A-04: Intro To Plant And Fire Safety Flashcards
The most common and easiest to maintain sprinkler system is the:
A. Preaction
B. Dry Pipe
C. Wet Pipe
D. Deluge
C. Wet Pipe
A fire in which of the following constitutes a Class “C” fire:
A. Coal Bunker
B. Fuel tank
C. Lumber pile
D. Electrical panel
D. Electrical panel
What type of fire should be put out with water?
A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class A, B, C
A. Class A
How can class B fires be prevented ?
A. Storing wood and paper properly
B. Regularly inspecting and tightening the packing on leaking valve packing
C. Performing regular preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
D. Using proper kitchen safety when cooking with oils
B. Regularly inspecting and tightening the packing on leaking valve packing
To prevent the formation of explosive mixtures, oxygen and acetylene cylinders should be:
A. Equipped with different thread connectors
B. Stored outside
C. Stored in separate areas
D. Regularly hydro-tested
C. Stored in separate areas
If hydrocarbon vapour is present in air, when will it support combustion?
A. When it is below the lower explosive limit
B. When it is between the upper and lower explosive limits
C. When it is exposed to a spark
D. At any concentration
B. When it is between the upper and lower explosive limits
During the rehabilitation of an injured worker, the supervisor should:
A. Have as little contact as possible with the worker
B. Not ask the worker for assistance in determine prevention methods
C. Let the worker know the investigators are finding fault
D. Assist the worker in seeking and obtaining support services
D. Assist the worker in seeking and obtaining support services
What is the best way to prevent a fire ?
A. Prevent the formation of a combustible fuel and air mixture
B. Provide employees with fire fighting training
C. Install fire proofing wherever possible
D. Eliminate static electricity
A. Prevent the formation of a combustible fuel and air mixture
Fire pump testing should be completed
A. Annually
B. Monthly
C. Weekly
D. Annually, monthly and weekly
D. Annually, monthly and weekly
Fire sprinkler hydrostatic testing should be done ____
A. Every 3-5 years
B. Not required on most sprinkler systems
C. Annually
D. Monthly
A. Every 3-5 years
Confined space entry procedures should be applied when work is being done in any industrial area that does not have:
A. Moderate air temperature
B. Proper lighting
C. Easy access for personnel rescue in an emergency
D. A gas-free atmosphere
C. Easy access for personnel rescue in an emergency
Top guard rings are used on some gas cylinders instead of:
A. Vapour valves
B. Pressure relief valves
C. Valve caps
D. Regulators
C. Valve caps
A class A fire would involve:
A. Gasoline
B. Paint or grease
C. Electrical equipment
D. Wood or coal
D. Wood or coal
What are Class K fires?
A. Combustible liquid fires
B. Electrical fires
C. Fires that require a potassium extinguishing agent
D. Kitchen fires
D. Kitchen fires
What is the main cost an employer must pay in the event of a workplace injury?
A. Incident reporting
B. Investigation costs
C. Insurance costs
D. Training costs
C. Insurance costs
What is an example of a human cost related to workplace injuries ?
A. Production losses
B. Increased insurance costs
C. Legal costs and fines
D. Loss of self esteem
D. Loss of self esteem
A course on H2S safety should be taken by all workers who may encounter the gas in their plant. One of the recommended courses is called:
A. H2S awareness
B. H2S petroleum awareness
C. H2S safety
D. H2S Alive
D. H2S Alive
The “Flash Point” of a flammable liquid is the temperature at which:
A. It may also be called the “flame point”
B. The liquid will produce enough vapour to form a flammable mixture when mixed with air
C. Spontaneous combustion will occur
D. The liquid will burn
B. The liquid will produce enough vapour to form a flammable mixture when mixed with air
Which of the following extinguishers would ordinarily be used to combat a Class “C” fire:
A. Foam
B. Dry powder
C. Water
D. Carbon dioxide
D. Carbon dioxide
Which of the following is true for emergency response plans?
A. They are generic and can apply to all types of plants and facilities
B. They are made to protect the plant assets and the environment
C. They are made to protect the public, the environment, plant personnel and equipment
D. They do not consider coordination with municipal resources
B. They are made to protect the public, the environment, plant personal, and equipment
