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OSHA Predictor Exam Questions with answers. Rated A+ How does OSHA enforce its standards? - Ans-Inspections Though Simon followed all safety protocols, he was injured at work because a machine was ... not properly guarded. Even though there is no reasonable belief that drug use contributed to the employee's injury, his employer required him to take a drug test after he reported the injury. Did the employer misuse a drug testing program against Simon for reporting an injury? - Ans-Yes Whose responsibility is it to provide a safe and healthy workplace? - Ans-Employers Which of the following are main responsibilites employers have under OSHA's standards? - Ans-Monitor hazards Keep records of workplace injuries and illnesses Provide specific equipment, such as PPE An OSHA inspection follows a standard process, consisting of three phases. What are these phases? - Ans-Opening conference Citation period Walkthrough An OSHA inspection was conducted at Raul's workplace. He is curious about the results and wonders what actions his employers might have to take to fix any issues found during the inspection. Does Raul have a right to this information? - Ans-Yes How many points of contact does this worker have with the ladder? - Ans-Three When is a handrail required for stairs? - Ans-After 4 steps A stairway has 6 steps. Is a handrail required? - Ans-A handrail is required.What are the main causes of deaths and injuries on scaffolds? - Ans-Falls Being struck by objects Electrocution Scaffold collapse Bad planking When footwear has greater traction, what does this mean? - Ans-It is less likely that the shoe will slip while someone is walking. Which of the following are employer responsibilities with regard to ladders? - Ans-Ladders should not be moved while a worker is on them. Rungs and steps are slip resistant. Ladders used on slippery surfaces are secured and stabilized. Which of these does OSHA require employers to construct and install to minimize electrocution hazards? - Ans-Controls on equipment and machinery in the workplace Switches used with generators Lighting found throughout the building Appliances such as freezers or refrigerators Is placing a plug into a wall receptacle with your hand on the plug safe or unsafe? - Ans-Safe After a strong storm, a worker does not realize that a power transmission line has fallen on his car and is electrocuted while opening the car door. What is this an example of? - Ans-Contacting Overhead Power Lines OSHA standards for electrical equipment and systems cover what elements of an electrical installation? - Ans-Only the exposed or operating elementsIn almost all cases, touching power lines or coming into contact with energized sources will result in what? - Ans-Severe injuries or death Is using a three-prong plug with a missing ground post safe or unsafe? - Ans-Unsafe About 3 o'clock this morning, firefighters responded to a building fire. While the fire was limited to one room and there were no injuries, there was about $5,000 worth of structural damage. It was determined that electrical wiring from the mini-refrigerator to the wall receptacle was the cause of the fire. - AnsFlexible This occurs when there is a break in the low-resistance grounding path from a tool or electrical system: - Ans-Ground Fault This type of burn occurs when the skin touches hot surfaces of overheated electric conductors, conduits, or other energized equipment. It can also occur when clothing catches on fire. - Ans-Thermal Contact Burn This is the reflex response that occurs when electrical current passes through the human body. - AnsElectrical shock Which of the following statements about hearing protection are true? - Ans-Earplugs and earmuffs are the most common types of hearing protection devices. Long exposure to high levels of noise can damage your hearing. OSHA requires your employer to provide you with hearing protection when you are exposed to loud noises for an extended period of time. Leather palm gloves can protect your hands from what hazards? - Ans-Sharp edges and rough surfaces What can you use to protect your eyes from impact hazards? - Ans-Safety glasses Goggles What should you consider when choosing the type of head protection you use? - Ans-The hazards you expect to encounterWhat type of footwear protects you from chemicals and provides extra traction on slippery floors? - Ans-Rubber boots Sunglasses are just as protective as safety glasses. Is this statement true or false? - Ans-False Which class of hard hats will protect you from electrical shock? - Ans-Class E Class G Which of the following provides the same protection as safety glasses? - Ans-None of these Alex will need to use a respirator for her new job. When will she be able to safely use a respirator? - AnsAfter receiving proper training on respirators After she feels like the respirator fits her properly From the hazards listed below, determine which could require foot protection. - Ans-Sharps Slippery areas Hazardous liquids Low-hanging beams In which cases should you wear gloves? - Ans-When cleaning broken glass When cleaning blood on a surface What should you consider when choosing the type of foot protection you use? - Ans-The hazards you expect to encounter You're going to be performing a task at work that requires a clean air supply. What type of respirator should you use? - Ans-Supplied-Air Respirator Who is responsible for conducting a hazard assessment? - Ans-Employer [Show More]

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