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Appliance Recycler Safety & Hazardous Material Handling Flashcards

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  1. Which federal regulation governs the proper handling and disposal of refrigerants recovered from household appliances?

    Answer: EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act

    EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act prohibits the venting of refrigerants and requires certified technicians to recover them properly.

  2. When draining motor oil from a washing machine gearcase, what is the minimum PPE required?

    Answer: Full face shield, nitrile gloves, and chemical-resistant apron

    Draining motor oil requires protection against splash hazards to the eyes, skin, and clothing, necessitating a full face shield, chemical-resistant gloves, and an apron.

  3. A recycler receives a chest freezer containing an unknown white crystalline substance inside the food compartment. The first action should be to:

    Answer: Isolate the unit and report to the site supervisor

    Unknown substances must be treated as potentially hazardous; the unit should be isolated and a supervisor notified before any further handling.

  4. Which refrigerant, commonly found in older window air conditioners, has the highest ozone depletion potential (ODP)?

    Answer: R-22

    R-22 (HCFC-22) has a significant ozone depletion potential and was phased out of new equipment production under the Clean Air Act.

  5. What is the correct disposal method for capacitors removed from microwave ovens that may still hold a charge?

    Answer: Discharge using an insulated screwdriver across the terminals, then dispose as scrap metal

    Capacitors must be safely discharged using a properly insulated resistor or screwdriver before handling to prevent electrical shock.

  6. Under EPA rules, recovered refrigerant must be stored in containers that are:

    Answer: DOT-approved recovery cylinders color-coded gray with yellow tops

    EPA and DOT require recovered refrigerants to be stored in approved recovery cylinders, which are color-coded gray body with yellow top for mixed/unknown refrigerants.

  7. A technician notices a strong ammonia odor while processing a commercial refrigerator unit. The correct immediate response is to:

    Answer: Ventilate the area and evacuate until the source is identified

    Ammonia (R-717) is toxic and flammable; an ammonia leak requires immediate evacuation and ventilation until the source is safely identified and controlled.