Hazmat Chapter 2

11. Small airborne particles of solid substances such as grain, flour, sugar, coal, metal, or sawdust: (65) A. can ignite or explode. B. do not present a hazard. C. may be stored in flexible bladders. D. have their own hazardous materials placard.

A

14. Statistics on marine vessel oil spills show that most oil spills: (69) A. are relatively small. B. are large major spills. C. occur in the open ocean. D. are due to animal collisions.

A

15. Which marine vessels may serve as floating warehouses with hazardous goods, vehicles, or rail cars inside? (71) A. Barges B. Unit loading devices C. Chemical carrier tankers D. Towing or pushing vessels

A

2. In general, when hazmat is involved, distance often equates to: (45) A. safety. B. inefficiency. C. a higher dose. D. increased risk.

A

1. Incidents involving hazardous materials can be controlled only when: (45) A. a complete hazmat team has arrived. B. state officials have been notified of the incident. C. personnel involved have sufficient information to make informed decisions. D. you are close enough to use your five senses to identify the hazardous material.

C

10. Mexican placards, markings, and labels are: (81) A. always in English. B. always only in Spanish. C. very similar to the U.S. and Canada. D. only used when transporting weapons of mass destruction.

C

18. Generally speaking, labels are designed for: (72) A. fixed facilities. B. bulk packages. C. nonbulk packages. D. non-hazardous materials.

C

18. Which of these activities is outside the scope of action for Awareness level personnel? (107) A. Evacuating the hazard area B. Interpretation of safety data sheets (SDS) C. The use of monitoring and detection devices D. Identification of basic special container shapes

C

52. Which of the following is NOT a section included in Safety Data Sheets (SDS)? (101-102) A. First aid measures B. Physical properties C. Regulatory information D. NIOSH identification number

D

43. In the U.S. and Canada, military markings are: (92) A. uniform. B. not necessarily uniform. C. identical to national systems. D. the same as the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).

B

21. In North America, rail tank cars, portable tanks, bulk packages, and certain nonbulk packages must display: (73) A. the U.N. four-digit identification number. B. a weatherproof copy of their shipping papers. C. painted stencils identifying the hazardous material. D. their schedule for transportation of hazardous materials.

A

22. Which of the following statements regarding the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) and U.N. four-digit identification numbers is MOST accurate? (74) A. U.N. identification numbers can be found in the ERG and on shipping papers. B. U.N. identification numbers are listed in the ERG's green-bordered pages. C. The U.S. DOT requires all U.N. identification numbers to be listed in the ERG. D. Although the ERG can help identify the U.N. identification number, it will not help first responders determine appropriate initial response information.

A

25. What placard designation is used for mixed loads where the transport vehicle contains non-bulk packages with two or more package categories of hazardous materials? (77) A. DANGEROUS B. Miscellaneous C. Multiple hazards D. n.o.s (Not otherwise specified)

A

26. Which of the following is a 3.9 inch (100 mm) square-on-point diamond that identifies hazardous materials within packaging? (77) A. Label B. Placard C. Marking D. Four-digit ID number

A

28. What types of materials are first responders MOST likely to find labeled with the marking "hot"? (79) A. Sulfur or aluminum B. Radioactive substances C. Flammable hydrocarbons D. Highly compressed gases

A

29. Which agency governs transportation placards, labels, and markings in Canada? (80) A. Transport Canada B. Canada Border Services Agency C. Office of the Information Commissioner D. Occupational Health and Safety Tribunal Canada

A

3. Where are hazardous materials found? (46) A. Hazardous materials may be found anywhere. B. Hazardous materials are only found in clandestine laboratories. C. Hazardous materials are illegal in North America and will not be present. D. Hazardous materials are only found in appropriately labeled containers.

A

36. In the NFPA 704 System, where are special hazards symbols located? (88 ) A. At the six o'clock position B. At the twelve o'clock position C. No special hazard symbols are authorized D. Superimposed over the center of the diamond

A

38. OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires: (89) A. employers to identify hazards in the workplace. B. employees to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. C. transportation facilities to declare the presence of hazardous materials. D. employers to remove all hazardous materials from the workplace.

