page 7, 8, 9

Exercise A
Page 7
SW1. Who has the authority to stop any unsafe work?
SW1. Who has the authority to stop any unsafe work?

A. Loss Prevention only

B. Supervisors only
C. All Saudi Aramco employees and contractors
SW1. Who has the authority to stop any unsafe work?

A. Loss Prevention only

B. Supervisors only
C. All Saudi Aramco employees and contractors
SW2. Who do you immediately report any unsafe act
or unsafe condition to?
SW2. Who do you immediately report any unsafe act
or unsafe condition to?

A. The work permit issuer

B. The certified Saudi Aramco gas tester
C. Your immediate supervisor
SW2. Who do you immediately report any unsafe act
or unsafe condition to?

A. The work permit issuer

B. The certified Saudi Aramco gas tester
C. Your immediate supervisor
SW3. Where can you find information on the Stop
Work Authority program?
SW3. Where can you find information on the Stop
Work Authority program?

A. Construction Safety Manual

B. SMS Manual
C. Safety Handbook
D. All of the above
SW3. Where can you find information on the Stop
Work Authority program?

A. Construction Safety Manual

B. SMS Manual
C. Safety Handbook
D. All of the above
SW4. How many steps are there in the SWA process?
SW4. How many steps are there in the SWA process?

A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
SW4. How many steps are there in the SWA process?

A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
SW5. What are the SWA process steps in order?
SW5. What are the SWA process steps in order?

A. Stop, Notify, Investigate, Communicate, Follow-up

B. Stop, Communicate, Investigate, Notify, Follow-up
C. Notify, Stop, Communicate, Investigate, Follow-up
SW5. What are the SWA process steps in order?

A. Stop, Notify, Investigate, Communicate, Follow-up

B. Stop, Communicate, Investigate, Notify, Follow-up
C. Notify, Stop, Communicate, Investigate, Follow-up
1. The General Instruction (G.I.) that covers the Work
Permit System in Saudi Aramco is (pg 3)
1. The General Instruction (G.I.) that covers the Work
Permit System in Saudi Aramco is (pg 3)

A. GI 2.10
B. GI 2.100
C. GI 2.610
D. GI 2.709
1. The General Instruction (G.I.) that covers the Work
Permit System in Saudi Aramco is (pg 3)

A. GI 2.10
B. GI 2.100
C. GI 2.610
D. GI 2.709
2. The work permit authorizes __________ work
involving construction, maintenance, inspection or
repair in restricted areas. (pg 3)
2. The work permit authorizes __________ work
involving construction, maintenance, inspection or
repair in restricted areas. (pg 3)

A. specialized
B. general
C. specific
D. all
2. The work permit authorizes __________ work
involving construction, maintenance, inspection or
repair in restricted areas. (pg 3)

A. specialized
B. general
C. specific
D. all
3. Which of the following is a restricted area? (pg 4)
3. Which of the following is a restricted area? (pg 4)

A. An area 23 m (75 ft) away from energized power

lines
B. An area 30 m (100 ft) away from a gas pipeline
C. Sewage treatment plant
D. A classroom
3. Which of the following is a restricted area? (pg 4)

A. An area 23 m (75 ft) away from energized power

lines
B. An area 30 m (100 ft) away from a gas pipeline
C. Sewage treatment plant
D. A classroom
4. Which of the following is not a mandatory
restricted activities? (pg 4)
4. Which of the following is not a mandatory
restricted activities? (pg 4)

A. Welding 18 m (60 ft) away from a gas pipeline

B. Entering a confined space
C. Entering an excavation 1.0 m (3.3 ft) deep
D. Breaking a line that contains H2S.
4. Which of the following is not a mandatory
restricted activities? (pg 4)

A. Welding 18 m (60 ft) away from a gas pipeline

B. Entering a confined space
C. Entering an excavation 1.0 m (3.3 ft) deep
D. Breaking a line that contains H2S.
5. Which of the following may issue a work permit?
(pg 5)
5. Which of the following may issue a work permit?
(pg 5)

A. A contractor employee
B. A Designated Representative
C. Any Saudi Aramco employee
D. A Saudi Aramco employee certified to issue work
permits
5. Which of the following may issue a work permit?
(pg 5)

A. A contractor employee
B. A Designated Representative
C. Any Saudi Aramco employee
D. A Saudi Aramco employee certified to issue work
permits
6. Who designates an area as a Restricted Area? (pg 3)
6. Who designates an area as a Restricted Area? (pg 3)

A. Area Supervisor
B. Area manager
C. Permit Issuer
D. Permit Receiver
6. Who designates an area as a Restricted Area? (pg 3)

A. Area Supervisor
B. Area manager
C. Permit Issuer
D. Permit Receiver
7. Who determines Low Risk Activities that do not
require a permit in Restricted Areas? (pg 5)
7. Who determines Low Risk Activities that do not
require a permit in Restricted Areas? (pg 5)

A. Permit Issuer
B. Area Supervisor
C. Organization Manager
D. Permit Receiver
7. Who determines Low Risk Activities that do not
require a permit in Restricted Areas? (pg 5)

A. Permit Issuer
B. Area Supervisor
C. Organization Manager
D. Permit Receiver
A1. What 2 things can happen if the receiver does not
follow the precautions on the work permit?
A1. What 2 things can happen if the receiver does not
follow the precautions on the work permit?

A. Injuries and incidents

B. Work completed faster, shorter work week
C. Decreased operating costs, increased production
A1. What 2 things can happen if the receiver does not
follow the precautions on the work permit?

A. Injuries and incidents

B. Work completed faster, shorter work week
C. Decreased operating costs, increased production
A2. Why does the receiver have to follow all of the
precautions on the work permit?
A2. Why does the receiver have to follow all of the
precautions on the work permit?

A. To prevent incident or injury

B. To ensure the work is not completed too fast
C. To decreased operating costs
A2. Why does the receiver have to follow all of the
precautions on the work permit?

A. To prevent incident or injury

B. To ensure the work is not completed too fast
C. To decreased operating costs
A3. What is the purpose of the work permit system?
(pg 1)
A3. What is the purpose of the work permit system?
(pg 1)
A. To authorize all work activity in non-restricted
areas
B. To authorize non-hazardous work
C. To document when receivers start work for time
keeping
D. To identify hazards and appropriate control
measure
A3. What is the purpose of the work permit system?
(pg 1)
A. To authorize all work activity in non-restricted
areas
B. To authorize non-hazardous work
C. To document when receivers start work for time
keeping
D. To identify hazards and appropriate control
measure
A4. What are the main reasons for work permits?
(pg 1)
A4. What are the main reasons for work permits?
(pg 1)

A. To check certificates, respirators, and safety shoes

B. To identify hazards and define safety precautions
C. To identify all men on a job and check their ID cards
D. To document man-hours worked and work
completed
A4. What are the main reasons for work permits?
(pg 1)

A. To check certificates, respirators, and safety shoes

B. To identify hazards and define safety precautions
C. To identify all men on a job and check their ID cards
D. To document man-hours worked and work
completed
A5. How should an area be classified to require a work
permit? (pg 3)
A5. How should an area be classified to require a work
permit? (pg 3)

A. Dangerous area
B. Restricted area
C. Hazardous area
D. Controlled area
A5. How should an area be classified to require a work
permit? (pg 3)

A. Dangerous area
B. Restricted area
C. Hazardous area
D. Controlled area
A6. What type of work does the work permit system
authorize? (pg 3)
A6. What type of work does the work permit system
authorize? (pg 3)

A. Non-hazardous work where safety is important

B. All work done by maintenance or contractors
C. All work conducted for Saudi Aramco
D. Specific construction, maintenance or repair work
A6. What type of work does the work permit system
authorize? (pg 3)

