Basic Safety Test
The following questions are designed to test your understanding of Basic Safety. To
get credit toward your annual training requirements, you must score at least 85%.
Question 1: What phone number do you call in case of emergency?
a. SEM
b. Your supervisor
c. Facilities Management
d. Your emergency number
Question 2: You must be trained BEFORE you are permitted to work with
any hazardous chemicals.
a. True
b. False
Question 3: Fire doors may be propped open:
a. for delivery of multiple packages or moving
b. when additional ventilation is needed
c. only while the building is occupied
d. never
Question 4: When is a hazardous chemical label required?
a. Only for chemicals having a hazard level 3 or 4
b. All containers must be labeled to identify the contents
c. Only for opaque containers that obscure the contents
d. Hazardous chemical labels are not required if the chemical is to be used
within 30 days
Question 5: At your computer workstation, how should the mouse be
positioned?
a. On the same level and as close to the keyboard as possible
b. Slightly above the keyboard, but keeping at least 4 inches away
c. On the wrist rest, but keeping at least 4 inches away from the monitor
d. On the same level and as close to the computer monitor as possible
Question 6: The minimum egress (aisle space) required is:
a. 36 inches
b. 18 inches
c. 48 inches
d. 28 inches
Question 7: Which of the following should be done prior to using any tool?
a. obtain appropriate training
b. select the proper tool
c. inspect the tool
d. all of the above
Question 8: If you come across a pipe with the insulation wrap peeling off
you should:
a. remove the broken insulation wrap and throw it away
b. call your local emergency number
c. notify your supervisor
d. tape it with duct tape
Question 9: Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding
ladders?
a. Do not use metal ladders while working on electricity.
b. The top step may be used for sitting or standing.
c. Keep your body centered between the rungs.
d. Conduct a pre-use inspection prior to using the ladder.
Question 10: If a device you need to use is connected to an electrical panel
that has been labeled with a lockout/tagout device you may remove the
lockout/tagout device and power up.
a. true
b. false
Question 11: A MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) contains which of the
following information:
a. an emergency number to call for information
b. the hazardous chemicals found in the product
c. personal protective equipment that should employed when using the product
d. all of the above
Question 12: Flexible cords (extensions cords) may be:
a. used in place of fixed/permanent wiring where needed
b. used temporarily, not to exceed 90 days
c. plugged into another extension cord
d. temporarily plugged into a power strip, not to exceed 30 days
Question 13: When ordering chemicals it is best to:
a. buy large quantities so that you get the best price
b. look for less toxic alternatives before ordering and order the minimum
quantity needed
c. always buy the extra-strength, concentrated, industrial version
d. buy the newest product available from a local contracted source
Question 14: If you see blood or other bodily fluids you should report the
incident to your supervisor.
a. true
b. false
Question 15: Upon hearing an evacuation alarm (or signal) you should:
a. immediately leave the building and report to your rally point
b. wait for further evacuation instructions
c. investigate the source of the alarm
d. all of the above
Question 16: If asked to sign for a package containing hazardous chemicals
or a diamond shaped label on it, you should:
a. store the package in your office
b. place the package in the corner of the hallway so no one trips over it
c. take the package to a public area in your department where it can be
monitored
d. examine it for leaks and put it in an appropriate hazardous material storage
area
Question 17: All of the following are hazardous waste EXCEPT:
a. mercury thermometers
b. lead-acid batteries
c. fluorescent bulbs
d. toner cartridges
Question 18: Which of the following could be "routes of entry" for
chemicals into your body?
a. disease, exposure, illness, injury
b. disease, allergic reactions, poisoning, absorption
c. poisoning, allergic reactions, illness, injection
d. ingestion, inhalation, injection, absorption
Question 19: The sign or label that indicates the highest level of concern is?
a. red-danger
b. yellow-caution
c. blue-notice
d. orange-warning
Question 20: Which of the following might be considered an ergonomic
concern?
a. Poorly designed handtools
b. Working in an awkward position
c. Working a limb forcefully or repeatedly
d. All of the above
