Spill Notification Training PRE-TEST
1.
Which of the following is potentially a reportable spill?
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
2.
A gallon of herbicide
A pool of oil
50 gallons of diesel fuel
All of the above
None of the above
The first number to call in case of a hazardous materials spill is 911.
True or False?
3.
Failure to report a hazardous materials release is a crime.
True or False?
4.
Which of the following activities are not acceptable?
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
5.
Reporting all spills, even if it’s a drip of oil.
Waiting to report a hazardous materials spill until the next business day.
Only reporting large spills.
Only b and c above.
Only c above.
All of the above.
None of the above.
Notification of a hazardous materials spill is only required by County Ordinance.
True or False?
6.
Failure to notify a hazardous materials release can result in jail time.
True or False?
7.
If a hazardous material is spilled, you should:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
8.
Wash it down a drain if convenient
Use a spill kit to absorb the spilled material only if it’s safe and containable
Call 911 if there is a risk to harm human health and safety, or the environment
all of the above
a and b only
b and c only
The Department of Environmental Health can issue fines for failure to report a hazardous materials
release.
True or False?
9.
In the event of a hazardous material spill, the California Office of Emergency Services should only
be notified as a last resort.
True or False?
10.
You should only report a hazardous material spill if directed by your Supervisor.
True or False?