A. Non-hazardous work where safety is important

B. All work done by maintenance or contractors
C. All work conducted for Saudi Aramco
D. Specific construction, maintenance or repair work
A7. Restricted area includes which location? (pg 3)
A7. Restricted area includes which location? (pg 3)

A. Welding shops, pump stations, and assembly areas

B. Gas plants, tank farms, and assembly areas
C. Pump station, tank farms, and gas wells
D. Dining halls, housing units, and operating areas
A7. Restricted area includes which location? (pg 3)

A. Welding shops, pump stations, and assembly areas

B. Gas plants, tank farms, and assembly areas
C. Pump station, tank farms, and gas wells
D. Dining halls, housing units, and operating areas
A8. What are 2 examples of hazardous work? (pg 4)
A8. What are 2 examples of hazardous work? (pg 4)

A. Confined space entry and radiology

B. Starting a pump and confined space entry
C. Taking an sample and radiology
A8. What are 2 examples of hazardous work? (pg 4)

A. Confined space entry and radiology

B. Starting a pump and confined space entry
C. Taking an sample and radiology
A9. What type of work does the work permit control?
A9. What type of work does the work permit control?

A. Restricted areas
B. Plant operations
C. Restricted activities
A9. What type of work does the work permit control?

A. Restricted areas
B. Plant operations
C. Restricted activities
A10. Who is a work permit issuer? (pg 5)
A10. Who is a work permit issuer? (pg 5)

A. A contractor employee
B. A Designated Representative
C. Any Saudi Aramco employee
D. A Saudi Aramco employee certified to issue permits
A10. Who is a work permit issuer? (pg 5)

A. A contractor employee
B. A Designated Representative
C. Any Saudi Aramco employee
D. A Saudi Aramco employee certified to issue permits
A11. What authorizes an issuer to sign a work permit?
(pg 5)
A11. What authorizes an issuer to sign a work permit?
(pg 5)

A. A verbal certification from his foreman

B. A letter from his immediate supervisor
C. An issuer’s badge and identification card
D. A certificate signed by his superintendent
A11. What authorizes an issuer to sign a work permit?
(pg 5)

A. A verbal certification from his foreman

B. A letter from his immediate supervisor
C. An issuer’s badge and identification card
D. A certificate signed by his superintendent
A12. Who is allowed to issue permits?
A12. Who is allowed to issue permits?

A. Any Saudi Aramco employee

B. A designated representative
C. A contractor employee
D. Certified employees with the signature of the
division head.
A12. Who is allowed to issue permits?

A. Any Saudi Aramco employee

B. A designated representative
C. A contractor employee
D. Certified employees with the signature of the
division head.
A13. A designated representative can perform a joint
site inspection and sign the hazard analysis checklist.

True
False
A13. A designated representative can perform a joint
site inspection and sign the hazard analysis checklist.

True
False
Exercise B
Page 19
1. Why must both the issuer and the receiver sign a
permit to extend (renew) it? (pg 16)
1. Why must both the issuer and the receiver sign a
permit to extend (renew) it? (pg 16)

A. to be sure they both understand and agree to the

conditions
B. to prevent problems during accident investigations
C. to be polite with each other on the job
D. to make sure their certificates have not expired
1. Why must both the issuer and the receiver sign a
permit to extend (renew) it? (pg 16)

A. to be sure they both understand and agree to the

conditions
B. to prevent problems during accident investigations
C. to be polite with each other on the job
D. to make sure their certificates have not expired
2. What is the maximum duration of a renewed work
permit? (pg 16)
2. What is the maximum duration of a renewed work
permit? (pg 16)

A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 12 days
D. 30 days
2. What is the maximum duration of a renewed work
permit? (pg 16)

A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 12 days
D. 30 days
3. What must the Issuer use during a Joint Site
Inspection? (pg 14)
3. What must the Issuer use during a Joint Site
Inspection? (pg 14)

A. Nothing
B. An Observation Checklist
C. A Hazard Analysis Checklist
D. An excavation checklist
3. What must the Issuer use during a Joint Site
Inspection? (pg 14)

A. Nothing
B. An Observation Checklist
C. A Hazard Analysis Checklist
D. An excavation checklist
4. Who must sign the work permit to allow firemen to
fight a fire at the work site? (pg 17)
4. Who must sign the work permit to allow firemen to
fight a fire at the work site? (pg 17)

A. Division Head
B. Issuer
C. Incident Commander
D. No one. A permit is not needed
4. Who must sign the work permit to allow firemen to
fight a fire at the work site? (pg 17)

A. Division Head
B. Issuer
C. Incident Commander
D. No one. A permit is not needed
5. Who must sign an Extended Duration permit?
(pg 16)
5. Who must sign an Extended Duration permit?
(pg 16)

A. No one. Extended Duration permits are not allowed

B. Issuer
C. Receiver only
D. Issuer and Receiver Division Heads
5. Who must sign an Extended Duration permit?
(pg 16)

A. No one. Extended Duration permits are not allowed

B. Issuer
C. Receiver only
D. Issuer and Receiver Division Heads
6. Who is responsible for safety at the work site?
(pg 15)
6. Who is responsible for safety at the work site?
(pg 15)

A. Issuer only
B. Receiver only
C. Standby Man only
D. Issuer and Receiver
6. Who is responsible for safety at the work site?
(pg 15)

A. Issuer only
B. Receiver only
C. Standby Man only
D. Issuer and Receiver
B1. Why does the issuer ask the receiver what tools
and equipment he will use?
B1. Why does the issuer ask the receiver what tools
and equipment he will use?

A. To ensure the receiver is properly trained

B. To complete the security pass
C. To identify hazards and precautions
B1. Why does the issuer ask the receiver what tools
and equipment he will use?

A. To ensure the receiver is properly trained

B. To complete the security pass
C. To identify hazards and precautions
B2. What information must the receiver provide?
B2. What information must the receiver provide?

A. Gas testing certificate, and work permit receiver

certificate
B. Scope of work, and tools and equipment used
C. National ID number or Iqama number, Aramco ID
number
B2. What information must the receiver provide?

A. Gas testing certificate, and work permit receiver

certificate
B. Scope of work, and tools and equipment used
C. National ID number or Iqama number, Aramco ID
number
B3. Why does the issuer ask the receiver for the scope
of work and equipment used?
B3. Why does the issuer ask the receiver for the scope
of work and equipment used?

A. So both can agree to the precautions on the permit.

B. To ensure tools and equipment are not stolen.
C. To make sure the receiver is certified to use the
equipment.
B3. Why does the issuer ask the receiver for the scope
of work and equipment used?

A. So both can agree to the precautions on the permit.

B. To ensure tools and equipment are not stolen.
C. To make sure the receiver is certified to use the
equipment.
B4. What does the issuer identify in section 2 of the
work permit?
B4. What does the issuer identify in section 2 of the
work permit?

A. The gas testing results.

B. All hazards and precautions for the work.
C. The required countersignatures on the work permit.
B4. What does the issuer identify in section 2 of the
work permit?

A. The gas testing results.

B. All hazards and precautions for the work.
C. The required countersignatures on the work permit.
B5. When is a Joint Site Inspection performed?
B5. When is a Joint Site Inspection performed?

A. Before starting work

B. After the permit is issued
C. While the work is being performed
B5. When is a Joint Site Inspection performed?

A. Before starting work

B. After the permit is issued
C. While the work is being performed
B6. When are joint site inspection mandatory? (pg 14)
B6. When are joint site inspection mandatory? (pg 14)

A. Before issuing any work permit

B. When safety equipment is required
C. When the receiver decides that they are
D. For all hot, release, and entry permits
B6. When are joint site inspection mandatory? (pg 14)

A. Before issuing any work permit

B. When safety equipment is required
C. When the receiver decides that they are
D. For all hot, release, and entry permits
B7. You can issue a permit if “No” is checked in the
Hazard Analysis Checklist.

