Inhalation is the most common way for a chemical to enter the body.

True or False

1. Inhalation is the most common way for a chemical to enter the body.

2. The first step of caring for a worker suffering from smoke inhalation is to provide the worker with 100% oxygen.

3. The employer is responsible for developing a written permit space program and ensuring its accessibility to relevant employees and contractors.

4. Even if a smoke inhalation victim is not negatively affected in the short term, symptoms can progress at a later date and lead to illness or even death.

5. According to OSHA, the permissible noise level for an eight hour period is 90 decibels.

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Multiple Choice

6. Good ventilation is a key component in controlling workers’ exposure to:

A. Airborne pathogens

B. Flammable Vapors

C. Chemicals

D. All answers are correct

7. Which of the following situations would not require a permit?

A. Walls join inward

B. Contains a hazardous atmosphere

C. Limited available means of entry and exit

D. Floors slope downward, thinning to a smaller area

8. Sound Pressure

A. Is the distance between the measuring location and the source

B. Takes into account the amount of sound energy absorbed by the environment

C. Is measured in decibels (dB)

D. All answers are correct

9. The highest perceivable sound, or threshold of pain, is

A. 130 dB

B. 150 dB

C. 185 dB

D. 125 dB

10. _______________ offer protection against smokes, dusts, fumes and mists, but are inefficient against airborne chemicals or the lack of oxygen.

A. Chemical cartridge respirators

B. Mechanical filter respirators

C. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

D. Fume hoods