Basic Military Requirements (BMR) - Study Guide
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- Published 05/31/2007
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Study Guide - Basic Military Requirements (BMR CH 18)
To find the responsibilities for cleaning and maintaining spaces, you should refer to the Cleaning, Preservation, and Maintenance Bill.
The compartment cleaner is responsible for cleaning living and berthing spaces
You should pick up and stow gear that has been left adrift. This reduces tripping and fire hazards and keeps dewatering equipment from clogging.
False. You should not sweep dirt and debris over the side.
The three steps used in most detergent cleaning are
a. Wetting
b. Scrubbing
c. Rinsing
The two types of deck covers are—
a. Resilient
b. Nonslip
When working with solvents, the term ventilation means fresh air moving in and through the space with proper exhaust.
When handling acid or caustic cleaners, you should wear the following protective equipment:
a. Acid-resistant apron
b. Face shield with goggles
c. Gloves
d. Boots
Treat material and rags used to clean up a solvent spill as HAZMAT material.
The two types of respirators used by Sailors when handling solvents—
a. Air-purifying
b. Air-supplied
Most fires in paint and solvent storage areas are caused by vapor buildup.
Personnel who work in a compartment having bad air might have one or all of the following symptoms.
a. Dizziness
b. Headache
c. Labored breathing
d. Excessive fatigue
The most common hand tools used to remove paint and rust from small areas are—
a. Sandpaper
b. Wire brush
c. Hand scraper
To prepare chipped edges of paint for painting, you should feather the edge of chipped paint with sandpaper.
The two main reasons for a bad paint job are—
a. Improper surface preparation
b. Improper paint application
The four main essential ingredients in paint are—
a. Pigment
b. Vehicle
c. Drier
d. Thinner
At a minimum, two coats of primer should be applied to bare metal.
The first sign of aluminum corrosion is a white, powdery residue.
True, old paint in good condition makes an excellent base for repainting.
When painting small areas and cutting into corners, you should use the sash tool brush.
To completely and evenly cover an area, you should use the Navy laying on and the laying off method.