Auto ch. 5 questions
List 10 general safety rules
1. wear eye protection at all times 2. avoid anyone who does not take shop work seriously 3. keep shop organized 4. dress appropriately 5. never carry sharp tools or parts in your pockets 6. wear full face protection when grinding or welding 7. work like a professional 8. use the "best tool" for the job 9. use adequate lighting 10. never stir up asbestos dust
When removing asbestos dust from parts. Technician A believes a vacuum system should be used. Technician B believes dust should be blown away using compressed air. Who is right? A) A only B) B only C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B
A) A only
A respirator is a: A) filler mask B) type of chemical burn C) machine guard D) device to put out small fires
A) filler mask
An engine needs to be moved. Technician A says two people can slide the engine out of the way. Technician B says that an engine crane should be used to move the engine. Who is right? A) A only B) B only C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B
B) B only
When lifting heavy objects, always lift with your ___. A) arms B) legs C) back D) None of the above
B) legs
Asphyxiation can be caused by: A) touching a current- carrying wire B) improper lifting techniques C) breathing toxic substances D) None of the above
C) breathing toxic substances
Which of the following is not a good tip wen dressing for work? A) secure long hair B) roll up long shirt sleeves C) make sure all jewelry fits well D) do not carry sharp tools in pocket
C) make sure all jewelry fits well
Rules to remember when using gasoline include each of the following except: A) store gas in approved containers B) keep gas away from sources of heat C) use oil absorbent to absorb any gas spills D) never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent
C) use oil absorbent to absorb any gas spills
Which of the following cannot cause electric shock? A) a missing ground prong on cord B) using electric drill on wet floor C) using electric tools with a ground prong D) none of the above
C) using electrical tools with a ground prong
Eye protection should be worn when: A) carrying batteries B) operating power tools C) working by a running engine D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Which of the following is a possible source of explosions in an auto shop? A) Fuel tanks B) Car batteries C) Welding tanks D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Asbestos dust, which can cause cancer, is found in: A) fuel tanks B) transmissions C) propane-filled bottles D) brake and clutch assemblies
D) brake and clutch assemblies
In which auto shop area would an exhaust system repair most likely be done? A) Shop stall B) Grease rack C) Alignment rack D) Outside work area
D) outside work area
Explain what must be done to prevent physical injuries
Evaluate every repair technique and decide whether particular operations are safe and take action as required
Why is it important to perform periodic safety inspections?
It is easy to overlook any potential hazards
If you are pulling on a wrench as hard as you can and the fastener does not turn, what should you do to prevent injury?
Stop. Use a different wrench
Car batteries can explode. True or False?
True
list four safety rules to follow when using a vehicle lift
a) ask your instructor for a demonstration b) position the vehicle's center of gravity on the lift as described in the service manual c) raise the vehicle slowly while keeping your fingers away from any moving parts on the lift d) make sure the mechanical safety catch is engaged when the vehicle is high enough to be worked on
A(n)___ is used when working on a car's steering and suspension systems. It has special equipment for aligning the vehicle's wheels.
alignment rack
What causes an electrical fire in an auto mobile?
electrical fires can occur when a hot wire touches ground (vehicle frame or body)
___ is the most common and dangerous flammable found in an auto shop.
gasoline
