TSSA Exam UPDATED Exam Questions
and CORRECT Answers
What factors must be considered by the gas technician/fitter when dealing with personal
safety? - CORRECT ANSWER- - Work habits
- MSD Hazards
- Clothing
- Protective equipment
In what position should you be when lifting heavy pipe? - CORRECT ANSWER- Back
straight and lifting with your legs.
What personal protective equipment is always mandatory when working in the gas industry?
- CORRECT ANSWER- CSA Approved Safety Boots
What type of hard hat cannot be worn when working on electrical equipment? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Metallic
What should be worn when working in an area where welding is being done? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Flash Goggles
How do moderate noise levels affect the hearing over long periods of time? - CORRECT
ANSWER- It can affect the ability to hear certain types of sounds
List the parts of the body that suffer approximately 30% of all work-related injuries? -
CORRECT ANSWER- - Arms
- Hands
- Fingers
Define a confined space. - CORRECT ANSWER- Work area where entry and exit are
restricted by location, design, or construction and where equipment, operation, or
atmospheres may pose hazard to health and safety
, What are the main atmospheric hazards? - CORRECT ANSWER- - combustibles or
explosive gases
- Too much or Too Little Oxygen
- Toxic Fumes
Name two items that are considered group safety equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER- - Fire
Extinguishers
- First-Aid Kits
List Three types of ventilation systems used in the workplace. - CORRECT ANSWER- -
Vacuum System
- Exhaust System
- Special ventilation equipment
Where should oily rags be collected? - CORRECT ANSWER- In a designated covered
container.
What should be done before adjusting or cleaning a power tool? - CORRECT ANSWER- De-
energize the tool (Unplug it from 120V Power)
Why must the RPM rating of a grinding wheel match that of the grinder? - CORRECT
ANSWER- To prevent the wheel from shattering.
Which electrical corded power tolls do not require a grounding plug? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Double Insulated
Who may remove a lock from a piece of equipment that is locked out? - CORRECT
ANSWER- The individual who originally locked out the equipment or the supervisor.
What is the vertical-to-horizontal distance ratio best suited for ladder placement? -
CORRECT ANSWER- 1 foot out for every 3 foot rise. (3:1)
What must be done with defective equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER- Must be tagged
defective and removed from the work area.
and CORRECT Answers
What factors must be considered by the gas technician/fitter when dealing with personal
safety? - CORRECT ANSWER- - Work habits
- MSD Hazards
- Clothing
- Protective equipment
In what position should you be when lifting heavy pipe? - CORRECT ANSWER- Back
straight and lifting with your legs.
What personal protective equipment is always mandatory when working in the gas industry?
- CORRECT ANSWER- CSA Approved Safety Boots
What type of hard hat cannot be worn when working on electrical equipment? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Metallic
What should be worn when working in an area where welding is being done? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Flash Goggles
How do moderate noise levels affect the hearing over long periods of time? - CORRECT
ANSWER- It can affect the ability to hear certain types of sounds
List the parts of the body that suffer approximately 30% of all work-related injuries? -
CORRECT ANSWER- - Arms
- Hands
- Fingers
Define a confined space. - CORRECT ANSWER- Work area where entry and exit are
restricted by location, design, or construction and where equipment, operation, or
atmospheres may pose hazard to health and safety
, What are the main atmospheric hazards? - CORRECT ANSWER- - combustibles or
explosive gases
- Too much or Too Little Oxygen
- Toxic Fumes
Name two items that are considered group safety equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER- - Fire
Extinguishers
- First-Aid Kits
List Three types of ventilation systems used in the workplace. - CORRECT ANSWER- -
Vacuum System
- Exhaust System
- Special ventilation equipment
Where should oily rags be collected? - CORRECT ANSWER- In a designated covered
container.
What should be done before adjusting or cleaning a power tool? - CORRECT ANSWER- De-
energize the tool (Unplug it from 120V Power)
Why must the RPM rating of a grinding wheel match that of the grinder? - CORRECT
ANSWER- To prevent the wheel from shattering.
Which electrical corded power tolls do not require a grounding plug? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Double Insulated
Who may remove a lock from a piece of equipment that is locked out? - CORRECT
ANSWER- The individual who originally locked out the equipment or the supervisor.
What is the vertical-to-horizontal distance ratio best suited for ladder placement? -
CORRECT ANSWER- 1 foot out for every 3 foot rise. (3:1)
What must be done with defective equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER- Must be tagged
defective and removed from the work area.
