OSHA and Regulations
What does OSHA stand for
What is Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Name on type of PPE used to protect your eyes.
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What gas can be deadly if inhaled and is produced by fuel-burning appliances?
What is Carbon monoxide (CO)?
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What is the first step in the P.A.S.S. method of using a fire extinguisher?
What is pull the pin?
Which OSHA subpart covers Personal Protective Equipment?
What is Subpart E
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True or false: PPE is only required for electrical work.
What is false? PPE is required for many HVAC tasks, not just electrical.
Give one example of a physical hazard in the HVAC field.
What is sharp sheet metal edges, falling objects, moving fan blades?
Which class of fire extinguisher is typically used for electrical fires?
What is Class C?
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True or Fales: OSHA regulations apply only to companies with more than 50 employees.
What is False? They apply to most workplaces regardless of size.
Name three different types of PPE commonly used in HVAC work.
What is safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel or composite toe boots, hard hat and face shield?
What is one sign of heat exhaustion?
What is heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, or nausea?
Why must refrigerant cylinders be stored upright?
What is to ensure only vapor exits the valve and prevent liquid from escaping or to keep the valve from breaking off?
Name two types of work hazards OSHA standards help control in the HVAC field.
What is electrical hazards, fall hazards, chemical exposure, confined space hazards, and fire hazards?
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Name a situation in HVAC where a face shield would be required in addition to safety glasses.
What is grinding metal, using a cutoff wheel, or working where debris or hot sparks may strike the face?
Explain why ventilation is critical when working in a confined space.
What is to prevent buildup of toxic gases or depletion of oxygen?
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Describe one environmental effect of improperly venting refrigerants.
What is contributes to ozone layer depletion and/or global warming?
Explain the main purpose of OSHA's Lockout/ Tagout standard.
What is to prevent accidental startup or release of hazardous energy during servicing and maintenance?
Explain how PPE should fit and why proper fit matters for safety.
What is it should be snug but comfortable; proper fit ensures maximum protection and prevents slipping or obstruction.
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Describe two risks of working with high-pressure refrigerant cylinders.
What is risk of explosion if overheated, frostbite from contact with liquid refrigerant, injury from sudden release of pressure, or even inhalation?
Explain two safe methods for transporting a heavy refrigerant cylinder.
What is use a cylinder cart; keep the cylinder secured upright; avoid rolling or dragging?