EAWS - HAZARDOUS MATERIALHAZARDOUS WASTE

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EAWS - HAZARDOUS MATERIAL/HAZARDOUS WASTE

(HAZMAT/HAZWASTE); BLOCK 17 EXAM QUESTIONS

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-Guarantee passing score -12 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation

Question 1: What are the steps taken in the event of a HAZMAT/HAZWASTE spill?

Answer:

• Discovery2. Notification3. Initiation of action4. Evaluation5. Containment6. Damage control7.

Dispersion of gases and vapors8. Cleanup and decontamination9. Disposal10. Certification of re-entry11. Follow-up reports

Question 2: State the purpose and information contained in the MSDS?

Answer:

Essential for a complete health and safety program, intended to tell what the hazards are, how to use the product, and proper procedures of accidents

Question 3: What is an AUL?

Answer:

Authorized Use List; Current inventory of HAZMAT used for local acquisition and use

Question 4: Define oily waste

Answer:

Oil is mixed with water or other fluids to prevent further treatment

Question 5: Describe the actions required for oil spills outside the U.S. contiguous zone?

Answer:

• Initiate immediate action2. Notify Navy On Scene Coordinator (NOSC) by naval message3. NOSC

shall implement oil and hazardous substance spill response plan

Question 6: Discuss proper marking of HM containers?

Answer:

Must include:- Material name- Manufacturer's name and address- Nature of the hazard

Question 7: Discuss the precautions observed when handling flammables?

Answer:

• Control sources of ignition2. Remove any switches on flammable devices3. Bonding/using ground

straps4. Use equipment with spark free motors5. Do not heat flammable liquids with an open flame Question 8: List some of the general PPE used when handling HAZMAT and HAZWASTE?

Answer:

Eye protection, gloves, and respiratory devices

Question 9: Define waste oil

Answer:

Oil whose characteristics have changed since being originally refined Question 10: How often are HAZMAT stowage locations expected? What do you look for?

Answer:

Weekly and quarterly; looking for tightness of closure, corrosion, leakage, improper labeling, and shelf-life

Question 11: What are some ways to dispose of HAZWASTE?

Answer:

Containers, drums, and double plastic bagging Question 12: Where do you find information pertaining to the specific HAZMAT you are using?

Answer:

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)