A

40. In Canada, general caution signals are: (92) A. round. B. triangular. C. hexagonal. D. rectangular.

A

5. In which type of occupancy are first responders MOST likely to find supplies of anhydrous ammonia? (49) A. Farms B. Residences C. Office buildings D. Health care facilities

A

58. Which situation is the most dangerous for first responders? (104-105) A. Identifying an anhydrous ammonia leak by its irritating fumes B. Using binoculars to identify a placard on an overturned truck C. Gathering reports of strange odors or tastes from witnesses D. Observing a propane vapor cloud from upwind and on top of a hill

A

6. The placarding, labeling, and marking system used by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to identify hazmat during transportation is based on recommendation by the: (72) A. United Nations (UN). B. United States Supreme Court. C. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). D. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

A

7. Which of the following is considered a nonbulk container? (54) A. Drum B. Railcar C. Cargo tank D. Intermodal container

A

9. Liquid oxygen (LOX), nitrogen, helium, hydrogen, argon, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) are examples of: (61) A. cryogens. B. corrosives. C. non-hazardous materials. D. weapons of mass destruction.

A

12. The manufacture and labeling of pesticides is regulated by the: (93) A. Chemical Abstract Service® (CAS®). B. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). C. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). D. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

B

13. In trucks and airplanes, shipping papers should be: (99) A. in the cargo hold. B. placed near the driver or pilot. C. attached to each hazardous material. D. accessed virtually via handheld device.

B

16. Which of the five senses is the safest to use to detect hazardous material? (104) A. Taste B. Vision C. Touch D. Hearing

B

17. Physiological signs and symptoms of chemical exposure: (106) A. will be the same in all responders. B. may also indicate the presence of hazardous materials. C. can only be recognized by trained medical professionals. D. do not correlate with the presence of hazardous materials.

B

19. Generally speaking, placards are designed for: (72) A. fixed facilities. B. bulk packages. C. nonbulk packages. D. non-hazardous materials.

B

23. Which of the following is a diamond shaped, color-coded sign placed on bulk transportation containers? (75) A. Label B. Placard C. Marking D. Four-digit ID number

B

24. What type of vehicle is LEAST likely to have hazardous materials placards attached? (77) A. Rail tank cars B. Military vehicles C. Cargo tank vehicles D. Type A radioactive tanks

B

34. In the NFPA 704 System, what does a "4" in the yellow background indicate? (87) A. High flammability B. Severe instability C. Low health hazard D. Radiological or nuclear hazards

B

4. Rounded, almost spherical ends, bolted manways, and pressure relief gauges are clues that a container is: (56) A. radioactive. B. under pressure. C. a solids container. D. non-bulk packaging.

B

41. In Mexico, general caution signals are: (92) A. round. B. triangular. C. hexagonal. D. rectangular.

B

46. What does the International Organization for Standardization define in ISO-3864? (98) A. What materials are considered hazardous B. Design criteria for international safety signs C. Containers for safely storing radioactive materials D. Rules for the transportation of biohazardous materials

B

49. Shipping papers must accompany: (99) A. any bill of lading or waybill. B. shipments of hazardous materials. C. hazardous materials at fixed facilities. D. permanent storage containers of hazardous waste.

B

50. Which of the following statements regarding shipping papers and similar documents is MOST accurate? (99) A. On airplanes, they are found on the inside of the cargo door. B. They are often placed on the bridge or in the pilothouse on ships and barges. C. Radioactive shipments must be accompanied by a Uniform Radiological Materials Manifest. D. A copy of a train list or consist must be obtained by contacting the railroad's emergency phone number.

B

57. What are CAMEO and WISER? (104) A. Digital databases of shipping papers B. Electronic technical resources designed to help in hazmat incidents C. Forums for emergency responders and the public to work together D. Digital reference sources for international standards on the transportation of chemical products

B

6. Locations such as ports, docks, railroad sidings, airplane hangars and truck terminals: (50) A. do not contain hazardous materials. B. are likely locations for hazmat incidents. C. are unlikely locations for hazmat incidents. D. must announce when hazardous materials will be present.

B

2. Once hazardous materials are detected, first responders should: (45) A. deny exit to all bystanders. B. get as close as possible to attempt material identification. C. use a number of resources to identify the materials and potential hazards. D. do nothing until the Incident Commander and a hazmat technician arrive on the scene.

C

27. Which of the following is a descriptive name, identification number, weight, or specification that includes instructions, cautions, or U.N. marks, and is required on outer packaging of hazardous materials? (79) A. Label B. Placard C. Marking D. Four-digit ID number

C

3. When hazardous materials are transported through your area,: (46) A. it will be confidential. B. there will be 24 hour notice. C. you may have little or no warning. D. a police escort should be provided.

