Fire Safety
What type of fire extinguisher is used for ordinary combustibles?
Class A Fire Extinguisher
Name one common hazard in a metalworking facility.
Sharp Edges, Fires, Chemicals, etc.
Who should you ask if unsure about a machine?
Your Teacher
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What do Class B fire extinguishers put out?
Flammable Liquids
What should be worn at all times in the lab area?
Safety Glasses
What is the most dangerous day of the week? Why?
Wednesday; specifics may vary, but it is often cited as statistically dangerous.
What is the difference between an accident and an incident?
An accident results in damage or injury; an incident may not.
What are the three parts of the fire triangle?
Oxygen, Heat, Fuel
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
Why should long hair be tied back in the lab?
To prevent it from getting caught in machinery.
What does it mean for an event to be an incident?
It is an event that has unintentionally happened, but may not result in damage or injury
What is the purpose of Class C fire extinguishers?
To extinguish electrical fires
List two types of acceptable clothing in the shop.
Tennis Shoes/Steel Toed Boots, Jeans
When should gloves NOT be worn?
When operating rotating equipment.
Name one type of fire extinguisher and its use.
Class A, used for ordinary combustibles.
What type of fire extinguisher is used for flammable metals?
Class D Fire Extinguisher
What is considered a "near miss"?
An incident that did not result in damage or injury.
What should you always assume about metal?
That it can be dangerous or hot.
How can sparks and flying particles be a hazard?
They can cause fires or injuries