CPT Safety Awareness & Compliance 3

Question 1

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a Class C electrical fire in a production environment?

Accepted Answer

CO2 or dry chemical extinguisher rated for Class C fires

Answer

Class C fires involve energized electrical equipment; CO2 and dry chemical extinguishers are non-conductive and safe to use, while water conducts electricity and is dangerous.

Question 2

Under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), which control is considered the primary means of preventing exposure?

Accepted Answer

Engineering and work practice controls such as sharps disposal containers and hand-washing facilities

Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard prioritizes engineering controls and safe work practices as the primary exposure prevention strategy, with PPE as a secondary layer.

Question 3

What does the acronym GHS stand for in the context of chemical safety?

Accepted Answer

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals

Answer

GHS stands for the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, adopted by OSHA through the HazCom 2012 update.

Question 4

A production worker is required to enter a confined space with limited oxygen. What type of confined space classification applies?

Accepted Answer

Permit-required confined space

Answer

A confined space with an atmospheric hazard such as oxygen deficiency is classified as a permit-required confined space under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146.

Question 5

What is the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) framework primarily designed to protect workers from?

Accepted Answer

Health effects from exposure to airborne contaminants over an 8-hour workday

Answer

PELs set legal limits on the concentration of airborne substances workers may be exposed to during an 8-hour time-weighted average workday.

(CPT) Certified Production Technician Practice Test

(CPT) Certified Production Technician Practice Test

CPT Safety Awareness & Compliance 3