Small Engine Safety Quiz

Which of the following is considered essential personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with small engines?

• Flip-flops

• Safety goggles

• Baseball cap

• Wool gloves

What is the primary purpose of a fire extinguisher in a small engine repair shop?

• To clean tools

• To put out fires

• To store oil

• To measure fuel

Which tool should be used to remove a spark plug from a small engine?

• Hammer

• Spark plug socket

• Pliers

• Flathead screwdriver

What should you do first if you spill gasoline in the workshop?

• Ignore it

• Clean it up immediately

• Light a match

• Cover it with paper

Which of the following is a maintenance safety practice?

• Leaving tools on the floor

• Disconnecting the spark plug before servicing

• Wearing loose clothing

• Using damaged tools

What is the correct procedure for checking if a tool is safe to use?

• Use it without checking

• Inspect for damage or wear before use

• Ask a friend

• Only use new tools

Which of the following is the safest way to carry a hand tool such as a screwdriver?

• In your pocket

• With the point facing down and away from your body

• In your hand with the point facing up

• Balanced on your shoulder

Which type of fire extinguisher is most appropriate for gasoline fires in a small engine shop?

• Water-based

• Class B

• Class A

• Class D

If a coworker is injured and bleeding, what is the first thing you should do?

• Leave the area

• Notify an adult or supervisor and call for help

• Finish your work

• Ignore the situation

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?

• To provide safety information about chemicals

• To list employee names

• To schedule work shifts

• To record tool inventory