CHST Exam
Only employers with _____ or fewer employees may communicate an Emergency Action Plan orally to employees. 1910.38a a. 10 b. 25 c. 50 d. 100
A) 10
According to the OSHA standard, an employer must check an excavation for HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE if he suspects one might be present when the depth of the excavation is _______ feet or greater. Ref: 1926.651(g)(1)(i) a. 4 feet b. 5 feet c. 6 feet d. 10 feet
A) 4 feet
Eye and face protection equipment used to protect against hazards shall meet the requirements specified in: a. ANSI Z87.1 b. ANSI Z89.1 c. ANSI Z41.1 d. ANSI Z244.1
A) ANSI Z87.1
What is a characteristic of adult learning per Malcolm Knowles a. Adults are motivated to learn when they see the value of the information to their personal and professional lives. b. Adults dislike learning new things. c. Adults will avoid training if given an opportunity. d. Adult prefer lecture style of training.
A) Adults are motivated to learn when they see the value of the information to their person and professional lives.
The Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation is A. An ergonomic risk assessment tool for manual material handling tasks B. A calculation of the forces generated on the spine when lifting heavy objects. C. A measure of the recommended object dimensions for lifting D. A determination of the best symmetric lifting angle.
A) An ergonomic risk assessment tool for manual material handling tasks
Employees working with which of these tools are advised to wear head and face protection in addition to the required eye protection? a. Chainsaw b. Circular saw c. Chop saw d. Bandsaw
A) Chainsaw
Which conduct is exemplified by a safety professional misrepresenting lost time hours to lower the company overhead cost? a. Compromised integrity b. Generally acceptable behavior c. Professional negligence d. The industry standard approach
A) Compromised integrity
What symptom is MOST commonly associated with heat exhaustion? a. Cool, moist skin b. Hot, dry skin c. Red, flushed skin d. Stomach cramps
A) Cool, Moist Skin
A carpenter nailing studs feel a pain at the elbow. This could be: a. Epicondylitis b. Carpal Tunnel c. Rotator Cuff Tear d. Raynaud Phenomena.
A) Epicondylitis
What three readings are taken outdoors to calculate the heat index? Wet bulb temperature, Dry bulb temperature and? a. Globe thermometer temperature b. Radiant Gorge Temperature c. Infrared Thermal Temperature d. Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure
A) Globe thermometer temperature
What is the main purpose of internal safety inspections within a safety management program? a) Identifying compliant and non-compliant issues in the workplace. b) Accurately forecasting future incidents/accidents. c) Serving as a risk assessment tool. d) Providing documentation to justify disciplinary actions.
A) Identifying compliant and non-compliant issues in the workplace.
Which is considered a key principle of the BCSP Code of Ethics? a. Impartiality b. Consideration c. Communication d. Objectivity
A) Impartiality
Silica is commonly found in many construction materials. What is the main hazard it poses to workers on a construction site, and what is the MOST effective method to manage this hazard? a. Inhalation of crystalline silica leads to silicosis (a lung disease). To manage this, use water to suppress dust formation. b. Silica is abrasive, damaging the eyes, skin, and teeth. The recommended control measure is a full-face supplied air mask. c. Exposure to silica dust irritates the mouth and throat. A single strap dust mask is sufficient for protection. d. The primary issue with naturally occurring silica is that it obscures vision by dirtying safety eyewear. Regularly wipe eyewear with a clean cotton cloth to mitigate this.
A) Inhalation of crystalline silica leads to silicosis (a lung disease). To manage this, use water to suppress dust formation.
The purpose of the load indicator is: a. Is a cab-mounted display connected to various types of load sensors that show the crane operator the weight they are lifting. b. Prevent swing travel beyond the counterweight. c. Prevent the load block from hitting the sheave black. d. Tell the angle of the crane boom to horizontal grade.
A) Is a cab-mounted display connected to various types of load sensors that show the crane operator the weight they are lifting.
