CPO Chemical Handling and Storage Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the primary hazard when mixing calcium hypochlorite with an acid-based chemical?

Accepted Answer

Release of toxic chlorine gas

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Explosion risk from hydrogen gas

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Formation of calcium deposits

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Reduced sanitizer effectiveness

Question 2

According to NFPA standards, what is the minimum separation distance between oxidizers and acids in a chemical storage room?

Accepted Answer

20 feet or a physical barrier

Answer

5 feet

Answer

10 feet

Answer

They must be in separate buildings

Question 3

What type of personal protective equipment is required when handling concentrated muriatic acid?

Accepted Answer

Chemical splash goggles, acid-resistant gloves, and a face shield

Answer

Safety glasses only

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Gloves and safety glasses

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No PPE needed if handling small quantities

Question 4

How should a CPO respond to a small chemical spill of granular calcium hypochlorite on a dry floor?

Accepted Answer

Sweep up carefully with a clean, dry broom into a clean, dry container

Answer

Flush immediately with large amounts of water

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Apply neutralizing acid to the spill

Answer

Cover with sand and leave for 24 hours

Question 5

What information must be readily available to emergency responders at a pool chemical storage facility?

Accepted Answer

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals on site

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The pool operator's phone number

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A list of all pool users

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The facility's insurance policy

Question 6

What is the maximum recommended storage temperature for liquid sodium hypochlorite?

Accepted Answer

60 degrees Fahrenheit

Answer

40 degrees Fahrenheit

Answer

85 degrees Fahrenheit

Answer

100 degrees Fahrenheit