Brookline Health Department
 

Winter Safety Quiz

1. Under the Massachusetts Housing Code which of the following are approved as heating sources to heat homes?:
A Un-vented kerosene space heaters
B Free standing plug in electric space heater
C Gas/Electric stove with oven door open
D Chimnea (out door fire place)
E None of the above

2. How many people accidentally die yearly from carbon monoxide poisoning?:
A 1275
B 2300
C 500
D 1700
E 1000

3. If you find yourself stranded on the road in a winter storm you should:
A Run back and forth past your car, people are more likely to notice you.
B Eat snow to stay hydrated.
C Drink a case of Sam Adams beer.
D Be really still to preserve heat
E Wrap your body and head with extra clothes, blankets, newspapers, maps, or removable car mats.

4. When clearing ice and snow you should do all of the following except:
A Avoid shoveling snow if you are out of shape or have heart trouble.
B Drinking and smoking will help you get though the hard work.
C If using a snow blower, you should never use your hand to remove impacted snow or debris.
D You should never leave the snow blower unattended when it is running.
E Use rock salt or de-icing compounds to remove ice from steps, walkways, and sidewalks. Sand may also help prevent slipping.

5.  Carbon Monoxide is a deadly colorless, odorless gas that can cause severe neurological damage and many times results in death. You should adhere to all of these recommendations except for:
A Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed space such as a garage.
B Never burn charcoal inside a home, garage, vehicle or tent.
C Have members of the family sit in the car to keep warm while you are shoveling it out of the snow bank.
D Perform annual maintenance on gas-burning appliances; avoid using unvented stoves and fireplaces.
E Install battery operated carbon monoxide detectors in your home.