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Environmental & Hazard Management Flashcards

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  1. Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), what document must be available for every hazardous chemical on a job site?

    Answer: Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS)

    OSHA's HazCom Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for every hazardous chemical present in the workplace.

  2. Which type of respirator is required when disturbing asbestos-containing materials in a plumbing renovation?

    Answer: Full-face supplied-air respirator

    For asbestos work, a full-face supplied-air respirator or approved PAPR with HEPA filters provides required protection levels under OSHA 1926.1101.

  3. What is the minimum slope per foot required for a 4-inch horizontal drain pipe to ensure proper self-cleaning velocity?

    Answer: 1/8 inch per foot

    A 4-inch drain pipe requires a minimum slope of 1/8 inch per foot (approximately 1%) to maintain self-cleaning velocity and prevent solid buildup.

  4. When must a plumber stop work and report to the appropriate authority after discovering an unauthorized connection to the sanitary sewer?

    Answer: Immediately upon discovery

    Unauthorized sewer connections must be reported immediately as they pose environmental hazards and code violations requiring prompt action.

  5. Which plumbing fixture protection device prevents sewer gases from entering a building through a floor drain that is rarely used?

    Answer: Trap primer or trap seal protector

    A trap primer or trap seal protector adds water to the floor drain trap periodically to maintain the water seal and block sewer gas entry.

  6. What is the recommended action when a plumber encounters a gas leak smell while working in a basement?

    Answer: Evacuate immediately, avoid electrical switches, and call the gas company from outside

    A gas leak requires immediate evacuation without activating any electrical switches (which can ignite gas), then calling the utility from a safe distance.

  7. What personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working with chemical drain cleaners that contain sodium hydroxide (lye)?

    Answer: Chemical-resistant gloves, face shield, and eye protection

    Sodium hydroxide is highly caustic and requires chemical-resistant gloves and a face shield to protect skin and eyes from severe chemical burns.