CCT Safety Standards & Regulatory Compliance 2

Question 1

Which OSHA standard specifically governs control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) for Casper technicians servicing refrigeration equipment?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.147

Answer

29 CFR 1910.147 is OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy standard requiring lockout/tagout procedures before servicing equipment.

Question 2

A Casper technician discovers a refrigerant leak exceeding EPA Section 608 reporting thresholds in a commercial appliance. What is the required action?

Accepted Answer

Repair the leak within 30 days or retrofit/retire the equipment

Answer

EPA Section 608 requires that leaks exceeding threshold rates be repaired within 30 days, or equipment must be retrofitted or retired.

Question 3

What is the minimum recovery efficiency required when removing refrigerant from appliances manufactured after November 15, 1993, with a compressor rated at 200+ horsepower?

Accepted Answer

95%

Answer

EPA regulations require 95% recovery efficiency for very high-pressure appliances with compressors of 200 HP or more manufactured after November 15, 1993.

Question 4

Under ASHRAE Standard 15, what is the primary purpose of a machinery room for refrigeration systems?

Accepted Answer

To contain refrigerant leaks and protect building occupants

Answer

ASHRAE Standard 15 requires machinery rooms to contain refrigerant leaks so that building occupants outside the room are protected from exposure.

Question 5

Which document must a certified technician obtain before purchasing refrigerants regulated under EPA Section 608?

Accepted Answer

EPA Section 608 technician certification card

Answer

EPA Section 608 requires that only certified technicians purchase regulated refrigerants, and sellers must verify certification before sale.

(CCT) Certified Casper Technician Practice Test

(CCT) Certified Casper Technician Practice Test

CCT Safety Standards & Regulatory Compliance 2