EXERCISE (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT): Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. It is a class of hard helmet that can withstand 20,000 volts.

a. Class A
b. Class B
c. Class C
d. Class D
2. What organization sets the standards and requirements for hard helmets?
a. ANSI
b. ISO
c. ICC
d. AISI
3. It is used to protect the eye from fumes, chemical vapors, and other harmful airborne chemicals.
a. Safety Glasses
b. Shield
c. Visor
d. Safety Goggles
4. It is an ear protector that is inserted into the ear canal.
a. Ear buds
b. Ear Muffs
c. Earphones
d. Ear plugs
5. Which of the following is NOT true with Ear muffs?
a. Noise-cancelling headsets can be used as a valid substitute for ear muffs
b. Ear muffs provide protection not only for hearing but also for the external ears.
c. Ear plugs can be worn together with ear muffs if the work requires it.
d. Some hard helmets come with built in ear muffs and goggles.
6. It is the condition where the oxygen level of the questioned area is above 21.5%
a. Oxygen deficient
b. Oxygen enriched
c. Oxygen overdose
d. Excessive Oxygen Level
7. This type of device removes contaminants from air as it is being breathed.
a. Air supplied devices
b. Air processing devices
c. Air purifying devices
d. Air sustaining devices
8. What type of respirator should be used in exposure to toxic chemical vapors?
a. Gas masks
b. Dust masks
c. Mechanical filter respirator
d. Chemical cartridge respirator
9. Which of the following should be used when working with electricity?
a. Metal mesh gloves
b. Heat resistant gloves
c. Rubber gloves
d. Chrome-tanned cowhide leather gloves
10. Steel toe safety shoes can be used in the following conditions EXCEPT:
a. When carrying heavy loads
b. When working with electrical wirings
c. When a hazard of falling debris is present
d. When there is a tendency of hitting/bumping the toes in the workplace.
11. Safety shoes with reinforced metal guards in the sole can protect the user in what condition?
a. When protruding nails are present in the floor
b. When leaks occur
c. When live wires are exposed on the floor
d. When holes and gaps are present on the floor
12. Which is NOT true about eye protective equipment?
a. Prescription glasses can be worn under safety goggles.
b. When working with materials that produce chips or projectile, a face shield is required.
c. Sunglasses with dark tinted glasses can be used as substitute for welding goggles.
d. Eye protective equipment should match the user’s needs and specifications.
13. Which of the following is required by the firemen when entering a burning building?
a. Gas masks
b. Chemical Cartridge Respirators
c. Mechanical Filter Respirators
d. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
14. Wearing of adequate and proper PPE in the work area is whose responsibility?
a. Laborers
b. Management
c. Supervisor
d. All of the above
15. Engineers inspecting a construction site may not wear the same PPE worn by the laborers.
a. True
b. False
c. I can’t tell
d. None of the above
16. Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of a safety officer with regards to PPE?
a. Have the PPEs tested in an accredited testing facility.
b. Inspect if the workers are wearing their prescribed PPEs.
c. Note all the ins and outs of PPEs from the warehouse, including damages and losses.
d. Prescribe proper PPEs for certain jobs, after having done a JHA.
17. Who shall inspect, reprimand, or penalize workers who do not follow rules regarding PPE?
a. Supervisor
 b. Safety Officer
c. Management
d. Union President
18. Which of the following PPEs should NOT be worn in oil and gas industry?
a. Slip-resistant safety shoes
b. Chemical-resistant gloves
c. Cotton coverall/jumpsuit
d. Dust masks
19. Listed below are examples of PPE, EXCEPT:
a. Safety gloves
b. Reflectorized vest
c. Safety shoes
d. Gas masks
20. Which of the following should NOT be done when issuing PPEs?
a. Charge the issued PPE to the employee.
b. Check the control number of the PPE and note to whom it will be issued.
c. Issue PPEs with good quality and condition.
d. Replace issued PPE that are damaged during work.

ANSWERS:

1. b
2. a
3. d
4. d
5. a
6. b
7. c
8. d
9. c
10. b
11. a
12. c
13. d
14. d
15. b
16. b
17. a
18. d
19. b
20. a