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Safety Procedures & PPE Flashcards

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  1. Which component of a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) absorbs energy to limit the maximum arresting force on the body to 1,800 lbs?

    Answer: The shock-absorbing lanyard or self-retracting lifeline

    The shock-absorbing lanyard or SRL is specifically designed to deploy and dissipate energy, limiting peak arresting force to the 1,800-lb OSHA maximum.

  2. When is a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) most valuable in alarm installation work?

    Answer: Before beginning a non-routine or higher-risk task to identify and control hazards proactively

    A JHA is most effective as a proactive tool completed before starting unfamiliar or high-risk tasks, allowing hazards to be identified and mitigated before work begins.

  3. An alarm technician accidentally splashes battery acid (sulfuric acid) on their forearm. What is the immediate first aid action?

    Answer: Flush continuously with large amounts of clean water for at least 15–20 minutes

    Immediate and prolonged water flushing (15–20 minutes minimum) is the correct first aid for acid skin contact to dilute and remove the chemical.

  4. What does the term 'hierarchy of controls' describe in occupational safety?

    Answer: A ranked approach to hazard mitigation from most to least effective

    The hierarchy of controls ranks hazard mitigation methods from most effective (elimination) to least effective (PPE), guiding safety professionals to use the best feasible solution.

  5. A technician is soldering connections inside an alarm panel. Which specific air quality hazard does this activity produce?

    Answer: Flux fumes containing colophony (rosin) that can cause occupational asthma

    Rosin-core solder flux produces fumes containing colophony, a known respiratory sensitizer that can cause occupational asthma with repeated exposure.

  6. When must a technician recertify CPR/first aid training according to standard occupational safety recommendations?

    Answer: Every 2 years

    The American Heart Association and Red Cross recommend CPR and first aid recertification every 2 years to maintain current technique proficiency.

  7. A technician is working alone at a remote commercial site after hours. Which safety practice is MOST critical in this situation?

    Answer: Establish a check-in/check-out procedure with a supervisor or dispatch

    A mandatory check-in/check-out procedure ensures someone will initiate emergency response if the lone worker is incapacitated and fails to check in.