ALBERTA HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN FIRST PERIOD AIT| EXAM READY - VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - COMPREHENSIVE LATEST VERSION

ALBERTA HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN FIRST PERIOD AIT|
EXAM READY - VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS -
COMPREHENSIVE LATEST VERSION




ALBERTA FIRST PERIOD HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN AIT




Q1. What does WHMIS stand for? ANSWER Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System B. Worker Health Management Information System C.
Workplace Health and Mechanical Inspection Standard D. Worker Hazardous
Material Identification System Answer: A
Q2. Under Alberta OHS legislation, who is responsible for workplace safety?
ANSWER Only the employer B. Only the supervisor C. Employer, supervisor,
and worker D. Only the worker Answer: C
Q3. What is the purpose of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)?
ANSWER To list tool prices B. To provide hazard information about chemical
products C. To schedule maintenance D. To track inventory Answer: B
Q4. What does the WHMIS pictogram with a flame indicate? ANSWER
Biohazard B. Flammable material C. Corrosive material D. Oxidizing material
Answer: B
Q5. What class of fire involves flammable liquids like gasoline or diesel?
ANSWER Class A B. Class B C. Class C D. Class D Answer: B
Q6. What type of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires? ANSWER
Water B. Foam C. CO2 or dry chemical D. Wet chemical Answer: C
Q7. What does PPE stand for? ANSWER Personal Protective Equipment B.
Public Protection Equipment C. Personal Property Equipment D. Primary
Preventative Equipment Answer: A

,Q8. When must safety glasses be worn in the shop? ANSWER Only when
welding B. Only when grinding C. At all times D. Only when the supervisor is
present Answer: C
Q9. What is the minimum safe distance to store oxygen and acetylene
cylinders apart? ANSWER 1 meter B. 3 meters C. 6 meters D. 10 meters
Answer: C
Q10. What is lockout/tagout used for? ANSWER To lock toolboxes B. To
secure equipment and prevent accidental startup during service C. To tag
defective tools D. To organize the shop Answer: B
Q11. What is the proper way to lift a heavy object? ANSWER Bend at the
waist B. Bend at the knees and keep back straight C. Lift with one hand D. Twist
while lifting Answer: B
Q12. What does a yellow tag on a piece of equipment indicate? ANSWER
Approved for use B. Out of service C. Caution — special instructions apply D.
Ready for inspection Answer: C
Q13. What is the minimum oxygen level considered safe for confined space
entry? ANSWER 15% B. 19.5% C. 21% D. 25% Answer: B
Q14. What type of gloves should be worn when handling solvents? ANSWER
Leather B. Nitrile or chemical-resistant C. Cotton D. Welding gloves Answer: B
Q15. What does H2S stand for? ANSWER Hydrogen Sulfide B. Hydrochloric
Sulfide C. High Sulfur Steel D. Hydraulic System Solvent Answer: A
Q16. At what concentration does H2S become immediately dangerous to life
and health (IDLH)? ANSWER 10 ppm B. 50 ppm C. 100 ppm D. 300 ppm
Answer: C
Q17. What is the purpose of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?
ANSWER To increase voltage B. To protect against electrical shock C. To
reduce current flow D. To store electricity Answer: B
Q18. What should you do first if a coworker is injured? ANSWER Move them
immediately B. Assess the scene for hazards before helping C. Call their family
D. Continue working Answer: B
Q19. What is the maximum decibel level for hearing protection to be
mandatory? ANSWER 80 dB B. 85 dB C. 90 dB D. 100 dB Answer: B

, Q20. What does the term "pinch point" refer to? ANSWER A type of wrench
B. A location where body parts can be caught between moving parts C. A
hydraulic fitting D. A type of electrical connector Answer: B
Q21. What is the proper storage method for oily rags? ANSWER In an open
container B. In a sealed metal container C. In a plastic bag D. On the
workbench Answer: B
Q22. What does "MSDS" now commonly refer to as under GHS? ANSWER
Material Safety Data System B. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) C. Standard Data Sheet
D. Safety Document System Answer: B
Q23. What color is a fire extinguisher for Class D (combustible metals) fires?
ANSWER Red B. Blue C. Yellow D. Green Answer: C
Q24. What should be done before disconnecting a hydraulic hose? ANSWER
Cut it immediately B. Relieve system pressure C. Heat the fitting D. Tighten it
first Answer: B
Q25. What is the purpose of a safety stand (jack stand)? ANSWER To replace
a hydraulic jack during lifting B. To support a raised vehicle after lifting C. To
hold tools D. To measure height Answer: B
Q26. What is the correct procedure when using a ladder? ANSWER Stand on
the top rung for better reach B. Maintain three points of contact C. Lean it
against an unstable surface D. Use it on a slippery surface Answer: B
Q27. What does CSA stand for in relation to safety equipment? ANSWER
Canadian Standards Association B. Canadian Safety Authority C. Certified
Safety Approval D. Common Standards Act Answer: A
Q28. What is the minimum number of workers required for confined space
entry? ANSWER One B. Two (one worker, one attendant) C. Three D. Four
Answer: B
Q29. What is the purpose of an eyewash station? ANSWER To clean tools B.
To flush chemicals from eyes C. To wash hands D. To fill coolant Answer: B
Q30. What should you do if you discover a gas leak in the shop? ANSWER
Turn on lights to see better B. Evacuate and eliminate ignition sources C. Use a
fan to disperse gas D. Continue working Answer: B