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Difficulty: MediumSafety Procedures and Environmental Controls

An IT technician is preparing to clean heavy adhesive residue and debris from internal computer components using concentrated isopropyl alcohol and compressed gas dusters inside a small maintenance workshop. Which of the following safety procedures and environmental controls should the technician perform before starting this task? (Select TWO.)

  1. Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to determine mandatory personal protective equipment and handling guidelines.Answer
  2. B
    Attach an ESD wrist strap directly to the active hot wire of a wall outlet to maximize static charge dissipation.
  3. Ensure proper room ventilation to prevent the accumulation of volatile and flammable chemical vapors.Answer
  4. D
    Invert the compressed gas duster canister while spraying to freeze and break apart stubborn component residue.

Answer

Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for chemical handling guidelines and ensure adequate room ventilation to safely manage volatile cleaning vapors.
Reviewing the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) ensures compliance with chemical safety hazards and personal protective equipment standards. Ensuring proper ventilation prevents the dangerous accumulation of flammable vapors and protects the technician from toxic fume inhalation.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Consult chemical safety documentation prior to handling solvents.
The technician identifies toxicity risks, proper handling procedures, and necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) via the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
SDS documents outline hazard classifications and mandatory exposure controls for hazardous liquids.
2
Establish environmental airflow controls in the workspace.
Air circulation is enabled to prevent vapor buildup.
Adequate ventilation prevents the accumulation of toxic fumes and eliminates fire hazards caused by concentrated chemical vapors.

Key Concept

Safety Procedures and Environmental Controls for Chemical Solvents
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