Basic Shop Safety

What percentage of all shop injuries occur to the eyes?

15%

What should you do to stop bleeding of a cut or abrasion?

Apply direct pressure

Which of the following is NOT a basic emergency procedure?

Call the victim's family

What safety device should be worn when there is danger of fragments being thrown?

Clear face shield

What should you do to treat a severe burn?

Cover with a clean, dry cloth

What is the unit of measurement for expressing the intensity of sound?

Decibel

Gloves should be worn near moving machinery.

False

Tools with frayed cords are okay to used until the cord is replaced.

False

When welding, pockets on clothing should not have flaps?

False

Which of the following is NOT one of the four common types of potential shop hazards?

False

What should you do if chemicals are splashed into a person's eyes?

Flush with water

What device senses short circuits and stops electrical flow when ground faults occur?

Ground fault circuit interrupter

What should you do if a person breaks an arm?

Immobilize the arm & keep the person calm

What should you do if a penetrating eye injury occurs?

Immobilize the uninjured eye

How should flammable materials be stored?

In safety cans & in cabinets designed for storing flammable materials

Where can you find handling and emergency information on chemicals used in the shop?

Material Data Safety Sheet

Which of the following are fire hazards commonly found in the shop?

Sawdust, lumber scraps & oily rags

What should you do if chemicals are splashed on a person's skin?

Stop the burn process, remove saturated clothing & flush with water

Loose fitting clothing is not acceptable when working in the shop.

True

What designation appears on the frames of industrial quality safety glasses?

Z87