SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Question 1

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Definition- oxygen concentration gas sensor

Answer 1

which measures the concentration of oxygen in ambient air, expressed on the meter in percentage

Question 2

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Definition- comb/ex sensor

Answer 2

which measures the amount of combustible or explosive gas present in the environment. this amount is expressed in percentage of LEL

Question 3

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Definition- Carbon monoxide

Answer 3

colorless odourless toxic gas that occurs as a result of incomplete combustion. the Altair has a toxic gas sensor which measures the quality of Carbon monoxide in the environment. this quality is expressed in PPM

Question 4

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Definition- Hydrogen Sulfide Foul Smelling

Answer 4

• naturally occurring toxic gas that tends to collect in sewers and has been known to be artificially created as a method of suicide, the Altair has a pic gas sensor which measures the quantity of H2S in the environment. expressed as PPM

Question 5

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Definition- bump check

Answer 5

a daily brief exposure of the monitor to known quantities of the target gasses to verify the sensor recognition of the gas and the function of the alarms

Question 6

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Definition- calibration

Answer 6

a longer duration exposure of the detector to a known quantity of the target gases that allows the detector to adjust it’s settings to the quantity of gas

Question 7

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

persons that have not been trained or are unfamiliar with the operation of the MSA Altair 4x multi gas detector and the nature of the target gasses should

Answer 7

not operate the detector

Question 8

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Detector does not provide readings

Answer 8

on all products of combustion

Question 9

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

at the beginning of each shift ensure that the detector has

Answer 9

been inspected following inspection guide-MSA Altair 4x multi-gas detector as per SOG 13-13

Question 10

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Start the detector in _____ ____ whenever possible

Answer 10

clean air

Question 11

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Personnel should wear ____ for any reported gas monitoring incidents

Answer 11

SCBA

Question 12

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Consider use of the Altair 4x multi–gas detector in any medical assistant calls to rule out the presence of Carbon monoxide and other toxic gases at :(7), if abnormal reading are encountered remove all personnel from the building

Answer 12

• unknown
• trouble breathing
• unconsciousness
• nausea
• vomiting
• vsa
• general feelings of being unwell

Question 13

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

When encountering any readings out of the ordinary with unknown causes, request

Answer 13

the Hazardous materials team

Question 14

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

be sure the ____ ______ on the detector have been cleared to zero prior to entering an area to obtain gas level readings. this will ensure that the peak readings resided are accurate tot he current incident

Answer 14

peak readings

Question 15

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

when taking reading of an unknown area, move slowly to allow time for the detector to react. readings should be taken (3)___ ___ ___ to account for various ______ of the gases in relation to ambient air

Answer 15

above the head
waist level
and at the ground

densities

Question 16

SOG 27-02 MSA Altair 4x Multi gas detector

Move in a systematic direction covering the entire area. work from an area of known safety inward to obtain readings, once comb/ex reading have been encountered

Answer 16

retreat to area of safety and crate a non-profit entry zone while awaiting utilities