True
False
B7. You can issue a permit if “No” is checked in the
Hazard Analysis Checklist.

True
False
B8. For spray painting inside a confined space, section
2 indicates respiratory equipment is needed but none
is available. What should the issuer (receiver) do?
B8. For spray painting inside a confined space, section
2 indicates respiratory equipment is needed but none
is available. What should the issuer (receiver) do?
A. Open the permit and send someone to get
respiratory equipment from the warehouse.
B. Cancel the work.
C. Do not sign the hazard analysis checklist and do not
allow work to begin.
B8. For spray painting inside a confined space, section
2 indicates respiratory equipment is needed but none
is available. What should the issuer (receiver) do?
A. Open the permit and send someone to get
respiratory equipment from the warehouse.
B. Cancel the work.
C. Do not sign the hazard analysis checklist and do not
allow work to begin.
B9. What should you do if you discover a crane
inspection sticker is not valid? (pg 44)
B9. What should you do if you discover a crane
inspection sticker is not valid? (pg 44)

A. See if it is within the 14 day inspection grace period

B. The issuer performs a visual inspection and
determines if it is safe to use.
C. Do not issue the permit.
B9. What should you do if you discover a crane
inspection sticker is not valid? (pg 44)

A. See if it is within the 14 day inspection grace period

B. The issuer performs a visual inspection and
determines if it is safe to use.
C. Do not issue the permit.
B10. When must the receiver request a permit from
the issuer? (pg 11)
B10. When must the receiver request a permit from
the issuer? (pg 11)

A. Before he leaves
B. Before 0700 hours
C. Before an accident
D. Before work starts
B10. When must the receiver request a permit from
the issuer? (pg 11)

A. Before he leaves
B. Before 0700 hours
C. Before an accident
D. Before work starts
B11. What is the issuer’s main responsibility? (pg 14)
B11. What is the issuer’s main responsibility? (pg 14)

A. Provide plant safety orientation to receivers

B. Train all receivers to receive permits
C. Check receiver certificates and ID cards
D. Identify hazards and define precautions
B11. What is the issuer’s main responsibility? (pg 14)

A. Provide plant safety orientation to receivers

B. Train all receivers to receive permits
C. Check receiver certificates and ID cards
D. Identify hazards and define precautions
B12. What is a person called who must stay at the
work site for a special purpose? (pg 11)
B12. What is a person called who must stay at the
work site for a special purpose? (pg 11)

A. Entrant
B. Certified issuer
C. Standby man
D. Gas tester
B12. What is a person called who must stay at the
work site for a special purpose? (pg 11)

A. Entrant
B. Certified issuer
C. Standby man
D. Gas tester
B13. What is a requirement for a standby man?
(pg 11)
B13. What is a requirement for a standby man?
(pg 11)

A. Perform gas tests

B. Monitor possible ignition sources
C. Monitor the work
B13. What is a requirement for a standby man?
(pg 11)

A. Perform gas tests

B. Monitor possible ignition sources
C. Monitor the work
B14. Why are both the issuer and receiver required to
go on joint site inspection? (pg 14)
B14. Why are both the issuer and receiver required to
go on joint site inspection? (pg 14)

A. To check fire-watch and standby men’s certificates

B. So they both clearly understand the scope of work
C. To verify all workers have valid identification cards
D. So the receiver can put the men to work earlier
B14. Why are both the issuer and receiver required to
go on joint site inspection? (pg 14)

A. To check fire-watch and standby men’s certificates

B. So they both clearly understand the scope of work
C. To verify all workers have valid identification cards
D. So the receiver can put the men to work earlier
B15. A receiver does not understand a precaution on a
work permit. What should he do? (pg 14)
B15. A receiver does not understand a precaution on a
work permit. What should he do? (pg 14)

A. Instruct his work crew to begin while he gets

clarification
B. Contact the loss prevention department for
clarification
C. Ask the issuer to explain
B15. A receiver does not understand a precaution on a
work permit. What should he do? (pg 14)

A. Instruct his work crew to begin while he gets

clarification
B. Contact the loss prevention department for
clarification
C. Ask the issuer to explain
B16. When are work site hazards identified by the
issuer and receiver? (pg 14)
B16. When are work site hazards identified by the
issuer and receiver? (pg 14)

A. During a joint site inspection

B. Before leaving the control room
C. After the permit has been issued
D. After the permit has been closed
B16. When are work site hazards identified by the
issuer and receiver? (pg 14)

A. During a joint site inspection

B. Before leaving the control room
C. After the permit has been issued
D. After the permit has been closed
B17. What is the main purpose of the joint site
inspection? (pg 14)
B17. What is the main purpose of the joint site
inspection? (pg 14)

A. To identify how many men are on the job

B. To check site safety after work starts
C. To identify hazards and define precautions
D. To check certificates and respirators
B17. What is the main purpose of the joint site
inspection? (pg 14)

A. To identify how many men are on the job

B. To check site safety after work starts
C. To identify hazards and define precautions
D. To check certificates and respirators
B18. What must the issuer do before the receiver
signs the permit? (pg 14)
B18. What must the issuer do before the receiver
signs the permit? (pg 14)

A. Require all sewers to be covered and purged

B. Check the Hazard Identification plan approval
C. Require all workers to wear cartridge respirator
D. Make sure the receiver understands all precautions
B18. What must the issuer do before the receiver
signs the permit? (pg 14)

A. Require all sewers to be covered and purged

B. Check the Hazard Identification plan approval
C. Require all workers to wear cartridge respirator
D. Make sure the receiver understands all precautions
B19. What must the issuer use during a Joint Site
Inspection? (pg 14)
B19. What must the issuer use during a Joint Site
Inspection? (pg 14)

A. An excavation checklist
B. Nothing
C. A Hazard Analysis Checklist
D. An Observation Checklist
B19. What must the issuer use during a Joint Site
Inspection? (pg 14)

A. An excavation checklist
B. Nothing
C. A Hazard Analysis Checklist
D. An Observation Checklist
B20. The requirement to wear a respirator and have a
fire extinguisher at the work site are examples of
what? (pg 14)
B20. The requirement to wear a respirator and have a
fire extinguisher at the work site are examples of
what? (pg 14)
A. Precautions that must be taken for all types of
work
B. Decision the receiver must make by himself
C. Conditions for all confined space entry work
D. Precautions the issuer would state on the work
permit
B20. The requirement to wear a respirator and have a
fire extinguisher at the work site are examples of
what? (pg 14)
A. Precautions that must be taken for all types of
work
B. Decision the receiver must make by himself
C. Conditions for all confined space entry work
D. Precautions the issuer would state on the work
permit
B21. Work starts before a JSI and a hazard analysis
checklist is completed. What should the receiver do?
(pg 14)
B21. Work starts before a JSI and a hazard analysis
checklist is completed. What should the receiver do?
(pg 14)
st
A. Complete the Joint Site Inspection during the 1
break.
B. Tell his crew to continue while he completes the
work permit.
C. Stop work immediately and inform the issuer.
B21. Work starts before a JSI and a hazard analysis
checklist is completed. What should the receiver do?
(pg 14)
st
A. Complete the Joint Site Inspection during the 1
break.
B. Tell his crew to continue while he completes the
work permit.
C. Stop work immediately and inform the issuer.
B22. Who obtains all countersignatures for the
permit? (pg 14)
B22. Who obtains all countersignatures for the
permit? (pg 14)

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
B22. Who obtains all countersignatures for the
permit? (pg 14)

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
B23. What is a responsibility unique to the issuer, not
the receiver? (pg 14)
B23. What is a responsibility unique to the issuer, not
the receiver? (pg 14)

A. Obtain countersignatures from nearby affected

areas
B. Remain at the facility until the work permit is closed
C. Perform a JSI
B23. What is a responsibility unique to the issuer, not
the receiver? (pg 14)

A. Obtain countersignatures from nearby affected

areas
B. Remain at the facility until the work permit is closed
C. Perform a JSI
B24. Who is responsible for obtaining all signatures on
the permit?
B24. Who is responsible for obtaining all signatures on
the permit?

