NYC Hazardous Waste Identification and Handling 2

Question 1

Which federal agency sets regulations for the handling and disposal of hazardous waste that NYC sanitation workers must comply with?

Accepted Answer

EPA

Answer

OSHA

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FEMA

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DOT

Question 2

A NYC sanitation worker notices white powder spilling from a garbage bag on collection. What should the worker do?

Accepted Answer

Secure the area, do not touch it, and call 911 or a supervisor

Answer

Sweep the powder into the truck hopper

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Wet the powder with water and continue collection

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Place the bag in a separate bin and continue the route

Question 3

Under NYC regulations, residents are prohibited from placing which of the following items at the curb for regular garbage collection?

Accepted Answer

Propane tanks

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Broken furniture

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Bagged yard waste

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Bundled cardboard

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of secondary containment when handling hazardous liquids during waste collection?

Accepted Answer

To prevent spills from contaminating the surrounding environment

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To make the liquid easier to transport

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To increase storage capacity

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To neutralize chemical reactions

Question 5

Which NFPA rating system uses a diamond-shaped label with four color-coded quadrants to indicate hazardous material risks?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 704

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NFPA 101

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NFPA 13

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NFPA 72

Question 6

What does a blue quadrant rating of '4' on an NFPA 704 diamond indicate?

Accepted Answer

Deadly health hazard

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Extreme fire hazard

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Highly reactive substance

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Special hazard

Question 7

Which of the following personal protective equipment items is MOST important when handling unknown liquid spills during waste collection?

Accepted Answer

Chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection

Answer

Steel-toed boots only

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High-visibility vest

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Hard hat