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Fire & Explosion Hazards from Chemicals Quiz
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Test your knowledge of fire and explosion hazards associated with chemicals, including flammability, ignition sources, and prevention measures. Critical for preventing chemical fires and explosions.
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1
What does the flammability rating on a chemical label indicate?
How expensive the chemical is
How easily the chemical can catch fire
How toxic the chemical is
How corrosive the chemical is
2
What is a flash point?
The temperature at which a chemical boils
The lowest temperature at which a chemical can ignite
The temperature at which a chemical freezes
The temperature at which a chemical decomposes
3
Flammable chemicals should be stored away from heat sources and ignition points.
True
False
4
What should you do if you smell a strong chemical odor?
Ignore it
Investigate the source immediately
Evacuate the area and report it
Open windows to ventilate
5
What type of fire extinguisher should be used for chemical fires?
Water extinguisher
Appropriate extinguisher for the specific chemical
Any available extinguisher
CO2 extinguisher only
6
What is an explosion hazard?
Any chemical that can catch fire
A chemical that can rapidly release energy and cause an explosion
Any toxic chemical
Any corrosive chemical
7
You should never mix oxidizing agents with flammable chemicals.
True
False
8
What should you do if you discover a chemical fire?
Try to put it out yourself
Evacuate immediately and call emergency services
Use water to extinguish it
Wait to see if it goes out
9
What is static electricity and why is it dangerous with chemicals?
A type of electrical current that can ignite flammable chemicals
A harmless electrical phenomenon
A type of chemical reaction
A storage method for chemicals
10
What should you do to prevent static electricity when handling flammable chemicals?
Work quickly
Use proper grounding and bonding techniques
Wear rubber gloves
Work in a humid environment
11
Chemicals can be stored together regardless of compatibility.
12
What should be done if chemicals are spilled?
Ignore it
Follow proper spill response procedures
Clean it up with paper towels
Cover it up
13
What should be done if chemicals are spilled?
Ignore it
Follow proper spill response procedures
Clean it up with paper towels
Cover it up
14
What does the NFPA diamond indicate?
Chemical name
Hazard classification and severity
Expiration date
Manufacturer information
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What does the NFPA diamond indicate?
Chemical name
Hazard classification and severity
Expiration date
Manufacturer information
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