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
B24. Who is responsible for obtaining all signatures on
the permit?

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
B25. Why is the receiver required to sign the work
permit and agree to all precautions?
B25. Why is the receiver required to sign the work
permit and agree to all precautions?

A. To protect workers from injury

B. To create a friendly atmosphere
C. Because the issuer is his acting supervisor
B25. Why is the receiver required to sign the work
permit and agree to all precautions?

A. To protect workers from injury

B. To create a friendly atmosphere
C. Because the issuer is his acting supervisor
B26. Why is the receiver required to sign the work
permit and agree to all precautions?
B26. Why is the receiver required to sign the work
permit and agree to all precautions?

A. To ensure the work is done on time

B. To prevent unsafe conditions
C. To document the work starting time
B26. Why is the receiver required to sign the work
permit and agree to all precautions?

A. To ensure the work is done on time

B. To prevent unsafe conditions
C. To document the work starting time
B27. The signed work permit indicates SCBA should be
worn. After starting work, the receiver does not think
SCBA is needed. What should he do?
B27. The signed work permit indicates SCBA should be
worn. After starting work, the receiver does not think
SCBA is needed. What should he do?

A. Cross SCBA out on the work permit.

B. Inform his supervisor and document on the permit.
C. Stop work and discuss with the issuer.
B27. The signed work permit indicates SCBA should be
worn. After starting work, the receiver does not think
SCBA is needed. What should he do?

A. Cross SCBA out on the work permit.

B. Inform his supervisor and document on the permit.
C. Stop work and discuss with the issuer.
B28. Who is responsible for reducing incidents in the
workplace?
B28. Who is responsible for reducing incidents in the
workplace?

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
D. Everyone
B28. Who is responsible for reducing incidents in the
workplace?

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
D. Everyone
B29. What does the issuer (receiver) assume when he
signs the permit?
B29. What does the issuer (receiver) assume when he
signs the permit?

A. The agreed to break times

B. Joint responsibility for the safety at the worksite
C. Non-disclosure of the details of the work
B29. What does the issuer (receiver) assume when he
signs the permit?

A. The agreed to break times

B. Joint responsibility for the safety at the worksite
C. Non-disclosure of the details of the work
B30. What is the receiver’s most important
responsibility? (pg 15)
B30. What is the receiver’s most important
responsibility? (pg 15)

A. Checking issuer’s certificates and ID cards

B. Providing live fire training for his workers
C. Making sure that workers get lunch breaks
D. Following precautions written on the permit
B30. What is the receiver’s most important
responsibility? (pg 15)

A. Checking issuer’s certificates and ID cards

B. Providing live fire training for his workers
C. Making sure that workers get lunch breaks
D. Following precautions written on the permit
B31. What does the issuer agree to when signing a
work permit? (pg 15)
B31. What does the issuer agree to when signing a
work permit? (pg 15)

A. To the safety precautions on the work permit

B. That fire extinguishers are required
C. To stay at the site during hot work
D. To visit the site every two hours
B31. What does the issuer agree to when signing a
work permit? (pg 15)

A. To the safety precautions on the work permit

B. That fire extinguishers are required
C. To stay at the site during hot work
D. To visit the site every two hours
B32. What responsibility do issuers and receivers
share when signing the work permit? (pg 15)
B32. What responsibility do issuers and receivers
share when signing the work permit? (pg 15)

A. Getting countersignatures from superintendents

B. Monitoring the operation of process equipment
C. Maintaining safety conditions at the site
D. Responding to emergency events
B32. What responsibility do issuers and receivers
share when signing the work permit? (pg 15)

A. Getting countersignatures from superintendents

B. Monitoring the operation of process equipment
C. Maintaining safety conditions at the site
D. Responding to emergency events
B33. What three things must the issuer do when
issuing a work permit? (pg 11,14,15)
B33. What three things must the issuer do when
issuing a work permit? (pg 11,14,15)

A. Show his certificate, read the GI 2.100, and sign

B. Read GI 2.100, operate heavy equipment, and sign
C. Read GI 2.100, sign, and explain the scope of work
D. Fill the form, explain safety precautions, and sign
B33. What three things must the issuer do when
issuing a work permit? (pg 11,14,15)

A. Show his certificate, read the GI 2.100, and sign

B. Read GI 2.100, operate heavy equipment, and sign
C. Read GI 2.100, sign, and explain the scope of work
D. Fill the form, explain safety precautions, and sign
B34. What three things must the receiver do when
issuing a work permit?
B34. What three things must the receiver do when
issuing a work permit?

A. Show his certificate, understand the conditions,

and sign
B. Read GI 2.100, operate heavy equipment, and sign
C. Read GI 2.100, sign, explain safety precautions
D. Fill the form, explain safety precautions, and sign
B34. What three things must the receiver do when
issuing a work permit?

A. Show his certificate, understand the conditions,

and sign
B. Read GI 2.100, operate heavy equipment, and sign
C. Read GI 2.100, sign, explain safety precautions
D. Fill the form, explain safety precautions, and sign
B35. What must the receiver do with the permit
before starting work? (pg 15)
B35. What must the receiver do with the permit
before starting work? (pg 15)

A. Leave the permit with the issuer or his supervisor

B. Keep the permit in his possession or post it at the
job site
C. Post the permit outside the control room
D. Give the work permit to his immediate supervisor
B35. What must the receiver do with the permit
before starting work? (pg 15)

A. Leave the permit with the issuer or his supervisor

B. Keep the permit in his possession or post it at the
job site
C. Post the permit outside the control room
D. Give the work permit to his immediate supervisor
B36. What is the most important reason the receiver
must stay at the work site? (pg 15)
B36. What is the most important reason the receiver
must stay at the work site? (pg 15)

A. To provide supervision and maintain safe

conditions
B. To document man-hours worked and order
materials
C. To be available if his supervisor needs information
D. To provide relief when other workers leave
B36. What is the most important reason the receiver
must stay at the work site? (pg 15)

A. To provide supervision and maintain safe

conditions
B. To document man-hours worked and order
materials
C. To be available if his supervisor needs information
D. To provide relief when other workers leave
B37. Who ensures work crews follow precautions
listed on the work permit?
B37. Who ensures work crews follow precautions
listed on the work permit?

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
B37. Who ensures work crews follow precautions
listed on the work permit?

A. Issuer
B. Receiver
C. Issuer and Receiver
B38. What are 3 responsibilities of the receiver?
B38. What are 3 responsibilities of the receiver?

A. JSI, obtain all signatures, sign the permit

B. JSI, assume sole responsibility for the worksite, sign
the permit
C. JSI, supervise the work site, sign the permit
B38. What are 3 responsibilities of the receiver?

A. JSI, obtain all signatures, sign the permit

B. JSI, assume sole responsibility for the worksite, sign
the permit
C. JSI, supervise the work site, sign the permit
B39. Why must the receiver understand and comply
with all of the safety precautions on the permit?
B39. Why must the receiver understand and comply
with all of the safety precautions on the permit?

