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HealthStream: Hazard Communication
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Q1 All gases used in industry have a distinctive odor.
A False
Q2 Regarding the local and systemic effects of toxic chemicals, all of the following are true EXCEPT:
A All toxic chemicals have both local and systemic effects.
Q3 Solids in the form of dust, fume, or fibers are rarely hazardous.
A False
Q4 You are working to bring a healthcare facility into compliance with the SDS-related provisions of OSHA's
HCS. You interview administrative personnel at the facility. You that the facility has compiled a list of all
hazardous chemicals to which workers in the facility might be exposed. An SDS corresponding to each
chemical on the list has been obtained and filed. For full compliance, you advise that this facility also must:
A Ensure that the SDS file is readily available to all workers in their work areas, at all times.
Q5 All of the following chemicals are physical hazards EXCEPT:
A Glutaraldehyde
Q6 Under the Hazard Communication Act, all of the following are true of container labeling EXCEPT:
A The NFPA 704 symbol is required.
Q7 The chemical hazard label indicates the class of hazard. It uses three major color-coded categories: Health
(yellow), Flammability (red), and Instability (blue).
A False
Q8 Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A None of these is true.
Q9 If a product is an oxidizing agent, a ____ pictogram will appear on the label.
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, A Flame Over Circle
Q10 You are preparing a chemical hazard label for a new product. You know that the product is flammable,
carcinogenic, and may irritate the respiratory tract. What pictogram(s) should be on the label?
A Flame, Health Hazard, and Exclamation Mark
Q11 OSHA requires all employers to develop written hazard communication programs.
A True
Q12 You are preparing to work with Chemical
A) You open the appropriate storage cabinet, and notice Chemical B, as well as Chemical
A) Based on your knowledge of both chemicals you suspect that they should not be stored together. Which
section of the SDS should you consult, in order to confirm your suspicion?
A Stability and reactivity
Q13 Exposure to a chemical that is a health hazard can occur through all of the following EXCEPT:
A All of these are exposure routes
Q14 Which of the following chemical(s) present(s) a physical hazard?
A None of these is a physical hazard.
Q15 In which section of an SDS would you find information about exposure limits?
A Exposure controls and personal protection information
Q16 Under the Hazard Communication Act, employers are responsible for:
A Maintaining a file of SDSs for all hazardous chemicals used in their facilities
Q17 A product labeled with the Skull and Crossbones pictogram:
A Has the potential for severe, acute toxicity
Q18 You are preparing to work with a chemical. Prior to opening the container, you inspect the label for any
special instructions or warnings. You notice the corrosion pictogram on the chemical hazard label. You are
wearing prescription glasses, jeans, a t-shirt, and tennis shoes. Based solely on this information, which of
the following types of PPE should you consider including in your PPE ensemble?
A All of these
Q19 You can never use too much PPE when working with a hazardous chemical that has adverse health effects.
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HealthStream: Hazard Communication
Study Questions and Answers
Q1 All gases used in industry have a distinctive odor.
A False
Q2 Regarding the local and systemic effects of toxic chemicals, all of the following are true EXCEPT:
A All toxic chemicals have both local and systemic effects.
Q3 Solids in the form of dust, fume, or fibers are rarely hazardous.
A False
Q4 You are working to bring a healthcare facility into compliance with the SDS-related provisions of OSHA's
HCS. You interview administrative personnel at the facility. You that the facility has compiled a list of all
hazardous chemicals to which workers in the facility might be exposed. An SDS corresponding to each
chemical on the list has been obtained and filed. For full compliance, you advise that this facility also must:
A Ensure that the SDS file is readily available to all workers in their work areas, at all times.
Q5 All of the following chemicals are physical hazards EXCEPT:
A Glutaraldehyde
Q6 Under the Hazard Communication Act, all of the following are true of container labeling EXCEPT:
A The NFPA 704 symbol is required.
Q7 The chemical hazard label indicates the class of hazard. It uses three major color-coded categories: Health
(yellow), Flammability (red), and Instability (blue).
A False
Q8 Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A None of these is true.
Q9 If a product is an oxidizing agent, a ____ pictogram will appear on the label.
HealthStream: Hazard Communication 1
, A Flame Over Circle
Q10 You are preparing a chemical hazard label for a new product. You know that the product is flammable,
carcinogenic, and may irritate the respiratory tract. What pictogram(s) should be on the label?
A Flame, Health Hazard, and Exclamation Mark
Q11 OSHA requires all employers to develop written hazard communication programs.
A True
Q12 You are preparing to work with Chemical
A) You open the appropriate storage cabinet, and notice Chemical B, as well as Chemical
A) Based on your knowledge of both chemicals you suspect that they should not be stored together. Which
section of the SDS should you consult, in order to confirm your suspicion?
A Stability and reactivity
Q13 Exposure to a chemical that is a health hazard can occur through all of the following EXCEPT:
A All of these are exposure routes
Q14 Which of the following chemical(s) present(s) a physical hazard?
A None of these is a physical hazard.
Q15 In which section of an SDS would you find information about exposure limits?
A Exposure controls and personal protection information
Q16 Under the Hazard Communication Act, employers are responsible for:
A Maintaining a file of SDSs for all hazardous chemicals used in their facilities
Q17 A product labeled with the Skull and Crossbones pictogram:
A Has the potential for severe, acute toxicity
Q18 You are preparing to work with a chemical. Prior to opening the container, you inspect the label for any
special instructions or warnings. You notice the corrosion pictogram on the chemical hazard label. You are
wearing prescription glasses, jeans, a t-shirt, and tennis shoes. Based solely on this information, which of
the following types of PPE should you consider including in your PPE ensemble?
A All of these
Q19 You can never use too much PPE when working with a hazardous chemical that has adverse health effects.
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