Alabama Dispensing Propane Safely Practice Test

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• When preparing to fill RV tanks, which components must be shut off to eliminate ignition sources?
• Propane autogas refueling stations and dispensaries are typically used to refuel which groups?
• Permanently mounted mobile motor fuel and RV tanks are built to ____ specifications.
• What is the foot ring on a propane cylinder used for?
• Which statement best describes how propane vapor and liquid are handled?
• When filling a forklift cylinder by volume, what should be done with the fixed maximum liquid level gauge?
• The letter 'E' following the date on the cylinder indicates requalification is required again within how many years of the marked date?
• Which device provides an additional level of emergency shut-down capability?
• Composite cylinders are made from a combination of which materials?
• During pre-fill inspection, which issues are commonly checked?
• Why is labeling important on propane cylinders?
• To protect the valves, portable cylinders use a __________.
• Which action sequence is recommended during an indoor propane leak?
• Which filling practice is unique to one-pound refillable cylinders?
• What is the overarching safety principle for propane dispensing?
• When relighting pilot lights, carefully follow which instruction?
• What distance must cabinets be from doorways of public buildings?
• Why is propane heavier than air important for leak response?
• How should you identify the correct regulator and hose for a propane system?
• Which of the following is typically not the responsibility of a propane dispenser operator?
• Which term indicates the weight of the cylinder when empty?
• Why should you never top off a propane cylinder?
• Which statement is true about the DOT-4BA240 cylinder designation?
• Before a cylinder can be filled or refilled, DOT regulations require a ______ to verify it is fit for continued service.
• How should a damaged cylinder valve cap be treated?
• Which feature provides protection for the valves on portable cylinders?
• Which chemical is associated with a blue-green stain on the brass valve?
• Cylinder specification markings consist of the design code and the ___________ of the cylinder.
• In a DOT-4BA240 specification cylinder, the '240' indicates the cylinder's ...
• During filling by volume using a fixed maximum liquid level gauge, who determines when the maximum permitted filling limit for a cylinder is reached?
• Which task is NOT the responsibility of a propane dispenser operator?
• When heat is applied to liquid propane, what happens to its volume?
• An OPD on portable propane cylinders is designed to prevent which event?
• Before inspecting a cylinder, you should remove what to help spot problems?
• What action is proper if a regulator or hose is damaged during dispensing?
• If there is no letter following the date stamped on the cylinder, requalification is required within how many years?
• Which filling practice is unique to one-pound refillable cylinders?
• Tare weight and water capacity of a cylinder are marked on which part?
• Full or empty containers can be stored indoors?
• Who is best qualified to perform routine propane dispensing equipment inspections?
• In many jurisdictions, closed bodied vehicles may have a maximum propane capacity of how many pounds, with no single container exceeding how many pounds?
• Propane autogas refueling stations are typically used to refuel which of the following?
• Bonding and grounding during propane dispensing primarily helps to:
• Which statement best describes the role of pressure regulation in propane safety?
• Why is good ventilation essential in propane storage areas?
• How can Alabama-specific regulations influence propane safety practices?
• What does the hydrostatic test date indicate on a propane cylinder label?
• Stored cylinders must be at least how many feet away from gas station fuel dispensers?
• DOT requires that cylinders be clearly labeled with
• Why is static electricity a concern during propane dispensing?
• What is the recommended approach to training and competency for propane dispensing personnel?
• What is bonding and grounding and why is it necessary during dispensing?
• ____ is added to propane to increase the likelihood that a leak will be detected
• Most propane dispensers include a component that supplies propane to the dispensing equipment. Which component is it?
• Which action would undermine safety and should be avoided if you notice a problem with propane equipment?
• The marking '4B240' tells you that the cylinder is made of _______________
• Which statement about labeling and inspection is true?
• What action should you take if a propane fire starts at the source?
• The proper mixture of propane vapor, air, and ______ is needed for propane to burn.
• What is the purpose of a leak test after connecting a cylinder to a system?
• When filling propane containers, customers should be asked to ________.
• Which action should be completed immediately after the filling process?
• Liquid propane will _____ when heat is added to it.
• Prior to inspecting a cylinder you should _______________________ to help spot any problems.
• What permits must be present at the dispensing facility before filling a composite cylinder?
• If you suspect a propane leak and cannot quickly identify the source, what is the proper response?
• In order to allow for liquid expansion, propane containers are typically filled to ______ % of their capacity.