A. So he won’t get into trouble with his supervisor

B. To reduce the chances an unsafe condition develops
C. To comply with loss prevention audit
B39. Why must the receiver understand and comply
with all of the safety precautions on the permit?

A. So he won’t get into trouble with his supervisor

B. To reduce the chances an unsafe condition develops
C. To comply with loss prevention audit
B40. The receiver must leave the job site and has
received the issuer’s permission. What must he do
before he leaves? (pg 15)
B40. The receiver must leave the job site and has
received the issuer’s permission. What must he do
before he leaves? (pg 15)
A. Give the permit to the issuer until he returns
B. Close the permit, but keep the men working
C. Give the permit to a certified craftsman (another
receiver) until he returns
D. Keep the permit with him, but tell a co-worker
B40. The receiver must leave the job site and has
received the issuer’s permission. What must he do
before he leaves? (pg 15)
A. Give the permit to the issuer until he returns
B. Close the permit, but keep the men working
C. Give the permit to a certified craftsman (another
receiver) until he returns
D. Keep the permit with him, but tell a co-worker
B41. What must the receiver do before he leaves the
jobsite after the issuer gives him permission?
B41. What must the receiver do before he leaves the
jobsite after the issuer gives him permission?

A. Perform a JSI with the issuer.

B. Close the permit and open a new permit with the
new receiver.
C. Hand over supervisory control to another certified
receiver.
B41. What must the receiver do before he leaves the
jobsite after the issuer gives him permission?

A. Perform a JSI with the issuer.

B. Close the permit and open a new permit with the
new receiver.
C. Hand over supervisory control to another certified
receiver.
B42. When can the receiver leave the worksite?
B42. When can the receiver leave the worksite?

A. At the end of his work shift

B. When the work is complete
C. When another certified receiver is left in charge
and the issuer agrees.
B42. When can the receiver leave the worksite?

A. At the end of his work shift

B. When the work is complete
C. When another certified receiver is left in charge
and the issuer agrees.
B43. When is a work permit considered renewed?
B43. When is a work permit considered renewed?

A. When the permit is closed

B. When the issuer and receiver review the permit
and sign
C. When the gas tester signs the permit
B43. When is a work permit considered renewed?

A. When the permit is closed

B. When the issuer and receiver review the permit
and sign
C. When the gas tester signs the permit
B44. How does a receiver get a hot work permit
renewed? (pg 16)
B44. How does a receiver get a hot work permit
renewed? (pg 16)

A. Tells the issuer and both must sign the permit

B. He signs the permit and tells the issuer later
C. Tells his supervisor and continues working
D. It is renewed at the restricted access office
B44. How does a receiver get a hot work permit
renewed? (pg 16)

A. Tells the issuer and both must sign the permit

B. He signs the permit and tells the issuer later
C. Tells his supervisor and continues working
D. It is renewed at the restricted access office
B45. When must the receiver stop work? (pg 17)
B45. When must the receiver stop work? (pg 17)

A. Within one hour before shift change

B. When he finds an unsafe condition
C. When the receiver is available
D. When hot tapping is required
B45. When must the receiver stop work? (pg 17)

A. Within one hour before shift change

B. When he finds an unsafe condition
C. When the receiver is available
D. When hot tapping is required
B46. What information does the “duration” box on
the permit give the receiver? (pg 18)
B46. What information does the “duration” box on
the permit give the receiver? (pg 18)

A. When he can start and stop work

B. How long the entire job will take to finish
C. How many workers are allowed on the job
D. For how long the permit can be extended
B46. What information does the “duration” box on
the permit give the receiver? (pg 18)

A. When he can start and stop work

B. How long the entire job will take to finish
C. How many workers are allowed on the job
D. For how long the permit can be extended
B47. When must the receiver stop work? (pg 18)
B47. When must the receiver stop work? (pg 18)

A. One hour after the end of the work shift

B. At the time stated (when stated) in the “duration”
box on the permit
C. One hour before the end of the work shift
D. All of the above
B47. When must the receiver stop work? (pg 18)

A. One hour after the end of the work shift

B. At the time stated (when stated) in the “duration”
box on the permit
C. One hour before the end of the work shift
D. All of the above
B48. How does the issuer close a work permit? (pg 18)
B48. How does the issuer close a work permit? (pg 18)

A. Verbally tells the receiver and send him the permit

B. The issuer’s foreman notifies the receiver each day
C. Signs the permit the day following job completion
D. Signs the permit with the receiver when work is
done
B48. How does the issuer close a work permit? (pg 18)

A. Verbally tells the receiver and send him the permit

B. The issuer’s foreman notifies the receiver each day
C. Signs the permit the day following job completion
D. Signs the permit with the receiver when work is
done
B49. Who must sign the work permit to close it?
(pg 18)
B49. Who must sign the work permit to close it?
(pg 18)

A. Issuer and receiver

B. Gas tester, issuer and receiver
C. Designated representative
D. Competent person
B49. Who must sign the work permit to close it?
(pg 18)

A. Issuer and receiver

B. Gas tester, issuer and receiver
C. Designated representative
D. Competent person
B50. How does a receiver normally close a work
permit? (pg 18)
B50. How does a receiver normally close a work
permit? (pg 18)
A. Signs the permit and leaves it on the issuer’s desk.
B. Removes his equipment from the work site,
performs a final inspection, and informs the Issuer
his work is dome.
C. The issuer and receiver sign after a joint site
inspection.
B50. How does a receiver normally close a work
permit? (pg 18)
A. Signs the permit and leaves it on the issuer’s desk.
B. Removes his equipment from the work site,
performs a final inspection, and informs the Issuer
his work is dome.
C. The issuer and receiver sign after a joint site
inspection.
Exercise C
Page 42
1. Equipment opening/line break is any activity
associated with the ____ opening of equipment that is
part of a closed system and may contain harmful
materials. (pg 28)
1. Equipment opening/line break is any activity
associated with the ____ opening of equipment that is
part of a closed system and may contain harmful
materials. (pg 28)
A. Slight
B. Large
C. Full
D. initial
1. Equipment opening/line break is any activity
associated with the ____ opening of equipment that is
part of a closed system and may contain harmful
materials. (pg 28)
A. Slight
B. Large
C. Full
D. initial
2. Lines containing pressure should be opened at the
_______ position. (pg 29)
2. Lines containing pressure should be opened at the
_______ position. (pg 29)

A. 11 o’clock
B. 9 o’clock
C. 2 o’clock
D. 5 o’clock
2. Lines containing pressure should be opened at the
_______ position. (pg 29)

A. 11 o’clock
B. 9 o’clock
C. 2 o’clock
D. 5 o’clock
3. _____ permits control activities that create an
ignition source. (pg 32)
3. _____ permits control activities that create an
ignition source. (pg 32)

A. Hot Work Permit

B. Cold Work Permit
C. Confined Space Entry Permit
D. OE/LB Permit
3. _____ permits control activities that create an
ignition source. (pg 32)

A. Hot Work Permit

B. Cold Work Permit
C. Confined Space Entry Permit
D. OE/LB Permit
4. Cover or water seal all sewers and drains within
__ m (__ ft) of the ignition source(s) to prevent the
escape of flammable/combustible vapors or gases.
(pg 32)
4. Cover or water seal all sewers and drains within
__ m (__ ft) of the ignition source(s) to prevent the
escape of flammable/combustible vapors or gases.
(pg 32)

A. 30 m (100 ft)
B. 3 m (10 ft)
C. 23 m (75 ft)
D. 15 m (50 ft)
4. Cover or water seal all sewers and drains within
__ m (__ ft) of the ignition source(s) to prevent the
escape of flammable/combustible vapors or gases.
(pg 32)

