Common Core - ORM

Question 1

Define ORM

Answer 1

Operational Risk Management

Question 2

What is the goal of ORM?

Answer 2

a. The purpose of ORM is to minimize risks to acceptable levels, proportional to mission accomplishment.

Question 3

What are the steps in applying ORM?

Answer 3

a. Identify Hazards
b. Assess Hazards
c. Make Risk Decisions
d. Implement Controls
e. Supervise

Question 4

What are the three types of controls that can be implemented during ORM?

Answer 4

Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls, PPE

Question 5

Engineering Controls

Answer 5

Controls that use engineering methods to reduce risk by Design, or Material Selection or Substitution.

Question 6

Advantages of Engineering Controls

Answer 6

When technically and economically feasible, engineering controls are the best to use because they usually eliminate the hazard.

Question 7

Disadvantages of Engineering Controls

Answer 7

Their drawback is they may not be feasible in many cases.

Question 8

Administrative Controls

Answer 8

Drills, SOP’s, rules of engagement, rest plans

Question 9

PPE

Answer 9

Personal Protective Equipment

Question 10

Who established the Navy and Marine Corps Safety Council

Answer 10

Secretary of the Navy

Question 11

Who is the current SECNAV?

Answer 11

Ray Maybus

Question 12

Who is the current Secretary of Defense?

Answer 12

Chuck Hagel

Question 13

Who makes written recommendations to the Safety Council?

Answer 13

The Enlisted Safety Committee

Question 14

A negligent discharge requires what type of Navy message?

Answer 14

An OPREP-3 Navy Blue

Question 15

What is the purpose of a safety stand-down?

Answer 15

A Safety Standdown is a period, usually 1-2 days, set aside for safety training, awareness, and drills.

Question 16

Who is ultimately responsible for safety within a command?

Answer 16

The Commanding Officer

Question 17

What are the duties of the Safety Officer?

Answer 17

Advises the Commanding Officer on matters pertaining to safety, manages the command safety program, investigates mishaps, monitors projects, shops, and special evolutions for compliance with safety standards.

Question 18

When are you required to wear hearing protection?

Answer 18

Sustained noise greater than 84 dBA and peak (intermittent) noises greater than 140 dBA require hearing protection.

Question 19

When is double hearing protection required?

Answer 19

Sustained noises greater than 104 dBA require double hearing protection. (ear plugs and muffs)

Question 20

Who is authorized to perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures?

Answer 20

Only qualified personnel designated in writing are authorized to perform lock-out/tag-out.

Question 21

What do you need to do if you discover unsafe conditions?

Answer 21

Report to Chain of Command, if they do not resolve, then Safety Office.

Question 22

OPNAV 5100/11

Answer 22

Report of Unsafe/Unhealthful Working Conditions

Question 23

Class Bravo Fire

Answer 23

Gasoline or petroleum product

Question 24

Class Delta Fire

Answer 24

Metal, Aircraft, oxidizers

Question 25

Class Alpha Fire

Answer 25

Paper, Wood, generable conbustables

Question 26

Class Charlie fire

Answer 26

Electrical Fire

Question 27

How to extinguish a Class Alpha fire?

Answer 27

Water or dry chemical

Question 28

How to extinguish a Class Bravo fire?

Answer 28

Aqueous Film Forming Foam, PKP (potassium bicarbonate powder) or Halon

Question 29

How to extinguish a Class Charlie fire?

Answer 29

CO2 or removal of electrical current

Question 30

How to extinguish a Class Delta fire?

Answer 30

Jettison or removal of material. No known direct extinguisher.

Question 31

What are the 4 applications applied to prevent or mitigate workplace hazards?

Answer 31

a. Substitution b. Isolation c. Ventilation d. Administrative Controls

Question 32

In regards to Small Boat Safety, what are the 4 steps of Launch and Recovery?

Answer 32

a. Inspect all equipment before use b. Conduct an operations and safety briefing c. Conduct a boat inspection d. Keep non-essential personnel away from the davit area.

Question 33

20. In regards to Small Boat Safety, what steps should be followed during Fueling of Small Boats?

Answer 33

a. If possible, fuel a boat in the daytime and while it is in the water with its engine stopped. b. If it is necessary to fuel a boat in its “shipboard stowage”, provide adequate firefighting equipment at the scene. c. DO NOT fuel boats with passengers on board. d. No smoking or use of non-explosion-proof lights during fueling. e. Always keep gas cap in place when not fueling. f. Before starting the engine, inspect compartments and bilges; clean, and ventilate as necessary. g. Ensure gasoline is stowed only in approved fuel containers and returned to approved storage locations upon completion of the fueling operation.

