by alex
Navigating the complexities of confined spaces requires a keen understanding of safety protocols and regulations. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on the essential aspects of working in such environments, ensuring you are well-prepared to handle the unique challenges they present. Let’s see how well you know the ins and outs of confined space safety!
Confined Space Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary hazard associated with confined spaces?
Lack of oxygen
Excessive noise
High temperatures
Poor lighting
2. Which of the following is NOT typically considered a confined space?
Silos
Tanks
Open fields
Manholes
3. What is the purpose of a confined space entry permit?
To authorize entry
To document the work to be done
To assess hazards and control measures
All of the above
4. Which gas is commonly tested for in confined spaces due to its toxicity?
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Carbon monoxide
Helium
5. What is the minimum oxygen level required for safe entry into a confined space?
19.5%
16.0%
21.0%
23.5%
6. Who is responsible for ensuring that a confined space is safe to enter?
The entrant
The supervisor
The attendant
All of the above
7. Which of the following is a common method to ventilate a confined space?
Natural ventilation
Mechanical ventilation
Chemical ventilation
None of the above
8. What should be done if a hazardous atmosphere is detected in a confined space?
Continue working
Evacuate the space
Ignore it
Report it after completing the task
9. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is often required in confined spaces?
Respirators
Hearing protection
Safety goggles
All of the above
10. What is the role of an attendant during confined space entry?
To enter the space and assist
To monitor the space from outside
To supervise other workers
To perform the task inside the space
