Quality Assurance & Compliance Flashcards
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Which OSHA standard specifically governs employee right-to-know about hazardous chemicals in the workplace?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication)
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) at 29 CFR 1910.1200 requires employers to inform workers about chemical hazards through labels and Safety Data Sheets.
When must a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) be accessible to employees?
Answer: At all times while the chemical is in the workplace
OSHA requires SDS documents to be immediately accessible to employees at all times during work shifts when hazardous chemicals are present.
A technician notices a floor jack is leaking hydraulic fluid and has reduced lift capacity. The correct action is to:
Answer: Tag it out of service and report it for repair
Defective lifting equipment must be removed from service immediately and tagged out to prevent potential injury from equipment failure.
In the context of ASE certification, what does 'recertification' require?
Answer: Passing recertification tests every five years
ASE certifications are valid for five years, after which technicians must pass updated recertification exams to maintain their credentials.
A vehicle is returned to a customer after a wheel bearing replacement, but the technician forgot to torque the lug nuts to specification. This is an example of:
Answer: A quality control failure with serious safety implications
Improperly torqued lug nuts can cause wheel separation while driving, representing a critical quality and safety failure.
Which type of waste generated in auto repair shops is regulated as hazardous under federal law?
Answer: Spent brake cleaner aerosol cans
Aerosol cans that contained flammable solvents like brake cleaner are classified as hazardous waste under RCRA regulations unless fully emptied.
What is the primary purpose of a torque audit performed after a wheel installation?
Answer: To verify the lug nuts have not loosened during a test drive
A torque audit after a short test drive confirms lug nuts have settled and maintained proper torque, ensuring wheel retention safety.