Driving Safety
Electrical Safety
Chemical Hazards
Severe Weather
Tie breaker
100
Name 3 examples of distractions that you should avoid while driving.
Texting or talking on the phone,
Adjusting mirrors,
Adjusting radio/car controls,
Eating/drinking,
Loose objects,
Doing your hair/make-up,
Turning around and talking to your dog in the backseat.
100
Never use any equipment with a cord that has .
Damage, fraying, obvious wear, or exposed wiring.
100
All hazardous chemicals should be handled in the when in the lab.
Chemical fume hood
100
Best places to take shelter during a tornado (name 2).
Basement, storm shelter, bathroom, hallway, closet, away from windows, and/or under a sturdy piece of furniture.
200
The most common cause of car accidents in the U.S.
Distracted driving
200
Never mix and electricity.
Water
200
Bodily harm that can result from chemical exposure (name 2).
Burns, poisoning, respiratory problems, eye damage, neurological problems (dizziness, nausea, loss of consciousness).
200
True or False: People struck by lightning should not be touched because they carry an electrical charge.
False; Lightning-strike victims carry no electrical charge and should be helped immediately. Call 9-1-1 and begin CPR immediately if the person has stopped breathing.
300
Speeding can negatively impact a driver by .
Reducing reaction time (increases a vehicles stopping distance).
300
The improper way to unplug a piece of equipment.
Pulling or jerking the cord.
300
Environmental damage that can result from misuse/mishandling of chemicals (name 2).
Fires, explosions, contamination of soil, water, or air.
300
inches of fast-moving water can knock you off your feet.
6
400
The type of drivers that show impairment similar to those of an intoxicated driver.
Distracted and/or fatigued drivers (either answer accepted)
400
Make sure equipment is when connecting plug to any receptacle or wall outlet.
Turned off
400
This hazard symbol indicates the chemical is a .
Corrosive (substances that can burn or destroy on contact, e.g. acids and bases).
400
Geographic location that is safe from tornados.
None.
500
The approximate number of car-accident related deaths that occur ever hour in the U.S.
5
500
The distance that materials should be stored away from an electrical panel or electrical equipment.
At least 3 feet.
500
The five common workplace chemical hazard classifications.
Flammable (e.g., solvents, fuels).
Corrosive (e.g., acids, bases).
Toxic (e.g., pesticides, heavy metals).
Reactive (e.g., unstable chemicals that can explode).
Compressed gasses
500
Every thunderstorm needs three things:
Moisture—to form clouds and rain
Unstable air—warm air that can rise rapidly
Lift—caused by cold or warm fronts, sea breezes, mountains, or the sun’s heat
500
In case of workplace emergencies, Lindsey Heavey's phone number is:
773-706-0270