MTC Marine Technician Safety & Environmental Practices 3

Question 1

Which EPA regulation governs the proper handling, recovery, and recycling of refrigerants in marine air conditioning systems?

Accepted Answer

Section 608 of the Clean Air Act

Answer

EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act prohibits the venting of regulated refrigerants and requires certified technicians and approved recovery equipment.

Question 2

When disposing of used marine engine oil, a technician must ensure it is:

Accepted Answer

Delivered to a licensed waste oil collection facility or recycler

Answer

Used oil is a regulated hazardous waste and must be taken to a licensed facility; burning in engines or overboard discharge is prohibited.

Question 3

A technician is working in a yacht's keel bilge and experiences sudden dizziness. The FIRST response is to:

Accepted Answer

Exit the space immediately and alert a co-worker

Answer

Sudden dizziness in a confined or poorly ventilated space signals possible atmospheric hazard; immediate egress is the life-saving priority.

Question 4

What minimum sound signal must a vessel under 12 meters make in restricted visibility under Inland and International Rules?

Accepted Answer

One prolonged blast every two minutes if under power

Answer

Rule 35 requires a power-driven vessel making way in restricted visibility to sound one prolonged blast at intervals of not more than two minutes.

Question 5

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom 2012 / GHS), how many pictograms can appear on a single label?

Accepted Answer

As many as necessary to convey all hazards present

Answer

GHS labels may carry multiple pictograms — one for each applicable hazard class — with no stated upper limit.

(MTC) Marine Technician Certification Practice Test

(MTC) Marine Technician Certification Practice Test

MTC Marine Technician Safety & Environmental Practices 3