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Emergency Response & Preparedness Flashcards

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  1. Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a fuel storage area on a grounds facility?

    Answer: Class B (dry chemical or CO2)

    Class B extinguishers are rated for flammable liquid fires such as gasoline and diesel commonly found in fuel storage areas.

  2. A heat index of 103°F (39°C) places outdoor workers in which OSHA heat risk category?

    Answer: Very High to Extreme

    OSHA classifies a heat index above 103°F as Very High to Extreme risk, requiring the most rigorous preventive measures.

  3. During an active shooter situation on facility grounds, FEMA and DHS recommend following which response protocol?

    Answer: Run, Hide, Fight

    The federally recognized 'Run, Hide, Fight' protocol provides a prioritized sequence for surviving an active shooter event.

  4. Which federal law requires grounds operations to report accidental releases of hazardous substances above reportable quantities to the National Response Center?

    Answer: CERCLA / SARA Title III (EPCRA)

    CERCLA and EPCRA (SARA Title III) establish reporting requirements for releases of hazardous substances above federally set reportable quantities.

  5. A grounds manager finds a worker showing confusion, hot dry skin, and rapid pulse after working in the heat. This most likely indicates:

    Answer: Heat stroke

    Hot dry skin, altered mental status, and rapid pulse are classic signs of heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate cooling and EMS activation.

  6. When should grounds equipment be inspected for emergency readiness after a major storm event?

    Answer: Before the equipment is returned to service following the storm

    Equipment must be inspected for damage before returning to service to prevent secondary incidents caused by storm-damaged machinery.

  7. An emergency action plan (EAP) required by OSHA must include which of the following at minimum?

    Answer: Procedures for reporting emergencies and evacuation routes

    OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 requires EAPs to include emergency reporting procedures, evacuation procedures, and designated exit routes.

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