Before initiating crane operations at a job site, what document should be prepared and discussed with the crane crew? a. Job hazard analysis b. Site preparation plan c. Emergency response plan d. Overhead power line permit
A) Job hazard analysis
How should safety professionals strive to lead their company? a. Leading by example b. Providing adequate training to employees c. Enforcing strict discipline and policy adherence d. Exercising the authority granted to them by the company
A) Leading by example
All eye protection shall be distinctly marked to facilitate identification of ___________. a. Manufacturer b. Shade c. Strength of lens d. Employer
A) Manufacturer
When is it appropriate to remove your welding gloves? A) Only when welding is completely finished and equipment is cool B) As soon as the welding stops C) After each weld to check the quality D) Whenever you feel like it
A) Only when welding is completely finished and equipment is cool
Which system, comprising tools, processes, and procedures, significantly lowers the risk of accidental releases of highly hazardous chemicals when correctly implemented and adhered to? a. Process safety management b. Hazard communication standard c. Safety data sheet documentation d. Globally harmonized system
A) Process safety management
The OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard requires employers to: a. Provide NIOSH-certified respirators in compliance with the conditions of their certification b. Provide NIOSH-certified respirators or respirators that meet equivalent NIOSH standards c. Require employees to purchase NIOSH-certified respirators for use in their designated work areas d. Require NIOSH-certified respirators only in oxygen-deficient or immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmospheres
A) Provide NIOSH-certified respirators in compliance with the conditions of their certification
Corrective actions related to safe work practices are MOST effective when they are: a. Related to an occurrence, a behavior, and a consequence. b. Ordered by senior management. c. Coupled with retraining. d. Associated with disciplinary action.
A) Related to an occurrence, a behavior, and a consequence.
Comis says he has a CSP as a consultant. It is listed on his business card. You check the BCSP website and see he does not have any BCSP credentials. What is the BEST way to proceed? a. Report him to the BCSP. b. Confront him quietly in the hallway and ask him to explain. c. Ask him in a meeting about his CSP designation. d. Send an email to your management teams questioning his credentials.
A) Report him to the BCSP.
In order to foster worker involvement in an effective safety management program, which element is crucial to cultivating their commitment? a. Safety culture b. Safety performance incentive c. Highly skilled workers d. Disciplinary program
A) Safety culture
You are starting at a new company. Last year, eye injuries and foot injuries were the highest cause of recordable incidents. As a new safety professional what action should you perform first? a. Survey the facility and operations to determine the cause of the injuries. b. Hold the safety meeting discussing the need to be more careful. c. Require everybody to wear safety glasses and safety toe shoes. d. Put up safety posters reminding workers to wear their protective equipment all the time.
A) Survey the facility and operations to determine the cause of the injuries
You are starting at a new company. Last year, eye injuries and foot injuries were the highest cause of recordable incidents. As a new safety professional, what action should you perform first? a. Survey the facility and operations to determine the cause of the injuries. b. Hold the safety meeting discussing the need to be more careful. c. Require everybody to wear safety glasses and safety toe shoes. d. Put up safety posters reminding workers to wear their protective equipment all the time.
A) Survey the facility and operations to determine the cause of the injuries.
What is typically the primary focus of vulnerability assessments? a. Terrorism b. Waste Disposal c. Earthquakes d. Floods
A) Terrorism
Who is MOST likely at greater risk if a mobile crane contacts an energized power line of 7200 volts? a. The construction worker receiving the suspended load. b. The crane operator sitting in the seat. c. The crane signal person. d. The Safety professional.
A) The construction worker receiving the load.
A neutral position is: A. The position that places the least amount of stress on the body B. The most difficult position for the body to hold C. A safe position that protects only the back D. The only position in which one can work
A) The position that places the least amount of stress on the body
Gen Z Learners... a. Were born into technology b. Are strangers to diversity c. Will listen if not important d. Do not want immediate feedback.
A) Were born into technology
The Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) is a key safety metric calculated per 100 full-time workers. If a workplace has reported 10 incidents in a year, and the total hours worked by all employees is 200,000 hours, what is the TRIR? (Note: TRIR = (Number of Incidents x 200,000) / Total Hours Worked) a) 5 b) 10 c) 1 d) 20
B) 10
What is the minimum height at which OSHA requires fall protection for construction workers working on a walking/working surface with an unprotected edge? Ref: OSHA's 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(1) A) 4 feet B) 6 feet C) 8 feet D) 10 feet
B) 6 feet
Tools are well-designed when they: A. Fit within statistical reliability parameters B. Allow for neutral postures C. Require static work D. Have handles larger than the worker's hands
B) Allow for neutral postures
In the ADDIE Instructional Design Model, which phase involves identifying the learning needs and the overall goals of the instructional program? A) Design B) Analysis C) Development D) Implementation
B) Analysis
The ___________ diagram or Ishikawa diagram is a cause-and-effect diagram that helps managers to track down the reasons for imperfections, variations, defects, or failures. a. Lean 5S b. Fishbone c. Five Factors d. Failure Modes and Events
B) Fishbone
What is the most common type of workplace eye injury? A. Cataracts B. Foreign body C. Thermal burn D. Chemical burn
B) Foreign Body
The purpose of the anti-two block is: a. Prevent the sheaves from falling out of the load block. b. Help prevent the load block from contacting the boom tip. c. Prevent the wire rope from jumping off the sheave. d. Prevent the swing radius block from hitting the load block.