• What is a safe practice when purging a new hose or regulator before dispensing?
• Which of the following describes proper organization of a propane dispensing area to minimize risk?
• How does the odorant mercaptan aid propane safety?
• In propane storage, more than how many pounds require an approved portable fire extinguisher?
• What signs should you look for when inspecting piping and hoses for wear?
• What is the role of supervision and written procedures in dispensing propane?
• The location pin on the forklift is used to _________________________.
• Cabinets used to store propane cylinders must be placed at least how many feet from doorways of public buildings?
• When relighting pilot lights, which instruction should be followed?
• What on composite cylinders is identical to those used on steel or aluminum cylinders?
• What is the purpose of a regulator in a propane dispensing system?
• What action should you take if you detect a strong propane odor outdoors near equipment but cannot locate the leak?
• Why are gloves and other PPE worn when filling propane containers?
• Before filling, new cylinders not vacuum purged must be purged of what?
• Which practice is required when filling forklift cylinders by weight?
• Which feature is located at the bottom of the cylinder to protect against corrosion or damage?
• A one-pound steel refillable cylinder is used to fuel which of the following?
• What should be checked before connecting a propane cylinder to a regulator or hose?
• Which type of cylinders subjected to a fire must be permanently removed from service?
• Propane released into the air expands to about how many times its original volume?
• Which statement best describes an MSDS?
• What should be confirmed about an empty cylinder before it is returned to a supplier?
• Cylinders should be positioned in customer vehicles so that the __________ is in communication with the vapor space.
• What is the primary purpose of ongoing safety training for propane dispensing personnel?
• A blue green stain on the brass portion of the cylinder valve is evidence that it has been in contact with ______ ____.
• Which activity should be avoided when transporting propane cylinders within a facility?
• OSHA requires employees to be trained on fire extinguisher use immediately upon hiring and ______ thereafter.
• How often must all fire extinguishers receive a visual inspection?
• Inside a facility, how should propane cylinders be moved to maintain safety?
• What must be present at the dispensing facility before a composite cylinder can be filled?
• Which PPE is generally recommended when dispensing propane?
• Which practice helps reduce the chance of producing a static spark when handling propane?
• New cylinders that have not been vacuum purged by the manufacturer and cylinders that have been opened to the atmosphere must be ___________ prior to filling.
• What is the correct role of a regulator in propane dispensing?
• When changing out a forklift cylinder, the cylinder service valve should be ______ prior to making the hose connection to the cylinder?
• Container water capacity is multiplied by ________ when determining propane capacity.
• Which statement about standards guiding propane safety practices is most accurate?
• Which agency regulates the transportation of propane cylinders?
• What is an MSDS?
• The purpose of the O-ring inside the forklift connector is to provide a gas tight seal.
• Empty exchange cylinders should be handled in the same manner as which cylinders?
• ____ cylinders subjected to a fire must be permanently removed from service.
• Which problem can be caused by cylinders not properly purged of air or moisture?
• What is the recommended emergency shutdown sequence?
• How should electrical equipment be managed around propane dispensing areas?
• Platform balance beam scales must bear which marking?
• What is the recommended action if a regulator or hose is found to be damaged?
• Pressure-relief valves should be directed upward at what degree angle when the forklift cylinder is mounted horizontally?
• What should be included in incident reporting for propane safety events?
• How should propane cylinders be stored?
• Composite cylinders are made from a combination of which materials?
• What steps ensure a safe return or exchange of empty cylinders?
• Which of the following items would you inspect during a daily pre-use inspection?
• What is used to properly position the cylinder on the forklift?
• Which markings must be present on propane cylinders?
• The marking 4B240 indicates the cylinder is made of which material?
• For portable cylinders not filled on site and 100 pounds or less, which labeling is required?
• What is the role of NFPA 58 in propane safety?
• Which component must be in communication with the vapor space to ensure safe placement in a vehicle?
• For motor fuel tanks, a propane decal is typically located near the ____ of the vehicle near the bumper.
• What is the main purpose of installing proper packaging and securing requirements in transporting propane cylinders?
• Which instrument determines the maximum fill when filling cylinders by weight?
• Which statement about tare weight is true?
• What is the purpose of odorant in propane?
• Which additional regulations commonly govern propane safety along with NFPA 58?
• What should you do regarding empty propane cylinders?
• What action is required if no operator is present at the dispensing site?
