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Confined Space Entry Safety Quiz
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Confined Space Quizzes
Test your knowledge of confined space entry safety procedures, permit requirements, and hazard recognition. Essential for anyone working in or supervising confined space operations.
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15
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1
What is the primary purpose of a confined space entry permit?
To track employee work hours
To document safety procedures and authorization for entry
To record equipment maintenance
To schedule work shifts
2
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a confined space?
Limited or restricted means of entry and exit
Not designed for continuous occupancy
Large enough for a person to enter
Designed for continuous human occupancy
3
What is the minimum number of people required for a confined space entry?
One person (the entrant)
Two people (entrant and attendant)
Three people (entrant, attendant, and supervisor)
Four people (entrant, attendant, supervisor, and rescue team)
4
What should be done if atmospheric testing shows oxygen levels below 19.5%?
Proceed with entry using a respirator
Ventilate the space and retest before entry
Enter quickly to minimize exposure
Use a gas mask and proceed
5
Which of the following is a responsibility of the attendant during confined space entry?
Entering the space to assist the entrant
Monitoring atmospheric conditions
Performing the actual work inside the space
Managing the work schedule
6
What is the maximum time a confined space entry permit is typically valid?
1 hour
8 hours (one work shift)
24 hours
1 week
7
What should be the first step when planning a confined space entry?
Gather tools and equipment
Conduct a hazard assessment
Assign workers to the task
Schedule the work
8
Which of the following is NOT a common confined space hazard?
Oxygen deficiency
Toxic gases
Engulfment
Excessive lighting
9
What is the purpose of a pre-entry briefing?
To assign work tasks
To review safety procedures and emergency plans
To check equipment inventory
To discuss work schedules
10
What should be done if communication is lost with the entrant?
Wait 5 minutes before taking action
Immediately initiate rescue procedures
Enter the space to check on them
Continue working normally
11
Which of the following equipment is typically required for confined space entry?
Hard hat and safety glasses
Atmospheric monitor and ventilation equipment
Steel-toed boots and gloves
All of the above
12
What is the purpose of continuous atmospheric monitoring during entry?
To track work progress
To detect changes in air quality that could create hazards
To measure work efficiency
To record environmental data
13
What is a confined space?
Any small room
A space with limited entry/exit and potential hazards
An outdoor area
A storage room
14
What should be done if conditions change in a confined space?
Continue working
Evacuate immediately and reassess
Ignore the changes
Work faster
15
What should be monitored in a confined space?
Only temperature
Oxygen levels, toxic gases, and flammable vapors
Only humidity
Only pressure
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