Spill Control Exam

1. SPCC stands for: A. State Protocol for Chemical Cleanup B. Safety and Protection of Chemical Containers C. Standard Procedure for Chemical Control D. Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure

2. Industrial activities sometimes produce pollutants that may be spread into the environment naturally through _________________. A. Broken pipes B. Stormwater (rain and snow) C. Trash bins D. Leaking machines

3. A spill can occur as a result of? (select all that apply) A. Tying off manual control valve (tank overflow) B. Overhead pipe leaking C. Ceiling leak D. Damaged tote

4. Manual control valves are designed to ____________________, thus never resulting in a spill. A. Automatically fill the tank B. Be tied in the open position C. Only operate with the operator present D. Be left unattended

5. Proper chemical consumption goes as follows: (select all that apply) A. Keeping minimal amounts, only what is needed B. Storing chemicals properly, avoid hazards such as sharps C. Bulk chemicals require secondary containment D. Use chemicals as they are intended to be used E. If a chemical is spilt, clean it up

6. If a chemical is spilt, an authorized team member should: A. Report the incident to their supervisor or manager B. Find and stop the source of the leak C. Contain and then clean up the spill D. All of the above

7. Absorbent socks and mats used to contain a spill should be disposed of inside the: A. Original Container B. Trash Compactor C. Used absorbent bin D. Woods and Lake

8. Dispose of chemicals suctioned through shop vacs, spill vacuums, and floor scrubber inside the: A. Sink B. Stormwater Drain C. Machine D. Waste storage totes

9. If a chemical does soak into the surrounding grounds then: A. Spread absorbent litter to soak as much as possible B. Saturate the area with water C. Dig up and replace saturated soil D. Do not report to EHS