B) Help prevent the load block from contacting the boom tip.
How does a Safety Manager's input in the development of a corporate business plan influence safety management and performance goals? A) It ensures the allocation of resources to achieve a zero-injury target. B) It integrates safety goals into the overall business strategy and resource allocation. C) It identifies areas for improvement and sets specific, measurable safety objectives. D) It determines the company's financial projections and resource allocation, with no direct impact on safety goals.
B) It integrates safety goals into the overall business strategy and resource allocation.
During arc welding, the welder is exposed O3 (ozone) which is a pulmonary gas due to lack of ventilation. These are gases that: a. Replace the oxygen in human blood. b. Lead to obstructive diseases in the lungs. c. Affect the skin d. Affect the lymphatic system.
B) Lead to obstructive diseases in the lungs.
What is an appropriate way for safety professionals to advance their profession within the community? a. Refrain from discussing safety outside of professional circles. b. Participate in local government meetings to advocate for safety regulations. c. Only offer safety advice when compensated for their expertise. d. Focus exclusively on global issues rather than local community concerns.
B) Participate in local government meetings to advocate for safety regulations.
If police officers are observed walking on your construction site without wearing hard hats, what is the correct course of action? A) Allow them to continue as they are on official duty. B) Politely inform them about the site safety rules and direct them to the trailer to obtain visitor hard hats. C) Ignore the situation since they are not regular site workers. D) Report them to their superior for not following site safety protocols.
B) Politely inform them about the site safety rules and direct them to the trailer to obtain visitor hard hats
Which of the following is the most important factor in ensuring crane safety on a construction site? a. Using the newest and most advanced crane model b. Proper training and certification of crane operators c. Painting the hand signals on the crane d. Having the crane inspected once a year
B) Proper training and certification of crane operators
Which of the following is NOT a safe practice when working with power tools? a. Keeping hoses and cords away from oil, heat, and sharp edges b. Pulling the cord at the tool end to disconnect it from the receptacle c. Securing work with a clamp, keeping both hands free to use the tool d. Inspecting the tool cord daily for defects.
B) Pulling the cord at the tool end to disconnect it from the receptacle
Under incident command, the command staff positions include: A. Public Information Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Safety Officer B. Safety Officer, Public Information Officer, And Liaison Officer, C. Operations Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, Planning Section Chief, And Finance Section Chief D. Planning, Operations, Support Officers
B) Safety Officer, Public Information Officer, and Liaison Officer
Which is the ethical priority of industrial hygienists? a. Improving employee ergonomics b. The health and safety of employees c. Ending the spread of communicable disease through employee hygiene d. The company profitability margins
B) The health and safety of employees
What is the primary purpose of the Delphi Method in accident investigation and risk assessment? a. To identify the root cause of an accident. b. To estimate the likelihood and potential consequences of accidents. c. To determine the cost of implementing safety measures. d. To assign blame for an accident.
B) To estimate the likelihood and potential consequences of accidents.
What is the primary goal of hazard assessment in construction? a) To increase project costs. b) To identify and mitigate potential risks. c) To expedite project completion. d) To ignore safety regulations.
B) To identify and mitigate potential risks
In the context of managing work teams, which factor(s) should the safety professional be mindful of from a safety standpoint? a. Fear of failure and discipline. b. Unconscious and deliberate safety behaviors. c. Personality differences and habits. d. Cultural diversity and ethnicity.
B) Unconscious and deliberate safety behaviors.
Employees shall not work in excavations in which there is accumulated? a. Nitrogen at 78% b. Water c. Oxygen at 20.9% d. Sand
B) Water
When must PPE be used according to safety regulations? A) Only during routine inspections B) Whenever there are risks that cannot be adequately controlled by other means C) When workers request it D) At the discretion of the site manager
B) Whenever there are risks that cannot be adequately controlled by other means
You are short 0.2 CEU for the recertification cycle. What should the safety professional do? a. Round up the CEU's. b. Write BCSP and ask for an extension. c. Add 0.4 CEUs and make it up later. d. Write BCSP and ask for an exemption.