Question 34

What type of swimmers can be assigned as boat crew members?

Answer 34

Ensure only qualified (Class II or above) swimmers are assigned as boat crew members.

Question 35

What are the Safety Requirements in regards to Boat Capacity?

Answer 35

a. Be familiar with and never exceed the designated personnel carrying capacity. b. Reduce maximum capacity in extreme weather conditions.

Question 36

What is FOD?

Answer 36

Foreign object or debris that can cause damage because of aircraft induced rotor-wash

Question 37

Who is responsible for policing FOD?

Answer 37

All Hands

Question 38

25. How far should you stay away from a helicopter when the rotor blades are turning?

Answer 38

50 feet

Question 39

What safety considerations must be observed during Helicopter Operations?

Answer 39

a. FOD b. Avoid approaching within 50 feet of a helicopter when the rotor blades are turning, unless necessary. Whenever required to approach or leave a helicopter which has its blades rotating, remain in full view of the landing signalman, enlisted (LSE) and pilot and keep in a crouched position. c. Know the location of firefighting and lifesaving equipment. d. During flight operations, only permit authorized personnel on the flight deck or weather areas adjacent to the flight deck. e. Remove soft hats topside during helicopter landing or take-off. f. Do not take flash pictures during flight operations.

Question 40

What items are considered Electrical Equipment?

Answer 40

a. Generators b. Electrically powered machinery and mechanisms c. Power Cables d. Controllers e. Transformers f. Associated Equipment

Question 41

What items are considered Electronic Equipment?

Answer 41

a. Radars b. Sonar c. Radios d. Power Amplifiers e. Antennas f. Electronic Warfare Equipment g. Computers h. Associated Controls and Peripherals

Question 42

What safety equipment is required when using portable tools?

Answer 42

a. Wear rubber gloves when using electric portable tools in hazardous conditions (i.e. wet environments) b. Wear leather gloves over the rubber gloves when work being performed could damage the rubber gloves. c. Wear PPE when working where particles may strike the eyes. d. Wear hearing protection when working with noise hazardous tools or in an area where such work is being conducted. e. Arrange the cords so that they will not become a trip hazard. f. Always unplug extension cords from an energized receptacle before the cord of the portable electrical equipment is unplugged from the extension cord. g. Obey all warning signs; read equipment warning labels. h. Do not energize any equipment that is tagged-out. Properly clear the tag first. i. Use one hand rule when turning on electrical equipment. Never operate a switch with the other hand on a metal surface, which would provide a path to ground through the body. j. Use only Navy-approved power strips for computer equipment, printers, and peripherals. Never use power strips in series (connected to one another).

Question 43

What are the symptoms of Electrical Shock?

Answer 43

a. Victim possibly very pale or “bluish” b. Pulse is extremely weak or entirely absent c. Unconsciousness is complete d. Burns are usually present e. Victim’s body may become rigid or stiff. Should not be considered rigor mortis. Commence artificial respiration immediately.

Question 44

What are the steps you need to take during an Electrical Shock Victim Rescue?

Answer 44

a. Secure power b. If power cannot be secured remove victim immediately observing the following precautions: i. Protect yourself with a dry insulating material ii. Use a dry board, belt, dry clothing, or other available non-conductive material to free the victim (by pushing, pulling, or rolling) from the power-carrying object. DO NOT TOUCH THE VICTIM. c. Immediately after removal of a victim from the power-carrying object, administer artificial respiration. d. When providing first aid measures, any possible spinal injuries or fractures should be taken into consideration.

Question 45

What are the general precautions when working with ordnance?

Answer 45

a. Do not smoke or allow open flames near ordnance. b. Use only authorized equipment on ordnance to perform any operation. Do not use improvised equipment. c. Use approved standard operating procedures for all hazardous operations. d. Do not leave exposed ordnance unattended. Do not leave open magazines or lockers unattended. e. Keep ordnance handling to a minimum and conduct handling with utmost care using certified/qualified personnel, approved equipment, and established procedures. f. Ensure that “BRAVO” flag is flying during ordnance cargo handling operations or a red task light is displayed at night. g. Thoroughly wash hands after handling ordnance. h. Do not allow any other cargo handling operations to take place in the area where ordnance handling is taking place.