FIRST Competition Safety Quiz

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FIRST Competition Safety Quiz

Test your knowledge on safety protocols at FIRST competitions! This quiz is designed to ensure that team members are well-informed about safety measures, guidelines, and practices needed to maintain a safe environment during events.

Key points to cover:

  • Understanding safety requirements
  • Proper tool handling
  • Electrical safety
33 Questions8 MinutesCreated by SafetyGuide101
What should team mentors go over with their entire team prior to the event? (2.2)
Chapter 7 of the Safety Manual. (Safety at FIRST events)
'Event Info' section of the 'FIRST Robotics Competition Event Search' page.
Map of the the competition venue available on the 'Event Info' page.
The most up-to-date version of the Game Manual.
If you are missing a SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for an event and there are non on the subject company's site, what should you do? (2.2)
Don't worry about it, if it isn't on their website then you don't need it.
Send the manufacturer an e-mail.
Call the manufacturer.
Create your own SDS.
Which of the following is NOT a student safety captain meeting time? (2.3)
First full day: morning student safety captain meeting (normally 1 hour after pits open).
First full day: late afternoon student safety captain meeting (normally 3 hours before pits close).
Second full day: morning student safety captain meeting (normally 2 hour after pits open)
Final day: morning student safety captain meeting (normally 1 hour after Opening Ceremonies).
Which of the following is NOT a general safety requirement? (3)
Walking and working in a control and thoughtful manner.
Only using a fully open ladder or approved step.
Taking special care when working at normal height or above ground.
None of the above, they are all positive safety practices.
When are you allowed to work on an energized bot? (3.1)
When your at a FIRST event.
When no one is near the controls.
Never, it is against the rules.
When necessary.
Which of these is not an example of stored energy? (3.1.1 - 3.1.3)
A connected power source.
A decompressed spring.
Compressed air.
A raised robot arm.
What should you NOT do with your tools before and during a competition? (3.2.1)
Cut towards yourself when using blades or knifes.
Notify the safety captain and mentor of defective, dull, or broken tools.
Check to see if your tools are in good condition.
When using tools, place work on a bench or hard surface.
What MUST you always do at a FIRST event? (3.3)
Use a screwdriver as a mallet.
Have less than 5 team members in your pit station at all times.
Place a carpet under your robot to prevent floor damage.
Use mechanical guards when required.
What is considered by FIRST to be proper use or respect for electricity? (3.4)
Daisy chaining.
Battery charger plugged into a extension cord.
An extension cord plugged into another extension cord.
A multi-device receptacle plugged into an extension cord.
What must you NOT do when an electrolyte leak occurs at a FIRST event? (3.5.3)
Immediately send the person in contact with acid to the First Aid Station/EMTs.
Report the incident to the pit administration supervisor.
Go around the pits and inform all teams of the potential hazard.
Provide the pit administration with team number and available information.
What should teams bring to FIRST events to deal with a leaking or damaged battery? (3.5.2)
A pair of acid-resistant rubber or plastic leak-proof gloves to wear when handling a leaking battery.
A box of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to neutralize any exposed acid electrolyte.
A suitable non-metallic leak-proof container in which to place the defective battery.
All of the above.
When should chemical containers be "manually" labelled to make the dangers of their contents clear at events? (3.6)
Only if they contain a dangerous solution.
Never.
Always.
If they have been opened.
What cleaning solutions are NOT permitted at FIRST events? (3.6)
Mr. Clean multi purpose cleaner.
Odd smelling chemicals.
Water.
Highly flammable materials.
What solder composition is permitted at FIRST events? (3.7)
60% Sn / 40% Pb.
63% Sn / 37% Pb.
Lead-free.
Tin-free.
In which of these are you NOT required to wear safety glasses? (4.1.1)
In the stands.
Anywhere in the pit station including walkways and team pits.
On the practice field.
In the vicinity of the arena, including the playing field.
At competition, your safety glasses must be? (Select the statement that does NOT apply). (4.1.2)
ANSI-approved.
CE-EN166 rated.
UL-Listed.
Acquired from First.
Which of these hazards is hand protection NOT designed to protect against? (4.2)
Heat.
Ergonomic.
Chemical.
Electrical.
When is hearing protection required? (4.3)
When you are working around loud machinery.
When The people around you are speaking too loudly.
When loud music is being played.
When they are announcing the match winners.
Which of these shoes can you wear to a FIRST competition? (4.4)
Sandals.
Mules.
Close toed shoes.
Lightweight slippers.
What must you NOT wear at FIRST events when working around moving parts? (4.5)
Tight clothing.
Jewelry.
Buttons.
Safety Glasses.
Which of these is considered a cart regulation? (5.1)
Carts may site in the pit aisles while not in use.
Robots must remain on their cart when being operated on.
Wheels on the cart may damage site flooring.
All carts must fit through a 30 inch doorway.
What are proper lifting body mechanics? (5.3)
Lifting with your legs, keeping your back straight.
Using loose hand holds on the robot.
Lock your knees and do not bend them.
Lift when you feel like do not wait for others.
What is a chock block? (5.4)
A block used for drawing on cement.
A wooden block used to store drill bits
A block that ensures that the bot will not roll away.
A block of non-conductive material used to prevent short circuiting.
What does FIRST recommend teams implement to monitor their unique work facility safety considerations? (6)
A specific shut down procedure.
A promotional safety banner.
A checklist
Glasses holding unit.
Are you allowed to throw any items at any time? (7.1)
Always.
Never.
Depends on the item.
If your safety captain allows it.
Who at the Competition is always distinguished by their name badges? (7.2)
Staff and Volunteers.
Students.
Safety Captain.
Mentors.
What is Daisy Chaining? (7.3.2)
Sharing private wi-fi passwords with spectators.
Attaching multiple extension cords together.
Plugging power strips into one another.
Attaching multiple batteries to a single battery charger.
What is the height limit for the team pits? (7.3.1)
10 ft.
5 ft.
12 ft.
7 ft.
How old must you be to attend a FIRST competition on your own? (7.3.3)
14.
12.
10.
8.
What color do safety advisors wear? (8.2)
Blue.
Yellow.
Green.
Red.
How long are students given to present their team’s safety program? (8.3)
10 mins.
2 mins.
15 mins.
5 mins.
Who selects the winner for the Star of the Day and FIRST in Pit Safety? (8.3.2)
Referees.
Safety Advisor(s).
All FIRST Participants.
Coaches/Mentors.
Who sponsors the Safety Award? (8.3.3)
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
WorkSafe BC.
Underwriters Laboratories.
Greystone Safety.
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