Safety & Handling Procedures Flashcards
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Which hazard class under DOT regulations covers gasoline during road transport?
Answer: Class 3 — Flammable Liquids
Gasoline is classified as a Class 3 Flammable Liquid by the Department of Transportation due to its low flash point and high fire risk.
What is the minimum safe distance personnel should maintain from a tank truck during lightning storms at a petroleum facility?
Answer: Seek shelter indoors and suspend all transfer operations
Lightning can ignite fuel vapors; all petroleum transfer operations must halt and workers must take shelter during electrical storms.
A technician discovers water contamination in a diesel fuel storage tank. The MOST important reason to remove this water is:
Answer: Water promotes microbial growth and accelerates tank corrosion
Water in diesel tanks creates an environment for bacteria and fungi to grow, producing acids that corrode tank walls and degrade fuel quality.
When donning chemical-resistant gloves before handling petroleum solvents, a technician should inspect gloves for:
Answer: Pinholes, cracks, or signs of degradation
Compromised gloves provide no protection; any hole or weakness allows solvent contact with skin, so gloves must be inspected before each use.
The 'buddy system' in petroleum facility safety requires that:
Answer: No worker enters a confined space or hazardous area without a second person present
The buddy system ensures someone can summon help or assist in an emergency if a worker becomes incapacitated in a dangerous environment.
During a petroleum spill on a concrete surface, the spilled material should be absorbed using:
Answer: Dry absorbent materials such as sand or spill-kit pads
Dry absorbents safely contain petroleum spills without spreading contamination or creating additional fire hazards, unlike water or heat.
A petroleum facility's 'lockout/tagout' (LOTO) procedure is designed to protect workers from:
Answer: Unexpected energization or release of stored energy during equipment maintenance
LOTO procedures ensure that equipment is properly de-energized and cannot be accidentally started while workers are performing maintenance or repairs.