Safety and Emergency Procedures Flashcards
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When transporting anhydrous ammonia on a public road, the vehicle must display:
Answer: DOT placards for non-flammable compressed gas (Division 2.2) or toxic gas (Division 2.3)
DOT hazmat regulations require proper placarding for anhydrous ammonia transport, classified as a compressed or toxic gas depending on concentration.
What is the most critical safety check before connecting a nurse tank to an anhydrous ammonia applicator?
Answer: Inspect all hoses, valves, and fittings for wear, cracks, or leaks
Inspecting hoses, valves, and fittings for damage before connection prevents dangerous leaks of anhydrous ammonia during transfer and application.
A co-worker begins showing symptoms of fertilizer chemical exposure including difficulty breathing and eye irritation. After calling 911, what should you do while waiting for help?
Answer: Move the victim to fresh air, keep them calm, and provide the SDS to paramedics
Moving the victim to fresh air and providing the SDS to emergency responders allows proper medical treatment based on the specific chemical involved.
Under what conditions should a fertilizer applicator refuse to begin an application job?
Answer: When safety equipment is missing, conditions are unsafe, or label requirements cannot be followed
Applicators have both a legal and ethical duty to refuse work when conditions create safety risks or would result in label violations.
Which NFPA rating system section on a hazardous material label specifically addresses reactivity and instability hazards?
Answer: Yellow section (Instability/Reactivity)
The NFPA 704 diamond's yellow quadrant rates a chemical's reactivity and instability hazard on a scale of 0 to 4.
How often should emergency response equipment (eyewash stations, fire extinguishers) at a fertilizer handling facility be inspected?
Answer: At regular intervals per manufacturer recommendations and regulatory requirements, typically monthly or annually
Regulatory requirements and manufacturer guidelines require regular scheduled inspections of emergency equipment to ensure it will function when needed.
Which of the following best describes the 'Hierarchy of Controls' as applied to fertilizer handling safety?
Answer: A prioritized approach: Elimination, Substitution, Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls, then PPE
The Hierarchy of Controls ranks hazard reduction strategies from most to least effective, with elimination being preferred over PPE as a last resort.