CompTIA Core 2 Objective 4.4 - Operational Procedures - Safety Procedures

Common Safety Procedures

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You are using compressed air to clean dust out of a computer case. Why is it important to wear safety goggles during this task?

To enhance your vision.

To protect your eyes from flying dust and debris.

To comply with company dress code.

To look professional.

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You are working in a server room and notice smoke coming from one of the power supplies. What should you do first?

Use a water extinguisher to put out the fire.

Turn off the power supply and use a CO2 or dry chemical extinguisher.

Ignore it and continue working.

Open the windows to ventilate the room.

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While setting up a new server rack, you need to lift a heavy server into place. What is the proper lifting technique to avoid injury?

Bend at the waist and lift with your back.

Ask a colleague for assistance and lift with your legs.

Lift the server quickly to minimize strain.

Use a dolly or lifting device if available.

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You have just received a shipment of new hard drives for the office. What is the best way to store these components before installation?

Place them in a paper sack

Place them on a wooden shelf.

Store them in antistatic bags.

Stack them on top of each other.

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You notice an electrical fire starting in your office. What is the first action you should take?

Try to extinguish the fire with water.

Turn off power if possible and use a Class C fire extinguisher to put out the fire.

Evacuate the building immediately.

Turn off power and Call for help and wait for the fire department.

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During a routine maintenance check in a server room, you need to replace a faulty RAM module. What should you place on your workbench before starting the replacement?

An ESD mat.

A paper sack

A metal tray.

A plastic sheet.

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You are assigned to clean a large number of dusty computers in a poorly ventilated area. What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you use?

Safety goggles.

Ear plugs.

Air filtration mask.

Steel-toed boots.

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While assembling a new PC for a client, you notice a tingling sensation when touching the computer case. What is the most appropriate action to ensure safety and prevent damage to the components?

Continue assembling the PC without any changes.

Use an ESD wrist strap and connect it to the computer case.

Wear rubber gloves while assembling the PC.

Place the computer on a wooden surface.

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You are setting up a new workstation in an office and need to ensure proper grounding of the equipment. Which of the following is the best practice?

Connect all equipment to a single surge protector.

Use a three-prong power cord and ensure the outlet is properly grounded.

Use a two-prong power cord.

Connect the equipment to the nearest metal object.

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While working on a desktop computer, you notice the power supply unit (PSU) is malfunctioning. What is the first step you should take before attempting to replace the PSU?

Wear an ESD wrist strap.

Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

Remove the computer case.

Check the voltage selector switch on the PSU.

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CompTIA Core 2 Objective 4.4 – Operational Procedures – Safety Procedures