ASP Hazardous Materials & Chemical Safety

Question 1

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), how many sections must a GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet (SDS) contain?

Accepted Answer

16

Answer

GHS-aligned SDSs are standardized to exactly 16 sections, covering everything from chemical identification through disposal considerations.

Question 2

On an NFPA 704 diamond, the red quadrant communicates which type of hazard?

Accepted Answer

Flammability hazard

Answer

In the NFPA 704 system, red = flammability, blue = health, yellow = reactivity, and white = special notices.

Question 3

Under RCRA, a facility generating between 100 and 1,000 kg of hazardous waste per month is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Small Quantity Generator

Answer

Small Quantity Generators (SQGs) produce 100–1,000 kg/month and face intermediate regulatory requirements between VSQGs and LQGs.

Question 4

DOT hazard class 3 is assigned to which category of dangerous goods?

Accepted Answer

Flammable liquids

Answer

DOT Class 3 is specifically designated for flammable and combustible liquids such as gasoline and acetone.

Question 5

The Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) is defined as the minimum concentration of flammable vapor in air at which:

Accepted Answer

Ignition from an external source can cause an explosion

Answer

Below the LEL the mixture is too lean to ignite; at the LEL and above, an ignition source can cause a fire or explosion.

ASP - Safety Fundamentals Practice Test