Warehouse Safety & Hazardous Materials Handling Flashcards

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), what is the maximum number of pictograms allowed on a GHS-compliant label?

Answer: 8

GHS allows up to 8 pictograms on a compliant hazard label, though in practice most labels use fewer.

A warehouse worker discovers a leaking drum of an unknown liquid. What is the FIRST action they should take?

Answer: Evacuate the immediate area and notify the supervisor

The first priority is to evacuate and notify a supervisor so trained personnel with proper PPE can assess the situation.

What does the NFPA 704 'Blue' diamond quadrant indicate about a hazardous material?

Answer: Health hazard

The blue quadrant of the NFPA 704 diamond represents the health hazard rating on a scale of 0–4.

Which OSHA standard specifically governs the handling and storage of flammable and combustible liquids in warehouses?

Answer: 29 CFR 1910.106

29 CFR 1910.106 covers flammable and combustible liquids, including storage cabinets, quantities, and ventilation requirements.

When storing oxidizers in a warehouse, they must be separated from flammable materials by at least how many feet, or a fire-rated barrier?

Answer: 25 feet

NFPA and OSHA guidelines require a minimum 25-foot separation (or a 1-hour fire-rated barrier) between oxidizers and flammable materials.

A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Section 8 primarily provides information about:

Answer: Exposure controls and personal protective equipment

SDS Section 8 covers Exposure Controls/Personal Protection, including occupational exposure limits and recommended PPE.

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a Class D (combustible metal) fire in a warehouse?

Answer: Dry powder (Class D) extinguisher

Class D fires involving combustible metals require a specialized dry powder extinguishing agent rated for that class.