C

31. Mexican placards, markings, and labels are based on: (81) A. the ERG. B. NFPA 1072. C. U.N. recommendations. D. the Secretariat of Communications and Transportation.

C

35. In the NFPA 704 System, what category does a "W" found in the white background indicate? (88) A. Health risks B. Miscellaneous C. Water reactivity D. Waste products

C

37. Uniform classification of hazardous substances and uniform labeling standards are key elements of: (88) A. military markings. B. the Global Health System (GHS). C. the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). D. the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

C

39. The Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS): (89) A. does not require hazardous products to be labeled and marked. B. does not spell out requirements for the use of safety data sheets. C. is most commonly met by providing two types of labels: supplier and workplace. D. requires hazardous materials be labeled according to OSHA's Hazards Communication Standard (HCS).

C

45. Which of the following statements about other hazard communication symbols is MOST accurate? (97) A. New hazardous materials are always being invented. B. Biological toxins require multiple, complex symbol systems. C. Every facility may have its own symbols, signs, and markings. D. Each type of radiological waste has a different type of symbol.

C

55. Chemical Inventory Lists (CILs) at facilities usually contain information about locations of materials within a facility, making them useful tools for: (103) A. setting up decontamination corridors. B. differentiating between different types of radiation. C. identifying containers that have been damaged or are missing labels or markings. D. determining where to most appropriately dispose of biohazardous waste materials.

C

56. How does a LERP (Local Emergency Response Plan) differ from a preincident plan? (103) A. They are the same thing. B. A LERP takes precedence over a preincident plan. C. A LERP is developed working with emergency management agencies, responders, industry, and the public. D. A preincident plan is designed to provide a forum for emergency management agencies, responders, industry, and the public.

C

59. Which of the following BEST describes olfactory fatigue? (105) A. A slow but continuous loss of consciousness B. The tendency for inexperienced responders to ignore hazards C. The gradual loss of ability to detect the presence of a chemical by smell D. The ability of some hazardous materials to overwhelm the respiratory system

C

61. Peeling or discoloration of a container's finish suggests what type of change? (105-106)61. A. Nuclear B. Physical C. Chemical D. Physiological

C

62. Physiological signs and symptoms of chemical exposure are LEAST likely to include: (106-107) A. abdominal distress. B. changes in excretion. C. contusions or hematomas. D. changes in level of consciousness.

C

63. Effectively using monitoring and detection devices requires: (107) A. the presence of a hazmat lab on site. B. supervision by a health and safety officer. C. actual contact with the hazardous material. D. at least two active responders and two on backup.

C

8. Placards are not required for shipment of: (75) A. cryogens. B. bulk packages. C. infectious substances. D. corrosive or toxic substances.

C

9. Canadian placards, markings, and labels are: (80) A. always in French. B. always in English. C. very similar to the U.S. and Mexico. D. only used when transporting weapons of mass destruction.

C

1. Time and effort devoted to identifying contents of buildings, vehicles, and containers results in: (45) A. higher rates of civilian casualties. B. increased injuries to first responders. C. greater confusion and chaos at incidents. D. greater safety for first responders and the community.

D

10. Liquid containers tend to have: (63) A. open tops B. pressure gauges. C. V-shaped sloping sides. D. flat (or less rounded) ends on tanks.

D

11. Promoting common, consistent criteria for classifying chemicals according to their health, physical, and environmental hazards is the goal of: (88) A. placards. B. military markings. C. materials safety data sheets. D. the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).

D

12. Materials with very little radioactivity that present no risk to the public should be shipped using what type of packaging? (67) A. Type A B. Type B C. Type C D. Excepted

D

13. Which of the following statements about pipelines is MOST accurate? (67) A. Pipeline markers always mark exact locations. B. Pipelines will run in a straight line between markers. C. Markers are rarely the best way to identify that pipelines are present. D. Pipeline companies must provide markers where pipelines cross under (or over) railroads or waterways.

D

14. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are prepared by: (101) A. the local AHJ. B. a first responder. C. the incident safety officer. D. the chemical's manufacturer or importer.

D

15. The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) is primarily designed for use at: (102) A. sea. B. health care facilities. C. fixed-facility locations. D. incidents occurring on highway or railroad.

