Practice question

What is the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) and why is it important in air monitoring?

  1. The minimum oxygen concentration needed for combustion; it determines if SCBA is required
  2. The minimum concentration of a combustible gas or vapor in air that can ignite; readings above 10% LEL typically trigger evacuation
  3. The maximum concentration of a gas before it becomes too rich to burn
  4. The lowest radiation reading that constitutes a hazard

Answer: B — The minimum concentration of a combustible gas or vapor in air that can ignite; readings above 10% LEL typically trigger evacuation

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