CPP Risk Assessment & Management 2

Question 1

A packaging engineer uses a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). What does the Risk Priority Number (RPN) represent?

Accepted Answer

Product of severity, occurrence, and detectability scores

Answer

RPN is calculated by multiplying Severity × Occurrence × Detectability, producing a number used to prioritize failure modes.

Question 2

Which regulatory body in the U.S. primarily governs packaging risk for food contact materials?

Accepted Answer

FDA

Answer

The FDA regulates food contact substances, including packaging materials, under 21 CFR to ensure they do not pose health risks.

Question 3

A company ships lithium batteries in packaging that fails UN38.3 testing. What is the primary risk consequence?

Accepted Answer

Thermal runaway and fire during transport

Answer

Lithium batteries that fail UN38.3 testing are at risk of thermal runaway, which can cause fires or explosions during transport.

Question 4

During a packaging risk review, a product's fragility factor is determined to be 40G. Which packaging design strategy is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Cushioning system designed to limit transmitted acceleration to below 40G

Answer

Fragility factor (Gc) defines the maximum acceleration a product can withstand, so cushioning must be designed to keep transmitted G-forces below that threshold.

Question 5

What does a quantitative risk assessment provide that a qualitative assessment does not?

Accepted Answer

Numerical probability and impact values for risks

Answer

Quantitative risk assessment assigns numerical values to probability and consequences, enabling prioritization and cost-benefit analysis beyond what qualitative ratings provide.

(CPP) Certified Packaging Professional Practice Test

(CPP) Certified Packaging Professional Practice Test

CPP Risk Assessment & Management 2