tool or piece of equipment is used in wet conditions, which of the following should be used?
   1. Fuse box
   2. Circuit breaker
   3. Energized lockout box
   4. Ground fault circuit interrupter
8. Which of the following standards ratings should all power tools have?
   1. CSA, UPS
   2. ULC, CSA
   3. FM, ASME
   4. CPA, ATME
9. If you are asked to work with a tool you are unfamiliar with, what steps should you take?
   1. Trial and error
   2. Ask a co-worker to perform the task for you
   3. Leave the tool alone and proceed with another task
   4. Read the user’s manual and inform your foreman that you need instruction
10. What is the purpose of the U-ground prong found on a power cord?
    1. Connected to the ground to protect the user
    2. Safety feature important only for wet conditions
    3. Redundant safety feature that is more often than not removed
    4. Used only for identifying which way the plug is inserted into the outlet
11. What must you do if you discover a faulty or damaged tool?
    1. Stash it in the van
    2. Return it to the manufacturer for a refund
    3. Tag it as broken and return it to the tool crib
    4. Fix the tool as soon as possible to get it back in use
12. What is the rule of thumb regarding power tool guards and safety covers?
    1. Always use them, with no exceptions
    2. Guards are to be used when the safety officer is around
    3. All guards must be used unless it is easier to work without them
    4. Watch a seasoned worker to determine when a guard can be removed
13. Housekeeping is a part of your job, is your responsibility, and is one of your important daily tasks.
    1. True
    2. False
14. Always maintain four points of contact when climbing ladders.
    1. True
    2. False
15. When do temporary work platforms require a guardrail?
    1. Potential drop is 2 m (6.5 ft.) more
    2. Potential drop is 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more
    3. Potential drop is 10 m (33 ft.) or more
    4. Potential drop is 3 m (10 ft.) or more
16. Which of the following is not an elevated work platform?
    1. Boom lift
    2. Scissor lift
    3. Scaffolding
    4. The mezzanine level in the shop
17. What is the occupational limit for carbon monoxide for an average over eight hours?
    1. 15 ppm
    2. 25 ppm
    3. 50 ppm
    4. 100 ppm
18. What type of material shall be used on a welding screen?
    1. Asbestos
    2. Silica coated
    3. Reflective
    4. Non-reflective
19. Where is the best place to take shelter from lightning?
    1. Under a tall tree
    2. Inside, next to metallic material
    3. In a low-laying ditch
    4. Inside, away from metallic material

Answer Key: Self-Test A-1.4 is on the other page.