D

16. What is a unit loading device? (72) A. A large railway cargo container B. A type of marine vessel cargo carrier C. A mechanized device to automatically load hazardous materials D. Containers and aircraft pallets used to consolidate air cargo into a single transportable unit

D

17. In North America, the U.N.'s Transportation of Dangerous Goods - Model Regulations is the basis of: (72) A. container shapes. B. preincident plans and surveys. C. first responder responsibilities and limitations. D. the placarding, labeling, and marking system used to identify hazardous materials during transportation.

D

20. In the U.N. system, hazard classes are divided into: (72-73) A. explosive and nonexplosive. B. the types of containers they are transported in. C. fifteen different classes, ranked from safest to most dangerous. D. nine classes that include gases, infectious substances, and miscellaneous.

D

30. One difference between Canadian and U.S. placard, label, and marking systems is that: (81) A. Canadian labels and markings will only be in French. B. Canada does not require placards for radioactive materials. C. the Canadian system has several more hazard classes than the U.S. system. D. most Canadian transport placards do not have signal words written on them.

D

32. One difference between Mexican and U.S. placard, label, and marking systems is that: (81) A. Mexico does not require placards for radioactive materials. B. Mexico has several placards for materials that may be inhaled. C. the Mexican system has several fewer hazard classes than the U.S. system. D. information provided on Mexican labels and markings is likely to be in Spanish.

D

33. NFPA 704, Standard System for the Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency Response gives widely recognized methods for indicating the presence of hazardous materials: (86) A. at residential occupancies. B. for air and water transport. C. for long-distance trucking operations. D. at commercial, manufacturing, institutional, or other fixed-storage facilities.

D

4. What are some reasons that preincident surveys might not be accurate or useful in a hazmat incident? (48) A. Your AHJ may not regulate hazardous materials. B. Preincident surveys are rarely useful in an emergency. C. Definitions of hazardous materials are in constant flux. D. Inventories, businesses, or other factors may change without notice.

D

42. Chemical Abstract Service® (CAS®) registry numbers are unique numerical identifiers assigned to: (92) A. fixed facilities. B. transportation hubs. C. trucks, tankers, ships, barges, and airplanes that transport hazardous materials. D. individual chemicals, chemical compounds, polymers, mixtures, alloys, and some biological sequences.

D

44. Which of the following are NOT included on pesticide labels in the U.S. and Canada? (93-97) A. Signal word B. Supplier identification C. EPA/Canadian PCP number D. U.N. four-digit identification number

D

47. Under ANSI Z535.1, what color means Warning? (98) A. Red B. Green C. Yellow D. Orange

D

48. Under ANSI Z535.1, the color blue: (98) A. is not used. B. is the background color for all signage. C. signifies very cold materials such as cryogens. D. marks safety information signage such as required PPE.

D

5. Over ninety percent of the world's cargo is transported via: (69) A. air. B. pipeline. C. highway. D. marine vessels.

D

51. Safety data sheets: (101) A. are not formatted according to GHS specifications. B. are confidential and should not be accessed by first responders. C. should only be utilized by responders trained at the Technician level and above. D. are often the best source of information about a particular material to which emergency responders have access.

D

53. The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG): (102) A. is designed primarily for use at fixed-facility locations. B. will be more specific and accurate than information on shipping papers. C. addresses all possible circumstances that may be associated with a hazardous response incident. D. provides guidance to personnel who may be first to arrive at a scene of a transportation incident involving hazmat.

D

54. Which of the following statements regarding the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) is MOST accurate? (102) A. Only Awareness level responders use the ERG. B. Operations level training is required to use the ERG. C. Only firefighters will find the information in the ERG useful in planning a response. D. Operations level responders should seek additional, specific information beyond the ERG.

D

60. Which of the following BEST describes physical processes of materials? (105) A. The conversion of one substance to another B. Any erroneous or incomplete placarding or markings C. Peculiar smells, visible vapor clouds, and radiant heat D. Processes that do NOT change the elemental composition of materials involved

D

64. The use of monitoring and detection devices: (107) A. is discouraged for all first responders. B. is required of Awareness level personnel. C. should only be performed by the Incident Commander. D. is outside the scope of action for Awareness level personnel.

D

7. The U.N. assigns a four-digit identification number to: (73) A. marine vessels. B. bulk packaging. C. flammable contents only. D. hazardous materials and categories.

D

8. Pressure containers: (54) A. do not contain hazardous materials. B. can be recognized by their two flat ends. C. are constructed out of very flexible material. D. have the potential to release a great deal of energy if involved in an incident.

D