Preview Questions Hazardous Materials Specialist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: When managing hazardous waste, what is the most common method for minimizing waste generation?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Land disposal

Source reduction

Chemical treatment

Incineration

Question 2: In hazardous waste disposal, which of the following containment systems is typically used for storing liquid hazardous waste at the site before final treatment or disposal?

Which action should you take?

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Fabricated steel containers

Concrete barriers with synthetic caps

Landfills with secure liners

Double-walled tanks

Question 3: Which of the following chemical safety standards is most critical for ensuring proper handling and storage of flammable chemicals?

Which action should you take?

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EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations

DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

Question 4: Which of the following is most critical when storing flammable chemicals?

Which action should you take?

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Proper ventilation and ignition source control

Minimizing storage container size

Use of dark-colored containers

Storage temperature control

Question 5: In the case of a chemical fire, what is the primary action required for safely extinguishing the fire?

Which action should you take?

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Use a Class B fire extinguisher for flammable chemicals

Smother with sand or foam

Pour chemicals on the fire to neutralize it

Use a water hose to cool down the chemical container

Question 6: What is the recommended action when dealing with a spill of a toxic gas in an enclosed area?

Which action should you take?

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Seal the room completely and call the fire department

Wait until the gas dissipates naturally

Cover the area with plastic sheeting

Ensure proper ventilation and evacuate the area