Question

oxy-acetylene torch safety quiz
answer the following questions relating to the oxy-fuel equipment.
you must have 100% on this quiz to be allowed to work in the manufacturing shop.
student name (full name please):

1. the first thing to do before gas welding is ______.

a. turn on the gas
b. light the torch
c. get teacher permission
d. heat the metal

1. should welding equipment must be kept clean of grease and oil?

a. yes
b. does not matter
c. no
d. grease and oil are lighter than water

1. ______ must be worn over safety glasses when gas cutting or welding.

a. safety goggles
b. oxy-acetylene welding goggles
c. welding beanie
d. ventilator

1. why it is important to keep sparks and flame away from cylinders and hoses?

a. because you may burn a hole in the hose
b. you increase the possibility of a fire
c. it does not matter, oxygen is not flammable
d. both a and b

1. what is closed first when turning off the torch?

a. diffuser
b. acetylene valve
c. oxygen valve
d. it doesnt make any difference.

1. extreme caution must be used when moving portable carts because:

a. the safety chain may not be secured.
b. you may be moving into a flammable area.
c. compressed gas bottle can act as a rocket.
d. all of the above.

1. if a leak is noted in a connection or tank

a. pay no attention, no harm will be done.
b. report to instructor immediately.
c. tell classmates.
d. tell the custodian

Explanation:

Answer:

1. C. get teacher permission
2. A. yes
3. B. oxy-acetylene welding goggles
4. D. both A and B
5. B. acetylene valve
6. D. all of the above
7. B. report to instructor immediately