A. 30 m (100 ft)
B. 3 m (10 ft)
C. 23 m (75 ft)
D. 15 m (50 ft)
5. If ___ part of the body enters a confined space, that
is considered an entry. (pg 34)
5. If ___ part of the body enters a confined space, that
is considered an entry. (pg 34)

A. Lower
B. Whole
C. Any
D. higher
5. If ___ part of the body enters a confined space, that
is considered an entry. (pg 34)

A. Lower
B. Whole
C. Any
D. higher
6. Place __________ that require an entry permit at
confined spaces that can be entered without tools or
keys. (pg 39)
6. Place __________ that require an entry permit at
confined spaces that can be entered without tools or
keys. (pg 39)

A. Hydrocarbon
B. warning signs
C. cameras
D. ladder
6. Place __________ that require an entry permit at
confined spaces that can be entered without tools or
keys. (pg 39)

A. Hydrocarbon
B. warning signs
C. cameras
D. ladder
C23. In what one way can an issuer inform the
workers about hazards in the work site? (pg 39)
C23. In what one way can an issuer inform the
workers about hazards in the work site? (pg 39)

A. Assign a fire-watch
B. Use portable radio
C. Install warning signs
D. Tell the gas tester
C23. In what one way can an issuer inform the
workers about hazards in the work site? (pg 39)

A. Assign a fire-watch
B. Use portable radio
C. Install warning signs
D. Tell the gas tester
7. Excavations deeper than __ m or __ ft are
considered confined spaces. (pg 39)
7. Excavations deeper than __ m or __ ft are
considered confined spaces. (pg 39)

A. 2.8 m (9 ft)
B. 1.2 m (4 ft)
C. 3.4 m (11 ft)
D. 4 m (13 ft)
7. Excavations deeper than __ m or __ ft are
considered confined spaces. (pg 39)

A. 2.8 m (9 ft)
B. 1.2 m (4 ft)
C. 3.4 m (11 ft)
D. 4 m (13 ft)
8. Opening a line that contains H2S requires workers
to wear ____ monitors. (pg 29)
8. Opening a line that contains H2S requires workers
to wear ____ monitors. (pg 29)

A. O2
B. H2S
C. CO
D. CO2
8. Opening a line that contains H2S requires workers
to wear ____ monitors. (pg 29)

A. O2
B. H2S
C. CO
D. CO2
9. In order to perform hot work using an open flame
the LEL must be ___ % (pg 32)
9. In order to perform hot work using an open flame
the LEL must be ___ % (pg 32)

A. 10%
B. 0%
C. 5%
D. 100%
9. In order to perform hot work using an open flame
the LEL must be ___ % (pg 32)

A. 10%
B. 0%
C. 5%
D. 100%
C1. A work permit contains the specific location of the
_________. (pg 39)
C1. A work permit contains the specific location of the
_________. (pg 39)

A. Hospital
B. Canteen
C. Worksite
C1. A work permit contains the specific location of the
_________. (pg 39)

A. Hospital
B. Canteen
C. Worksite
C2. What is the new name of the yellow permit?
(pg 28)
C2. What is the new name of the yellow permit?
(pg 28)

A. Equipment & line Break Permit

B. Equipment Opening / Line Break Permit
C. Release of hazardous Liquids or Gasses permit
D. Equipment & Line Opening Permit
C2. What is the new name of the yellow permit?
(pg 28)

A. Equipment & line Break Permit

B. Equipment Opening / Line Break Permit
C. Release of hazardous Liquids or Gasses permit
D. Equipment & Line Opening Permit
C3. What is a precaution when installing blinds on
lines known to have H2S?
C3. What is a precaution when installing blinds on
lines known to have H2S?

A. Hearing protection
B. Isolate the line before installing blind
C. SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus)
C3. What is a precaution when installing blinds on
lines known to have H2S?

A. Hearing protection
B. Isolate the line before installing blind
C. SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus)
C4. What does a respirator protect workers from?
C4. What does a respirator protect workers from?

A. Flying debris
B. Inhalation hazards
C. Radiation
C4. What does a respirator protect workers from?

A. Flying debris
B. Inhalation hazards
C. Radiation
C5. When is an equipment opening/line break permit
required?
C5. When is an equipment opening/line break permit
required?

A. Opening a closed line that may contain sweet

water
B. Excavating near a pipeline
C. Opening a closed line that may contain H2S
C5. When is an equipment opening/line break permit
required?

A. Opening a closed line that may contain sweet

water
B. Excavating near a pipeline
C. Opening a closed line that may contain H2S
C6. Which of the following requires an EO/LB permit?
C6. Which of the following requires an EO/LB permit?

A. Opening a pneumatic air line

B. Closing an isolation valve on a vent line
C. Opening a flange to install a blind
C6. Which of the following requires an EO/LB permit?

A. Opening a pneumatic air line

B. Closing an isolation valve on a vent line
C. Opening a flange to install a blind
C7. What is required for an EO/LB if the line is known
to carry H2S?
C7. What is required for an EO/LB if the line is known
to carry H2S?

A. Chemical suit
B. Department head approval
C. Gas testing, H2S monitor
C7. What is required for an EO/LB if the line is known
to carry H2S?

A. Chemical suit
B. Department head approval
C. Gas testing, H2S monitor
C8. What information is on a chemical CHB? (pg 29)
C8. What information is on a chemical CHB? (pg 29)

A. Preferred vendor
B. Hazards and precautions for handling the chemical
C. Manufacturer address
C8. What information is on a chemical CHB? (pg 29)

A. Preferred vendor
B. Hazards and precautions for handling the chemical
C. Manufacturer address
C9. What permit is required for a driver to operate a
truck in an oil processing area?
C9. What permit is required for a driver to operate a
truck in an oil processing area?

A. Confined space permit

B. Cold work permit
C. Hot work permit
C9. What permit is required for a driver to operate a
truck in an oil processing area?

A. Confined space permit

B. Cold work permit
C. Hot work permit
C10. What are considerations for a hot work permit?
C10. What are considerations for a hot work permit?

A. Release of flammable and toxic gas, wind direction

B. Isolate (eliminate) fuel source, control ignition
sources
C. Slip, trip, and fall hazards
C10. What are considerations for a hot work permit?

A. Release of flammable and toxic gas, wind direction

B. Isolate (eliminate) fuel source, control ignition
sources
C. Slip, trip, and fall hazards
C11. Why must sewers be covered within 75 feet
before issuing a hot work permit? (pg 32)
C11. Why must sewers be covered within 75 feet
before issuing a hot work permit? (pg 32)

A. To prevent firewater from draining away

B. To protect workers who enter the sewer
C. Flammable gas may be present in the sewer
D. To keep ignition sources inside the sewer.
C11. Why must sewers be covered within 75 feet
before issuing a hot work permit? (pg 32)

A. To prevent firewater from draining away

B. To protect workers who enter the sewer
C. Flammable gas may be present in the sewer
D. To keep ignition sources inside the sewer.
C12. A receiver has an EO/LB permit and a cold work
permit to loosen a flange, then discovers he needs to
heat the bolts with a torch. What should he do?
C12. A receiver has an EO/LB permit and a cold work
permit to loosen a flange, then discovers he needs to
heat the bolts with a torch. What should he do?

A. Cancel the work.

B. Write in “Torch” in the equipment used section of
the work permit.
C. Get a Hot Work permit before using the torch.
C12. A receiver has an EO/LB permit and a cold work
permit to loosen a flange, then discovers he needs to
heat the bolts with a torch. What should he do?

