Certified Safety Professional Exam Emergency Response and Fire Protection 2

Question 1

In the context of hazardous materials emergency response, what does BLEVE stand for?

Accepted Answer

Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion

Answer

Burst Level Emergency Venting Event

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Burning Liquid Evaporation Venting Explosion

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Basic Liquid Emergency Vapor Evaluation

Question 2

Under OSHA's HAZWOPER standard (29 CFR 1910.120), how many hours of initial training are required for employees who respond to hazardous substance releases (operations level)?

Accepted Answer

24 hours

Answer

8 hours

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16 hours

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40 hours

Question 3

What is the primary function of a fire watch?

Accepted Answer

To monitor for fires during and after hot work operations

Answer

To inspect fire extinguishers monthly

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To conduct quarterly fire drills

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To review fire protection plans

Question 4

What is the flash point of a flammable liquid as defined by OSHA?

Accepted Answer

The minimum temperature at which it gives off sufficient vapor to form an ignitable mixture near the surface

Answer

The temperature at which it auto-ignites without a spark

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The boiling point at standard pressure

Answer

The temperature at which the liquid burns continuously

Question 5

According to NFPA 72, audible fire alarm notification appliances in occupied spaces must produce a sound level of at least how many dB above ambient noise?

Accepted Answer

15 dB

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5 dB

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10 dB

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20 dB

Question 6

Which agency administers the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)?

Accepted Answer

EPA

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OSHA

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FEMA

Answer

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