220-1102 Question 756
Single answerMatch the required attire of the given environmentA technician is scheduled to perform maintenance in three different areas during the same day: a construction zone where new network cabling is being installed, a server room with hot/cold aisles and raised flooring, and a standard corporate office where users are receiving new laptops. Before entering the construction zone, the technician asks which attire is most appropriate for that environment. Which of the following should the technician wear?
- A
High-visibility vest and hard hat
- B
ESD wrist strap and antistatic mat
- C
Lab coat and nitrile gloves
- D
Business-casual clothing and badge holder
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
This question tests whether the candidate can match attire to the work environment, a common professionalism and safety topic in A+ Core 2. In a construction environment, PPE such as a hard hat and high-visibility vest is appropriate because the technician may be exposed to hazards from overhead work, tools, ladders, materials, and vehicles. By contrast, a server room may call for awareness of ESD precautions and secure clothing around airflow and raised floors, while a standard office usually requires professional attire and identification. CompTIA A+ objectives emphasize following environmental controls, safety procedures, and workplace policies. OSHA job-site safety guidance also supports the use of hard hats and high-visibility apparel in active construction areas.
- A. Correct.
Correct. A construction zone presents physical hazards such as falling objects, active tools, exposed materials, and moving equipment. Standard safety practices require personal protective equipment such as a hard hat and often a high-visibility vest so the worker can be seen clearly around crews and machinery. This best matches the attire expected for a construction environment.
- B. Incorrect.
Incorrect. An ESD wrist strap and antistatic mat are used to protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge during repair work, typically at a bench or when handling internal hardware. They do not address the primary hazards of a construction site, such as impact and visibility risks.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect. A lab coat and nitrile gloves may be appropriate in medical, chemical, or clean work environments where contamination control or splash protection is needed. They are not the standard required attire for a construction area and would not provide the necessary head protection or visibility.
- D. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Business-casual clothing with a badge holder may be acceptable in a normal office setting where the main concern is identification and professionalism. However, it is inadequate for a construction zone because it does not provide protection from job-site hazards.