Question

1. which behavior shows personal responsibility in a broadcast lab?

a. leaving equipment out \for later\
b. reporting broken gear immediately
c. using equipment without permission
d. ignoring safety signs

1. why are studio safety rules important?

a. to make class harder
b. to protect people and equipment
c. only to avoid teacher discipline
d. only for sports programs

1. a key safety step before plugging in equipment is to:

a. make sure your hands are dry
b. twist the cord to tighten it
c. pull the plug out by the wire
d. use any outlet that is available

1. if a cord has exposed wires, you should:

a. tape it and keep using it
b. report it and stop using it
c. hide it so nobody sees it
d. plug it in only for a short time

1. which situation is most likely to cause an electrical hazard?

a. dry hands while using a plug
b. using a damaged power cord
c. turning equipment off properly
d. storing cords neatly

Explanation:

1. Reporting broken gear immediately protects others from harm and maintains lab functionality, which is responsible. Other options are negligent behaviors.
2. Studio safety rules are designed to prevent injury to people and damage to expensive equipment, which is their core purpose.
3. Dry hands prevent electrical shock when handling plugs; other options are unsafe or incorrect practices.
4. Exposed wires are a serious electrical hazard, so reporting it and stopping use is the only safe action.
5. Damaged power cords can expose live wires, leading to electric shock or fire, which is an electrical hazard. Other options are safe practices.

Answer:

1. B. Reporting broken gear immediately
2. B. To protect people and equipment
3. A. Make sure your hands are dry
4. B. Report it and stop using it
5. B. Using a damaged power cord