General Shop Safety
Where are oily rags stored?
In a sealed metal container.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What is the first step when setting up a vehicle?
Slide the hoist arms under the vehicle contact points.
How serious of an injury can pressurized air cause?
Extremely serious, dizziness, vomiting, death
What does WHMIS stand for?
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
How should you treat a gasoline spill?
Wipe it up immediately
What are common types of PPE used in a shop?
Eye protection, gloves, hearing protection, appropriate footwear
How many steps are there to setting a vehicle up on the hoist?
8
A creeper must never be used as a skateboard? True or False
True
Do we have any products in the shop that are flammable?
What part of our body do we use to life heavy objects?
Our legs
What are two hazards that are present when doing an oil change?
Hot oil, skin contact with chemicals
What types of hoists de we have in our shop?
1 four post, 2, 2 post
What should you check before plugging in an electric tool?
Make sure there are no broken wires, missing grounds, or signs of corrosion.
What dangerous chemicals are in vehicle batteries?
Acid.
When a vehicle is running in the shop what must we do?
Hook up an exhaust hose and turn the vent on.
What PPE should be used when using an impact gun or air tools?
Ear protection, safety glasses
True or False? We only need to put the vehicle on the safety locks when we do brakes.
False.
What should you do if you find a tools safety guard or feature is broken or not working?
Report it to the teacher immediately.
You see a container in the shop with no label, but you think its brake cleaner. What should you do?
Report the unlabeled product to the teacher.
What is an example of a shop accident?
Chemical spill, cuts, slips, incorrect lifting technique.
When should PPE be used?
Whenever we are working in the shop?
Is the centre of gravity an important aspect to think about when setting a vehicle up on a hoist?
Yes, if it is not centred there is a high risk of the car falling off.
Should battery charges be left on a vehicle over night or unattended?
No, never. Batteries that are being charged must always be monitored.
What WHMIS hazards will you not likely encounter in the shop?
Health Hazard, Environment