#1
Which of the following is a common hazard associated with handling compressed gases?
Fire
Electrical shock
Chemical burns
Asphyxiation
#2
What does the acronym 'MSDS' stand for in the context of hazardous materials?
Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Safety Disposal System
Maximum Safe Disposal Standards
Material Security and Disposal System
#3
When transporting hazardous materials by road, what is a required document?
Bill of lading
Driver's license
Insurance card
Credit card
#4
Which regulatory agency in the United States oversees the handling and transportation of hazardous materials?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of a corrosive material?
It easily catches fire.
It reacts violently with water.
It causes damage to skin and other materials upon contact.
It emits toxic fumes.
#6
What is the purpose of grounding when handling flammable liquids?
To reduce the risk of electrocution
To prevent spills
To prevent ignition from static electricity
To improve visibility
#7
Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on flammable liquid fires?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
#8
What does the NFPA 704 diamond-shaped label provide information about?
Health hazards
Fire hazards
Chemical reactivity
All of the above
#9
What is the purpose of an emergency response plan in hazardous materials handling?
To comply with regulations
To minimize the impact of incidents
To reduce insurance premiums
To streamline operations
#10
What does the acronym 'IDLH' stand for in the context of hazardous materials?
Immediate Dangerous to Life or Health
Isolated Dangerous Location Hazard
Inert Dust Leakage Hazard
Industrial Danger Level and Hazard
#11
What is the purpose of a secondary containment system in hazardous materials storage?
To increase storage capacity
To provide additional protection in case of spills or leaks
To reduce transportation costs
To improve organization
#12
What is the primary purpose of a chemical spill containment kit?
To neutralize hazardous chemicals
To clean up spills
To prevent spills from spreading
To store hazardous materials
#13
What is the recommended method for disposing of hazardous waste?
Pouring it down the drain
Burying it in the backyard
Recycling it
Leaving it in an open container
#14
What is the recommended method for disposing of empty chemical containers?
Throwing them in the regular trash
Recycling them if possible
Burying them in the ground
Rinsing them and reusing them
#15
What is the purpose of conducting regular safety audits in facilities handling hazardous materials?
To identify and correct unsafe conditions and practices
To increase production efficiency
To reduce employee wages
To monitor employee attendance