Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
What type of footwear is required in the shop?
close toe shoes and boots
Where is the nearest fire extinguisher located in the shop?
near the bay door in the shop
What must you always do before using a floor jack to raise a vehicle?
look for your lifting points
Why must oil spills be cleaned immediately?
so that no one slips and falls
What should you do before entering the shop each day?
make sure that you have the correct PPE on
Why should loose clothing or jewelry not be worn when working with machinery?
because you can get caught in the in equipment and get hurt
What type of fire extinguisher is used for gasoline or oil fires?
type B fire extinguisher
Why should jack stands always be used after lifting a car?
because hydraulic jacks and give out at any time
What does SDS stand for?
Safety Data Sheet
Why is horseplay never allowed in the shop?
because you can get hurt
What type of glasses must be worn when grinding or using power tools?
Z87 OHSA approved safety glasses
Why should you never use water to put out an electrical fire?
because you can electrocute your self
Before lowering a lift, what should you check for?
check to ensure that the area is clear and also yell the word CLEAR as well
Why should you never mix different cleaning chemicals?
because you can cause an Explosion or make a harmful chemical
What should you always do before starting any machine?
ask your teacher for permission
What hearing protection should you use when noise levels are high?
ear plugs or muffs
What’s the first thing you do if a tool’s cord is frayed?
let Mr. Hedrick know and do not use it
Why must power tools be disconnected before changing attachments?
because you can get your finger and or hand caught in the tool
What kind of gloves should be used when handling battery acid?
nitrile gloves
Why is it important to keep walkways and exits clear?
so that way we can exit the building in a safe and orderly fashion manner
Why is it important to tie back long hair in the shop?
so you do not get caught on moving engine parts
What type of shop hazard is caused by welding sparks near flammable liquids?
it is a fire
What’s the safe way to hand another student a sharp tool like a screwdriver or chisel?
you should hand them the tool handle first so that way no one gets stabbed by the tool
What’s the correct way to store gasoline in the shop?
flammable liquid safety containers
What’s the correct procedure if you see an unsafe condition in the shop?
stop what you are doing and report it to the teacher