Exam 3: Shop Safety

While discussing fuel fires, Technician A says that liquid gasoline is what normally catches on fire. Technician B says that liquid gasoline is not what catches on fire. Rather, it is the vapors that are dangerous. Who is correct?

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

List six hazardous materials that automotive technicians commonly come into contact with.

The MOST-LIKELY result of a battery explosion is:

A(n) ____________________ is a liquid organic chemical compound used to dissolve solid substances.

Cold fuel spray can cause a bulb to shatter, and the hot filament can start a very dangerous fuel fire.

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

The MOST-LIKELY way to be burned in an automotive shop is:

In the United States, the EPA outlines regulations for the disposal of hazardous materials. These regulations are called the ____________________.

List five precautions that you should take when working with electrical tools.

Keeping oily materials separated from air prevents them from self-igniting, a process called greasesweep.

A(n) ____________________ provides details of the composition of a chemical, lists possible health and safety problems, and gives precautions for its safe use.

____ is a term for combustion that occurs in the vehicle's exhaust (after it leaves the cylinder) .

Under what circumstances should you wear eye protection?

A material is a hazardous waste if it exhibits a characteristic from any of the following categories EXCEPT:

The following are examples of hazardous wastes: ignitable wastes, corrosive wastes, and reactive wastes. Provide a brief description of each.

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

Either carbon dioxide ( CO₂ ) or a dry chemical fire extinguisher can be used on Class D fires .

While discussing hazards related to solvents, Technician A says that most solvents are flammable, and some can explode. Technician B says some solvents can react with heat or with other substances to create a different hazardous material. Who is right?

A ____ fire is one in which there are flammable liquids such as grease, oil, gasoline, or paint.