HAZMAT

Question 1

What are the six categories of HAZMAT?

Answer 1

Flammable, Aerosol, Toxic, Corrosives, Oxidizing and Compressed Gas

Question 2

What are the two basic groups of corrosives and how they react with water?

Answer 2

Acids dissolve in water (dilute) and Alkalis (bases) dissociate in water (explode)

Question 3

What is the distinction between Flammable and Combustable liquids?

Answer 3

Flammable liquids have a flash point below 100F while combustable liquids ignite between 100F and 200F

Question 4

What are the different pressure readings given by compressed gasses?

Answer 4

25psig at 70F and 125psig at 130F

Question 5

What is a General Hazard compared to HAZMAT?

Answer 5

General Hazards are not considered HAZMAT but are still commonly used and should be treated with care

Question 6

List fice commonly used items considered to be generally hazardous?

Answer 6

Liquid oxygen, Ordnance, Pyrotechnics, Magnesium and Fire extinguishers

Question 7

What is OSHA and HCS?

Answer 7

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 is an organization that ensures saftey in work environments, while Hazard Communication Standard was created by OSHA

Question 8

What does the HCS require on all unoriginal containers for HAZMAT?

Answer 8

Chemicals they contain, Hazards they present, Name and address of manufacturer

Question 9

What is an SDS and what information is contained inside?

Answer 9

Safety Data Sheets contain information on handling particular substances safely and relevant data/control measures regarding that substance

Question 10

What is an AUL?

Answer 10

Authorized Use List is used to control the HAZMAT used in a unit or squadron

Question 11

What is required for each HAZMAT on an AUL?

Answer 11

The stock number and item name, the product name and manufacturer as they appear on product label and SDS

Question 12

What are the container labeling requirements for HAZMAT?

Answer 12

Identity of HAZMAT, Appropriate Warnings, PPE required, Name, address and emergency phone# of manufacturer/importer

Question 13

True or False: when transporting HAZMAT you should always use the DOT labeling system

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What are the basic storage requirements for HAZMAT?

Answer 14

Store HAZMAT in designated spaces, Seperate incompatible chemicals by at least 3 feet, Stow HAZMAT in compatible containers, Stack carefully, Seal containers, Incorporate a First-in First-out system.

Question 15

What are the basic rules when around HAZMAT storage?

Answer 15

No smoking eating or drinking, never permit open flames or sparks