CSS Personal Protective Equipment and Fire Safety 3

Question 1

Which type of respirator provides the HIGHEST level of respiratory protection in immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) atmospheres?

Accepted Answer

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Answer

SCBAs supply clean air from a carried tank and provide the highest level of respiratory protection, required in IDLH and oxygen-deficient atmospheres.

Question 2

A safety supervisor needs to select PPE for a worker handling concentrated sulfuric acid. Which glove material offers the BEST chemical resistance?

Accepted Answer

Butyl rubber

Answer

Butyl rubber gloves offer excellent resistance to highly corrosive acids including concentrated sulfuric acid and strong bases.

Question 3

What OSHA standard governs the design, installation, and use of fixed fire suppression systems in general industry?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.155 through 1910.165

Answer

29 CFR 1910 Subpart L (sections 1910.155–1910.165) covers fire protection requirements including portable extinguishers, standpipe systems, and fixed suppression systems.

Question 4

When must a safety supervisor remove a hard hat from service?

Accepted Answer

After any impact, signs of damage, or when it exceeds the manufacturer's service life

Answer

Hard hats must be removed from service after sustaining any impact, if cracks, dents, or penetrations are found, or when the manufacturer's recommended service life is exceeded.

Question 5

Which PASS technique is used to operate a portable fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from side to side.

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CSS Personal Protective Equipment and Fire Safety 3