CDA Risk Assessment & Mitigation 2

Question 1

A decorative artist is working with oil-based glazes indoors. Which ventilation strategy BEST mitigates the risk of VOC buildup?

Accepted Answer

Use cross-ventilation with intake and exhaust airflow plus an air purifier rated for organic vapors

Answer

Cross-ventilation combined with an organic-vapor air purifier actively removes VOCs rather than simply diluting them.

Question 2

Which PPE item is most critical when spray-applying solvent-based metallic paint in an enclosed studio?

Accepted Answer

A half-face respirator with OV/P100 cartridges

Answer

An OV/P100 respirator protects against both organic vapor inhalation and particulate matter from spray atomization.

Question 3

Before applying decorative faux finish on an older home's walls, what is the primary risk assessment step regarding the existing paint?

Accepted Answer

Test for lead content using an EPA-approved test kit

Answer

Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint, and disturbing it without testing violates EPA RRP rules and creates serious health hazards.

Question 4

A client is allergic to latex. Which risk mitigation step should a decorative artist take when planning a mural project?

Accepted Answer

Select latex-free paint formulations and document the substitution in the project plan

Answer

Selecting latex-free products and documenting the choice protects the client and provides a record of due diligence.

Question 5

When using a heat gun to strip a decorative finish, the PRIMARY fire risk comes from:

Accepted Answer

Ignition of stripped flakes or nearby combustible materials

Answer

Stripped paint flakes and rags soaked in finish residue are highly combustible and can ignite from heat gun exhaust.

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