A. Cancel the work.

B. Write in “Torch” in the equipment used section of
the work permit.
C. Get a Hot Work permit before using the torch.
C13. What is a fire-watch? (pg 32)
C13. What is a fire-watch? (pg 32)

A. A person who must stay within 75 feet of the work

site
B. A person who is certified to issue hot work permits
C. A person who monitors ignition sources during hot
work
D. A person who checks workers into a hot space
C13. What is a fire-watch? (pg 32)

A. A person who must stay within 75 feet of the work

site
B. A person who is certified to issue hot work permits
C. A person who monitors ignition sources during hot
work
D. A person who checks workers into a hot space
C14. What is a responsibility of a fire-watch?
C14. What is a responsibility of a fire-watch?

A. Operate fire equipment

B. Monitor the confined space entrants
C. Perform gas tests
C14. What is a responsibility of a fire-watch?

A. Operate fire equipment

B. Monitor the confined space entrants
C. Perform gas tests
C15. What are two responsibilities of a fire-watch?
(pg 32)
C15. What are two responsibilities of a fire-watch?
(pg 32)
A. Operate fire equipment and monitor ignition
sources
B. Paint fire extinguisher and pressure test fire hoses
C. Visit the site during hot work and relieve the
receiver
D. Light welding torches and inspect hot tap machines
C15. What are two responsibilities of a fire-watch?
(pg 32)
A. Operate fire equipment and monitor ignition
sources
B. Paint fire extinguisher and pressure test fire hoses
C. Visit the site during hot work and relieve the
receiver
D. Light welding torches and inspect hot tap machines
C16. A fire watch does not know how to operate a fire
extinguisher. What should the issuer do?
C16. A fire watch does not know how to operate a fire
extinguisher. What should the issuer do?

A. Replace him with a trained fire watch

B. Instruct him on how to use a fire extinguisher
C. Ensure at least 1 person at the worksite knows how
to use a fire extinguisher
C16. A fire watch does not know how to operate a fire
extinguisher. What should the issuer do?

A. Replace him with a trained fire watch

B. Instruct him on how to use a fire extinguisher
C. Ensure at least 1 person at the worksite knows how
to use a fire extinguisher
C17. Who must remain at the work site area for 30
minutes after hot work is complete? (pg 32)
C17. Who must remain at the work site area for 30
minutes after hot work is complete? (pg 32)

A. Fire watch
B. Standby man
C. Receiver
C17. Who must remain at the work site area for 30
minutes after hot work is complete? (pg 32)

A. Fire watch
B. Standby man
C. Receiver
C18. What must the fire watch do?
C18. What must the fire watch do?

A. Monitor the LEL concentration off the air

B. Sign to close the permit after work is complete
C. Remain in the area for 30 minutes after work is
complete
C18. What must the fire watch do?

A. Monitor the LEL concentration off the air

B. Sign to close the permit after work is complete
C. Remain in the area for 30 minutes after work is
complete
C19. Why does the Fire Watch remain at the worksite
for 30 minutes after the work is complete?
C19. Why does the Fire Watch remain at the worksite
for 30 minutes after the work is complete?

A. To monitor for gas leaks

B. To make sure the welds do not fail
C. To monitor for ignition sources
C19. Why does the Fire Watch remain at the worksite
for 30 minutes after the work is complete?

A. To monitor for gas leaks

B. To make sure the welds do not fail
C. To monitor for ignition sources
C20. What is the main difference between hot and
cold work permits? (pg 36)
C20. What is the main difference between hot and
cold work permits? (pg 36)
A. There is no difference between the two types of
work permit.
B. Hot work permits are used with release permits.
C. Cold work permits are not to be used if there are
ignition sources.
D. Cold work permits allow confined space entry.
C20. What is the main difference between hot and
cold work permits? (pg 36)
A. There is no difference between the two types of
work permit.
B. Hot work permits are used with release permits.
C. Cold work permits are not to be used if there are
ignition sources.
D. Cold work permits allow confined space entry.
C21. A Cold Work Permit is issued in a restricted area,
but the receiver discovers he needs to use a drill.
What should he do?
C21. A Cold Work Permit is issued in a restricted area,
but the receiver discovers he needs to use a drill.
What should he do?
A. Stop all work in the area.
B. Notify the issuer and write “Drill” in the equipment
section of the permit.
C. Do not use the drill until he receives a hot work
permit.
C21. A Cold Work Permit is issued in a restricted area,
but the receiver discovers he needs to use a drill.
What should he do?
A. Stop all work in the area.
B. Notify the issuer and write “Drill” in the equipment
section of the permit.
C. Do not use the drill until he receives a hot work
permit.
C22. Which of the following requires a confined space
entry permit?
C22. Which of the following requires a confined space
entry permit?

A. The initial opening of a line containing H2S

B. Painting inside an office building
C. Sour water lift station
C22. Which of the following requires a confined space
entry permit?

A. The initial opening of a line containing H2S

B. Painting inside an office building
C. Sour water lift station
C23. In what one way can an issuer inform the
workers about hazards in the work site? (pg 39)
C23. In what one way can an issuer inform the
workers about hazards in the work site? (pg 39)

E. Assign a fire-watch
F. Use portable radio
G. Install warning signs
H. Tell the gas tester
C23. In what one way can an issuer inform the
workers about hazards in the work site? (pg 39)

E. Assign a fire-watch
F. Use portable radio
G. Install warning signs
H. Tell the gas tester
C24. When would a receiver need both a hot work
and confined space entry permit? (pg 32,39)
C24. When would a receiver need both a hot work
and confined space entry permit? (pg 32,39)

A. Working near steam lines

B. Grinding in a storage tank
C. Excavating with a backhoe
D. Driving into a restricted area
C24. When would a receiver need both a hot work
and confined space entry permit? (pg 32,39)

A. Working near steam lines

B. Grinding in a storage tank
C. Excavating with a backhoe
D. Driving into a restricted area
C25. Welding in a six (6) foot excavation (welding in a
tank) would require which work permit(s) to be
issued? (pg 32,39)
C25. Welding in a six (6) foot excavation (welding in a
tank) would require which work permit(s) to be
issued? (pg 32,39)

A. Release and confined space entry.

B. Hot work and confined space entry.
C. Cold work and confined space entry.
D. Hot, cold, and confined space entry.
C25. Welding in a six (6) foot excavation (welding in a
tank) would require which work permit(s) to be
issued? (pg 32,39)

A. Release and confined space entry.

B. Hot work and confined space entry.
C. Cold work and confined space entry.
D. Hot, cold, and confined space entry.
C26. Going into 10 feet deep valve box to tighten a
bolt with hand tools requires which type of work
permit? (pg 36,39)
C26. Going into 10 feet deep valve box to tighten a
bolt with hand tools requires which type of work
permit? (pg 36,39)

A. Hot work and confined space entry.

B. Hot work, cold work and release.
C. Release and confined space entry.
D. Confined space entry and cold work.
C26. Going into 10 feet deep valve box to tighten a
bolt with hand tools requires which type of work
permit? (pg 36,39)

A. Hot work and confined space entry.

B. Hot work, cold work and release.
C. Release and confined space entry.
D. Confined space entry and cold work.
C27. Which of the following is an example of a
confined space (of hazardous work)? (pg 36,39)
C27. Which of the following is an example of a
confined space (of hazardous work)? (pg 36,39)

A. Working in a tank
B. Welding on a pipeline
C. Carpentry work in an office
C27. Which of the following is an example of a
confined space (of hazardous work)? (pg 36,39)

A. Working in a tank
B. Welding on a pipeline
C. Carpentry work in an office
C28. An entry permit requires a standby man at the
man way for confined space entry, but a qualified
standby man is not available. What must the receiver
do? (pg 39)
C28. An entry permit requires a standby man at the
man way for confined space entry, but a qualified
standby man is not available. What must the receiver
do? (pg 39)
A. Enter the space and send someone for another man
B. Enter the space, but explain when he close the
permit
C. Do not sign the permit until a qualified standby man
is assigned (and explain why to the issuer)
D. Sign the permit; this requirement is not needed
C28. An entry permit requires a standby man at the
man way for confined space entry, but a qualified
standby man is not available. What must the receiver
do? (pg 39)
A. Enter the space and send someone for another man
B. Enter the space, but explain when he close the
permit
C. Do not sign the permit until a qualified standby man
is assigned (and explain why to the issuer)
D. Sign the permit; this requirement is not needed
C29. What are considerations for an EO/LB permit?
C29. What are considerations for an EO/LB permit?