• Which statement is true about fire extinguishers in propane storage areas?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the required cylinder markings?
• Which of the following best describes environmental factors that can affect propane storage safety?
• What is the basic safety action to ensure safe propane dispensing in storage and handling areas?
• Many jurisdictions limit closed bodied vehicles such as passenger cars and vans to a maximum of ________ pounds propane capacity with no single container having a capacity of more than ________ pounds.
• When filling cylinders by weight, the ____ is used to determine that the cylinder has reached its maximum permitted filling level.
• Which statement about transporting a propane cylinder during vehicle transport is correct?
• What does 'fill to 80% of water capacity' mean for propane cylinders, and why?
• An OPD serves as a ______.
• The proper total weight of the filled cylinder is equal to tare weight plus _______.
• All ignition sources must be at least ____ feet from the motor fuel dispenser.
• What is the primary function of the O-ring inside the forklift connector?
• The relief valve on a propane cylinder should be located in which space?
• Before placing a cylinder into service for dispensing, what checks should be performed?
• What sequence of actions after a near-miss should be taken to improve safety?
• RV tanks are used to supply propane appliances; therefore, appliance pilots and electronic ignition systems must be turned off before beginning the filling operation.
• Consumer information/warning labels must be on all portable refillable cylinders not filled on site and with ______ pounds propane capacity or less.
• Leaks, cracks, or bulging are often discovered during which inspection of forklift cylinders?
• Problems that prevent filling a cylinder include ________.
• In an emergency shutdown during a suspected propane leak, what is the first action you should take?
• When filling RV's the service valve on the tank and ___________________________ should be shut off to eliminate all ignition sources
• When a steady white stream is emitted from the fixed maximum liquid level gauge, the next step is to immediately ______.
• Which statement describes proper organization of a propane dispensing area to minimize risk?
• Which practice is appropriate for electrical equipment around propane dispensing areas?
• How should you handle a near-miss incident in propane dispensing?
• Forklift cylinders typically hold how many pounds of propane?
• Why should propane equipment be inspected by qualified personnel?
• What does effective supervision contribute to dispensing propane?
• Gloves and other PPE are required when filling containers because of the ______ of liquid propane.
• Which components on composite cylinders are identical to those used on steel or aluminum cylinders?
• Where is the propane decal located on motor fuel tanks?
• Cylinders awaiting resale must be stored in which positions?
• Cylinders may not be filled if they are past their ____________ date.
• What is the primary health and safety hazard when propane leaks occur indoors?
• What is a proper method to check for leaks on a new or reconnected propane system?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of a remote shutdown capability?
• What should you do if you observe abnormal discharge from a regulator relief valve?
• If a cylinder label is not legible or if the paper or plastic sleeve is removed during inspection, ________ before releasing the cylinder to the customer.
• Why is it important to keep cylinder valves closed when cylinders are not in use?
• Which device is used to determine when a tank has been adequately filled?
• Which statement describes a daily pre-use inspection of a propane dispensing station?
• Which code commonly governs safe storage, handling, and dispensing of propane in the industry?
• Why is it unsafe to smoke or have open flames near a propane dispensing area?
• The absence of a letter after the date on the cylinder indicates requalification is required within how many years?
• Propane liquid released into the air will expand to ____ times its original volume.
• What is the role of hydrostatic testing for propane cylinders?
• What is the correct handling procedure for a cylinder that appears dented or bulging?
• When the operator is not in attendance, the dispenser should be
• Relief valves on forklift cylinders must be replaced within how many years of the manufacture date & every how many years thereafter?
• Which part of a forklift cylinder serves as the base that helps keep it upright?
• Fire extinguishers are primarily used on which type of fires?
• In forklift procedures, what is the purpose of the location pin?
• Which is a typical precaution when dispensing propane outdoors in windy conditions?
• Which statement best describes PPE use when handling propane cylinders inside a facility?
• Tare Weight is required when calculating cylinder filling by weight. Which option correctly identifies what tare weight represents?
• A one-pound steel refillable cylinder is used to fuel which items?
• When filling forklift cylinders by weight, what must be verified at the end of the filling process?
• What is the purpose of hydrostatic testing on propane cylinders?
• When a white mist appears from the fixed maximum liquid level gauge while filling a mobile motor fuel or RV tank, immediately shut off the
• What space should the relief valve be placed in on a propane cylinder?
• Which component functions as the cylinder's supporting stand or base?