HAZWOPER 40 Hour Training Questions With All Correct
Answers
Additive Chemical Reaction correct answer -This occurs when toxic
chemicals add their effects together in producing a biological effect.
Antagonism correct answer -This occurs when the effect of two chemicals
is less than expected.
Asphyxiants correct answer -These are chemicals that deprive the
victim\'s body tissues of oxygen. Examples include carbon monoxide and
hydrogen cyanide.
Carcinogens correct answer -These are known to cause cancer. This is a
chronic effect and symptoms are not immediate. Examples include benzene
and asbestos fibers.
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) correct answer -This lists the general
and permanent rules of federal agencies.
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
(CERCLA) correct answer -This regulates and enforces the cleanup of
abandoned hazardous waste sites and hazardous waste sites created prior to
RCRA.
Contamination Reduction Corridor (CRC) correct answer -This is the
passageway between the Exclusion Zone and the Support Zone used for the
decontamination process. OSHA letters and CPLs call the corridor a zone.
Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ) correct answer -This is a warm zone
or transition zone. Its purpose is to reduce the probability of contamination in
the clean Support Zone.
Contingency plan correct answer -This is a written document that sets
forth policies and procedures for responding to site emergencies.
, Corrosive material correct answer -A chemical that causes visible
destruction of, or irreversible alterations in, living tissue by chemical action at
the site of contact.
Decontamination (Decon) correct answer -This is the process of removing
or neutralizing contaminants that have accumulated on personnel and
equipment.
Ergonomics correct answer -This is the term that refers to arranging the
work environment for an individual\'s body requirements. It involves
designing tasks, work stations, controls, displays, safety devices, tools, and
equipment to fit the worker.
Excavation correct answer -Means any man-made cut, cavity, trench, or
depression in an earth surface, formed by earth removal.
Exclusion zone correct answer -This is the contaminated area where the
cleanup work is to be performed.
Geologic data correct answer -Information having to do with the geology
of the earth; facts about the structure of an area that contains rock and
minerals; data used to describe the physical structure of a specific land site.
Hazard correct answer -This is any substance, situation, or condition that
is capable of harming human health, property, or the environment. It
represents a potential for harm.
Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) correct answer -This Standard
requires employers to evaluate chemical hazards in their facilities and to
communicate the hazard information to employees.
Hazardous waste correct answer -This is the term describing a hazardous
substance that has no commercial value.
Hot line correct answer -This is the outer boundary of the exclusion zone.
Hydrologic data correct answer -Hydrology is the study of the distribution
and flow of global water. Hydrologic data quantifies water cycles and
resources, as well as water quality, conditions, etc.
Answers
Additive Chemical Reaction correct answer -This occurs when toxic
chemicals add their effects together in producing a biological effect.
Antagonism correct answer -This occurs when the effect of two chemicals
is less than expected.
Asphyxiants correct answer -These are chemicals that deprive the
victim\'s body tissues of oxygen. Examples include carbon monoxide and
hydrogen cyanide.
Carcinogens correct answer -These are known to cause cancer. This is a
chronic effect and symptoms are not immediate. Examples include benzene
and asbestos fibers.
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) correct answer -This lists the general
and permanent rules of federal agencies.
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
(CERCLA) correct answer -This regulates and enforces the cleanup of
abandoned hazardous waste sites and hazardous waste sites created prior to
RCRA.
Contamination Reduction Corridor (CRC) correct answer -This is the
passageway between the Exclusion Zone and the Support Zone used for the
decontamination process. OSHA letters and CPLs call the corridor a zone.
Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ) correct answer -This is a warm zone
or transition zone. Its purpose is to reduce the probability of contamination in
the clean Support Zone.
Contingency plan correct answer -This is a written document that sets
forth policies and procedures for responding to site emergencies.
, Corrosive material correct answer -A chemical that causes visible
destruction of, or irreversible alterations in, living tissue by chemical action at
the site of contact.
Decontamination (Decon) correct answer -This is the process of removing
or neutralizing contaminants that have accumulated on personnel and
equipment.
Ergonomics correct answer -This is the term that refers to arranging the
work environment for an individual\'s body requirements. It involves
designing tasks, work stations, controls, displays, safety devices, tools, and
equipment to fit the worker.
Excavation correct answer -Means any man-made cut, cavity, trench, or
depression in an earth surface, formed by earth removal.
Exclusion zone correct answer -This is the contaminated area where the
cleanup work is to be performed.
Geologic data correct answer -Information having to do with the geology
of the earth; facts about the structure of an area that contains rock and
minerals; data used to describe the physical structure of a specific land site.
Hazard correct answer -This is any substance, situation, or condition that
is capable of harming human health, property, or the environment. It
represents a potential for harm.
Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) correct answer -This Standard
requires employers to evaluate chemical hazards in their facilities and to
communicate the hazard information to employees.
Hazardous waste correct answer -This is the term describing a hazardous
substance that has no commercial value.
Hot line correct answer -This is the outer boundary of the exclusion zone.
Hydrologic data correct answer -Hydrology is the study of the distribution
and flow of global water. Hydrologic data quantifies water cycles and
resources, as well as water quality, conditions, etc.