A. Release of flammable and toxic gas, wind direction

B. Isolate fuel source, eliminate ignition sources
C. Slip, trip, and fall hazards
C29. What are considerations for an EO/LB permit?

A. Release of flammable and toxic gas, wind direction

B. Isolate fuel source, eliminate ignition sources
C. Slip, trip, and fall hazards
C30. Why does an issuer ensure that all energy
sources have been properly locked out and tagged
and de-energized?
C30. Why does an issuer ensure that all energy
sources have been properly locked out and tagged
and de-energized?

A. Prevent financial loss of product and power

B. To protect the receivers from injury
C. Prevent unexpected exposure to hazardous gasses
C30. Why does an issuer ensure that all energy
sources have been properly locked out and tagged
and de-energized?

A. Prevent financial loss of product and power

B. To protect the receivers from injury
C. Prevent unexpected exposure to hazardous gasses
C31. What is a reason for purging?
C31. What is a reason for purging?

A. Remove non-hazardous materials

B. Clean the line of sludge buildup
C. Remove residual hazardous materials
C31. What is a reason for purging?

A. Remove non-hazardous materials

B. Clean the line of sludge buildup
C. Remove residual hazardous materials
C32. In what order is a hydrocarbon vessel prepared
for an EO/LB?
C32. In what order is a hydrocarbon vessel prepared
for an EO/LB?

A. Gas test, drain, clean, isolate, ventilate, purge

B. Gas test, isolate, drain, purge, clean, ventilate
C. Drain, isolate, purge, clean, ventilate, gas test
C32. In what order is a hydrocarbon vessel prepared
for an EO/LB?

A. Gas test, drain, clean, isolate, ventilate, purge

B. Gas test, isolate, drain, purge, clean, ventilate
C. Drain, isolate, purge, clean, ventilate, gas test
C33. What is required for welding on a hydrocarbon
line?
C33. What is required for welding on a hydrocarbon
line?

A. Isolate, clean, drain, purge, gas test

B. Drain, isolate, purge, clean, gas test
C. Gas test, purge, drain, clean, isolate
C33. What is required for welding on a hydrocarbon
line?

A. Isolate, clean, drain, purge, gas test

B. Drain, isolate, purge, clean, gas test
C. Gas test, purge, drain, clean, isolate
C34. What is the safest material for purging?
C34. What is the safest material for purging?

A. Oxygen
B. Hydrogen sulfide
C. Nitrogen
C34. What is the safest material for purging?

A. Oxygen
B. Hydrogen sulfide
C. Nitrogen
C35. Why is spray painting in a confined space more
hazardous than spray painting in an open area?
C35. Why is spray painting in a confined space more
hazardous than spray painting in an open area?

A. You can get paint in your eyes more easily.

B. Flammable vapors can build up to explosive levels.
C. High temperatures can prevent the paint from
drying.
C35. Why is spray painting in a confined space more
hazardous than spray painting in an open area?

A. You can get paint in your eyes more easily.

B. Flammable vapors can build up to explosive levels.
C. High temperatures can prevent the paint from
drying.
C36. What should the issuer consider before signing a
confined space entry permit? (pg 39)
C36. What should the issuer consider before signing a
confined space entry permit? (pg 39)

A. Gas testing, removal of blinds, and a fire-watch

B. Gas purging, removal of blinds, and gas testing
C. Isolation, ventilation, gas testing, and lighting
D. Use of safety belts, warning signs, and hold tags
C36. What should the issuer consider before signing a
confined space entry permit? (pg 39)

A. Gas testing, removal of blinds, and a fire-watch

B. Gas purging, removal of blinds, and gas testing
C. Isolation, ventilation, gas testing, and lighting
D. Use of safety belts, warning signs, and hold tags
C37. When does the issuer make sure equipment is
locked out and de-energized?
C37. When does the issuer make sure equipment is
locked out and de-energized?

A. After work is complete.

B. Before visual inspections.
C. When energy could injure workers.
C37. When does the issuer make sure equipment is
locked out and de-energized?

A. After work is complete.

B. Before visual inspections.
C. When energy could injure workers.
C38. Who applies locks and tags? (pg 45)
C38. Who applies locks and tags? (pg 45)

A. Contractors
B. The supervisor
C. Issuer, all receivers, and all effected personnel
C38. Who applies locks and tags? (pg 45)

A. Contractors
B. The supervisor
C. Issuer, all receivers, and all effected personnel
C39. What does benching, shoring, and sloping refer
to?
C39. What does benching, shoring, and sloping refer
to?

A. Purging methods
B. Prevention of side wall collapse
C. Task specific PPE
C39. What does benching, shoring, and sloping refer
to?

A. Purging methods
B. Prevention of side wall collapse
C. Task specific PPE
C40. What can happen if there are no barricades or
warning signs around an excavation?
C40. What can happen if there are no barricades or
warning signs around an excavation?

A. Toxic gasses can fill the excavation

B. The noise can exceed 85 dB
C. People can fall into the excavation
C40. What can happen if there are no barricades or
warning signs around an excavation?

A. Toxic gasses can fill the excavation

B. The noise can exceed 85 dB
C. People can fall into the excavation
C41. Why don’t we park vehicles close to the edge of
an excavation?
C41. Why don’t we park vehicles close to the edge of
an excavation?

A. Toxic gasses can fill the excavation

B. The noise can exceed 85 dB
C. The weight could cause a cave-in
C41. Why don’t we park vehicles close to the edge of
an excavation?

A. Toxic gasses can fill the excavation

B. The noise can exceed 85 dB
C. The weight could cause a cave-in
C42. Why should heavy equipment be kept away from
the edge of an excavation?
C42. Why should heavy equipment be kept away from
the edge of an excavation?

A. Toxic gasses can fill the excavation

B. The noise can exceed 85 dB
C. The weight could cause a sidewall collapse
C42. Why should heavy equipment be kept away from
the edge of an excavation?

A. Toxic gasses can fill the excavation

B. The noise can exceed 85 dB
C. The weight could cause a sidewall collapse
D1. What protection would a receiver use if using
noisy tools?
D1. What protection would a receiver use if using
noisy tools?

A. Ear muffs
B. Safety glasses with side shields
C. Padded gloves
D1. What protection would a receiver use if using
noisy tools?

A. Ear muffs
B. Safety glasses with side shields
C. Padded gloves
D2. A confined space gas test shows 45 ppm CO.
What precautions must be taken?
D2. A confined space gas test shows 45 ppm CO.
What precautions must be taken?

A. No work is permitted in the confined space.

B. Self-contained breathing apparatus.
C. This is below the TLV – no precautions are needed.
D2. A confined space gas test shows 45 ppm CO.
What precautions must be taken?

A. No work is permitted in the confined space.

B. Self-contained breathing apparatus.
C. This is below the TLV – no precautions are needed.
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