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Disconnect the power before servicing the tool. ¦ Always observe all relevant safety rules when operating a vehicle lift or hoist. Jacks, jack stands, chain hoists, and cranes can also cause injury if not operated safely. ¦ Use care whenever it’s necessary to move a vehicle in the shop. Carelessness and playing around can lead to a damaged vehicle and serious injury. ¦ Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is a poisonous gas present in engine exhaust fumes. Exhaust must be properly vented from the shop using tailpipe hoses or other reliable methods. ¦ Adequate ventilation is also necessary when working with any volatile solvent or material. ¦ Gasoline and diesel fuel are highly flammable and should be kept in approved safety cans. ¦ Never light matches near any combustible materials. ¦ It’s important to know when to use each of the various types of fire extinguishers. When fighting a fire, aim the nozzle at the base and use a side-to side sweeping motion. ¦ Right-To-Know Laws came into effect in 1983 and are designed to protect employees who must handle hazardous materials and wastes on the job. ¦ Material safety data sheets (MSDS) contain important chemical information and must be furnished to all employees annually. New employees should be given the sheets as part of their job orientation. ¦ All hazardous and asbestos waste should be disposed of according to OSHA and EPA regulations. EXAM: 1. What is the correct way to dispose of used oil filters? 2. Where in the shop should a list of emergency telephone numbers be posted? 3. Which of the following offer(s) the least protection for your eyes? a. face shield b. safety glasses c. splash goggles d. prescription glasses 4. Which of the following statements about latex and nitrile gloves is not true? a. The gloves offer protection against cuts. b. The gloves offer protection against disease and grease buildup under and around your fingernails. c. Latex gloves are more comfortable but weaken when they are exposed to gas, oil, and solvents. d. Nitrile gloves are not as comfortable but they are not affected by gas, oil, and solvents. 5. Describe the correct process for lifting a heavy object. 6. What are bloodborne pathogens and why should technicians be concerned about them? 7. List at least five things you should remember when using hand tools. 8. List at least five precautions that must be adhered to while working with or around a vehicle's battery. 9. How should a class B fire be extinguished? 10. Where can complete EPA lists of hazardous wastes be found? 11. Which of the following statements about safety glasses is true? a. They should offer side protection. b. The lenses should be made of a shatterproof material. c. Some service operations require that additional eye protection be worn with safety glasses. d. All of the above statements are true. 12. Gasoline is: a. highly volatile b. highly flammable c. dangerous, especially in vapor form d. all of the above 13. Technician A says that it’s recommended that you wear shoes with nonslip soles in the shop. Technician B says that steel-toed shoes offer the best foot protection. Who is correct? a. Technician A c. Both A and B b. Technician B d. Neither A nor B 14. Technician A says that used engine coolant should be collected and recycled. Technician B says that all oil-based waste materials can be collected in the same container if an approved waste disposal company is hired to rid the shop of the oil. Who is correct? a. Technician A c. Both A and B b. Technician B d. Neither A nor B 15. There are many ways to clean parts while they are being serviced. These methods can be grouped into three separate categories. What are they? 16. Federal Right-To-Know Laws concern . a. auto emission standards b. hazards associated with chemicals used in the workplace c. employee benefits d. hiring practices 17. Which of the following is/are important when working in an automotive shop? a. using the proper tool for the job b. avoiding loose-fitting clothes c. wearing steel-toed shoes d. all of the above 18. Technician A says that the volatility of a sub stance is a statement of how easily the substance vaporizes or explodes. Technician B says that the flammability of a substance is a statement of how well the substance supports combustion. Who is correct? a. Technician A c. Both A and B b. Technician B d. Neither A nor B 19. Which of the following is not recommended for use when trying to extinguish flammable liquid fires? a. foam c. water b. carbon dioxide d. dry chemical 20. List at least five precautions that must be adhered to while working on a vehicle with a high-voltage system. 21. What is the correct procedure for using a fire extinguisher to put out a fire? 22. Technician A ties his long hair behind his head while working in the shop. Technician B covers her long hair with a brimless cap. Who is correct? a. Technician A c. Both A and B b. Technician B d. Neither A nor B 23. Technician A uses compressed air to blow dirt from his clothes and hair. Technician B uses compressed air to clean off the top of a work bench. Who is correct? a. Technician A c. Both A and B b. Technician B d. Neither A nor B 24. Heavy protective gloves should be worn when . a. welding b. grinding metal c. working with caustic cleaning solutions d. all of the above 25. Proper disposal of oil filters includes . a. recycling used filters b. draining them for at least 24 hours c. crushing them d. all of the above Next: Automotive Preventive Maintenance and Basic Services Prev.: Manuf Warnings + Govt Regs; Right-to-Know Law Home Article Index top of page |
