CAT Safety Procedures & PPE 3

Question 1

An alarm technician must work on a roof-mounted sensor in wet conditions. Which footwear hazard is MOST significant?

Accepted Answer

Reduced traction and slip risk

Answer

Wet conditions dramatically reduce boot traction, making slip and fall the primary footwear-related hazard on elevated surfaces.

Question 2

What does the acronym 'GFI' stand for in the context of electrical safety for alarm technicians?

Accepted Answer

Ground Fault Interrupter

Answer

GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter, also called GFCI) is a safety device that interrupts a circuit when current leaks to ground, protecting against electrocution.

Question 3

A technician is about to drill into a wall to run conduit. Which tool should be used to check for hidden hazards before drilling?

Accepted Answer

Multi-sensor detector capable of finding pipes, wires, and studs

Answer

A multi-sensor detector identifies pipes, electrical wires, and structural members simultaneously, providing the most complete pre-drill hazard check.

Question 4

What is the OSHA-required minimum height at which fall protection must be provided for general industry work on an elevated surface?

Accepted Answer

4 feet

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.23 requires fall protection for general industry workers at elevations of 4 feet or more above a lower level.

Question 5

Which respiratory hazard is MOST commonly encountered by alarm technicians drilling into older commercial buildings built before 1980?

Accepted Answer

Silica and asbestos-containing materials

Answer

Buildings constructed before 1980 commonly contain asbestos in insulation, tiles, and fireproofing, and silica in concrete — both serious respiratory hazards when disturbed.

(CAT) Certified Alarm Technician Level I Practice Test

(CAT) Certified Alarm Technician Level I Practice Test

CAT Safety Procedures & PPE 3