2024 OIT TEST REVIEW EXAM
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
List the types of safety hazards associated with treatment plants or
distribution/collection systems: - CORRECT-ANSWERSPhysical injuries and
body infections are a continuous threat from the following potential hazards:
Working with electrical and mechanical equipment; handling/storage of
treatment chemicals (including chlorine); working in confined spaces;
exposure to pathogens.
What is the best defense against waterborne disease for an operator? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSWashing your hands is a must before eating, smoking or
using the washroom. It is generally a good policy never to put your hands
above your collar when working with plant equipment. Wear protective
gloves where possible.
List a specific caution that must be taken when working or repairing
electrical equipment: - CORRECT-ANSWERSWhen examining, working or
repairing electrical equipment it is essential to lock out the control device
and attach lock-out tags.
List the kinds of detailed safety training you should expect to take as part of
your operator training: - CORRECT-ANSWERSTraining depends on the duties
you will have to perform, typical operator safety training courses include:
confined space entry, WHMIS, occupational health and safety, traffic safety,
first aid and CPR.
Describe the hazards of working in confined spaces and cite some examples:
- CORRECT-ANSWERSConfines spaces pose a special safety hazard for
operational staff because they are environments where the creation of an
oxygen deficient atmosphere may occur. Explosive gases may also build up
in confined spaces. Some examples include sewers, access/maintenance
holes, digesters, below grade life/pumping stations and valve chambers.
Name the Ontario regulation that describes operational checks and sampling
requirements for municipal drinking water systems: - CORRECT-
ANSWERSOntario Regulation 170/03 - Drinking Water System Regulation
Operators of domestic wastewater treatment and collection systems require
a _____________ to work in the Province of Ontario as required by regulation
_____________. - CORRECT-ANSWERSLicence; O. Reg. 129/04
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