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Atmospheric Testing & Gas Monitoring Quiz
15 Questions
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Confined Space Quizzes
Assess your understanding of atmospheric testing procedures, gas monitoring equipment, and interpretation of monitoring results. Critical knowledge for ensuring safe atmospheric conditions in confined spaces.
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15
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7
Minutes
70%
Pass Score
Medium
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1
What is the minimum safe oxygen level for confined space entry?
16.0%
19.5%
21.0%
23.5%
2
What is the maximum safe oxygen level for confined space entry?
21.0%
23.5%
25.0%
30.0%
3
Which gas is commonly monitored in confined spaces and is known as the "silent killer"?
Carbon monoxide
Carbon dioxide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
4
What is the maximum safe level of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) for entry?
5 ppm
10 ppm
15 ppm
20 ppm
5
How often should atmospheric monitoring be conducted during confined space work?
Once at the beginning
Every 30 minutes
Continuously
Only when workers report symptoms
6
What should be done if a gas monitor alarm sounds?
Continue working but be more careful
Immediately evacuate the space
Check the monitor for false alarms
Wait 5 minutes before taking action
7
What is the purpose of a bump test for gas monitors?
To test the battery life
To verify the sensor is responding to gas
To check the display screen
To test the alarm volume
8
Which of the following gases is lighter than air?
Carbon dioxide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Chlorine
9
What is the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) for most flammable gases?
1%
5%
10%
15%
10
What is the purpose of a PID (Photoionization Detector) in gas monitoring?
To detect oxygen levels
To detect volatile organic compounds
To measure temperature
To detect carbon monoxide
11
What should be done if atmospheric testing shows acceptable levels but conditions change during work?
Continue working normally
Stop work and retest the atmosphere
Increase ventilation
Wait for supervisor approval
12
Which of the following is NOT a component of a typical gas monitor?
Oxygen sensor
LEL sensor
Carbon monoxide sensor
Temperature sensor
13
Confined spaces can be entered without proper training.
14
What should be monitored in a confined space?
Only temperature
Oxygen levels, toxic gases, and flammable vapors
Only humidity
Only pressure
15
What should be done if conditions change in a confined space?
Continue working
Evacuate immediately and reassess
Ignore the changes
Work faster
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