CAR Appliance Recycler Safety & Hazardous Material Handling 2

Question 1

Which federal regulation governs the proper handling and disposal of refrigerants recovered from household appliances?

Accepted Answer

EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act

Answer

EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act prohibits the venting of refrigerants and requires certified technicians to recover them properly.

Question 2

When draining motor oil from a washing machine gearcase, what is the minimum PPE required?

Accepted Answer

Full face shield, nitrile gloves, and chemical-resistant apron

Answer

Draining motor oil requires protection against splash hazards to the eyes, skin, and clothing, necessitating a full face shield, chemical-resistant gloves, and an apron.

Question 3

A recycler receives a chest freezer containing an unknown white crystalline substance inside the food compartment. The first action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Isolate the unit and report to the site supervisor

Answer

Unknown substances must be treated as potentially hazardous; the unit should be isolated and a supervisor notified before any further handling.

Question 4

Which refrigerant, commonly found in older window air conditioners, has the highest ozone depletion potential (ODP)?

Accepted Answer

R-22

Answer

R-22 (HCFC-22) has a significant ozone depletion potential and was phased out of new equipment production under the Clean Air Act.

Question 5

What is the correct disposal method for capacitors removed from microwave ovens that may still hold a charge?

Accepted Answer

Discharge using an insulated screwdriver across the terminals, then dispose as scrap metal

Answer

Capacitors must be safely discharged using a properly insulated resistor or screwdriver before handling to prevent electrical shock.

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CAR Appliance Recycler Safety & Hazardous Material Handling 2