Facility Management & Safety Flashcards
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Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, what must be posted at each workstation where hazardous chemicals are used?
Answer: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used
OSHA's HazCom Standard requires SDS to be readily accessible to employees in their work area at all times.
When a vehicle arrives at an automotive recycling facility that may contain airbags, the FIRST step before dismantling is to:
Answer: Identify and document undeployed airbag locations
Identifying undeployed airbags before dismantling prevents accidental deployment, which can cause serious injury.
Which federal regulation requires automotive recyclers to track the storage and disposal of used oil?
Answer: RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act)
RCRA governs hazardous and non-hazardous solid waste management, including used oil tracking and disposal requirements.
A facility's stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) must be updated when:
Answer: There is a significant change in facility operations or layout
SWPPPs must be revised whenever there are significant changes in operations that could affect stormwater runoff or pollution risks.
What is the maximum allowable storage time for hazardous waste at a small quantity generator (SQG) automotive recycling facility?
Answer: 270 days
Small quantity generators are allowed to store hazardous waste on-site for up to 270 days before it must be shipped to a licensed disposal facility.
Which type of fire extinguisher is most appropriate for an electrical fire in an automotive recycling facility?
Answer: Class C (CO2 or dry chemical)
Class C extinguishers use non-conductive agents like CO2 or dry chemical, making them safe for electrical equipment fires.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for employees handling lead-acid batteries at a recycling facility must be based on:
Answer: A written hazard assessment of the task
OSHA requires a written hazard assessment to determine appropriate PPE before employees perform tasks involving chemical or physical hazards.