B) Write BCSP and ask for an extension.
When mechanical equipment is being used perpendicular to the roof edge, the warning lines cannot be closer than _______ feet. 1926.502(F)(1)(ii) a. 6 b. 8 c. 10 d. 15
C) 10
Trenches over ____ feet must be designed by a professional engineer. a. 5 b. 10 c. 20 d. 25
C) 20
Which is a tool that enables a team to identify, explore, and graphically display the possible causes of an incident or hazardous conditions? a. A Gantt chart b. A Venn Diagram c. An Ishikawa diagram d. A PERT chart
C) An Ishikawa diagram
Occupational exposure limits for chemicals are primarily derived from a. Human exposure studies b. Workplace epidemiological studies c. Animal toxicological studies d. Mycological data
C) Animal toxicological studies
As a company safety manager, what would be your initial step to address the recent increase in hand injuries at your company? a. Retrain all workers in hand and arm safety. b. Buy more personal protective equipment and enforce its use. c. Conduct a root cause analysis. d. Carry out a training needs assessment.
C) Conduct a root cause analysis.
If new information is discovered after making a public statement that contradicts previous knowledge, what is the ethical course of action? a. Stand by the original statement to maintain credibility b. Disregard the new information as it might confuse the public c. Correct or update the public statement to reflect the new, accurate information. d. Privately acknowledge the error but avoid public rectification to prevent reputational damage.
C) Correct or update the public statement to reflect the new, accurate information.
Who is responsible for ensuring the PPE fits the employees? a) Employees are responsible for ensuring the fit of their PPE b) The government is responsible for ensuring the fit of the PPE c) Employers are responsible for ensuring the fit of the PPE d) Unions are responsible for ensuring the fit of the PPE to their members
C) Employers are responsible for ensuring the fit of the PPE
What formula should be used to calculate the free fall distance (FF) when the anchor point is positioned above the harness attachment point? A) FF = Lanyard B) FF = Lanyard x Distance between attachment and anchor point C) FF = Lanyard - Distance between attachment and anchor point D) FF = Lanyard + Distance between attachment and anchor point
C) FF = Lanyard - Distance between attachment and anchor point
Which represents the formula used to calculate free fall distance (FF) when the anchor point is above the attachment point? a. FF = Lanyard b. FF = Lanyard x Distance between attachment and anchor point c. FF = Lanyard - Distance between attachment and anchor point d. FF = Lanyard + Distance between attachment and anchor point
C) FF = Lanyard - Distance between attachment and anchor point
Which of the following is a required element on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)? A) The CEO's contact information B) Detailed pricing information C) Fire-fighting measures D) Marketing strategies for the chemical
C) Fire-fighting measures
When conducting a systematic cause analysis technique (SCAT), officials must first identify which of the following? a. Loss associated with the event being investigated b. Control factors that failed, causing an event to occur c. Identification of the event that has caused a loss d. Recognition of causes of an unanticipated, negative event
C) Identification of the event that has caused a loss
What is a universal aspect of professional ethics in the safety, health, and environmental profession, irrespective of the specific field of expertise? a. Management of hazardous materials b. Certification c. Individual professional competence d. Compliance with regulations
C) Individual professional competence
How does a Safety Manager's input into the business plan impact resource allocation? A) It ensures that safety initiatives are funded as needed B) It allocates a fixed percentage of the budget to safety initiatives C) It prioritizes resource allocation based on business objectives, including safety D) It has no impact on resource allocation
C) It prioritizes resource allocation based on business objectives, including safety
What is a key characteristic of the Delphi Method? a. It involves a single round of questioning b. It requires a large group of experts with identical backgrounds. c. It uses a structured communication technique to gather and distill knowledge. d. It relies solely on quantitative data.
C) It uses a structured communication technique to gather and distill knowledge.
What Main factor would be emphasized in an industrial safety strategy during the hazard assessment of a new project or process in your facility? a. The work environment b. Transitioning to robotics and automated work tasks c. Managing potential incidents at the job level d. Addressing industry-specific hazards
C) Managing potential incidents at the job level
Who has the responsibility for controlling the crane during a lifting operation? A. Any employee with a clear line of sight to the load B. Only the supervisor C. Only the crane operator D. The designated signal person
C) Only the crane operator
In the context of effective workplace safety programs, which trio of responsibility categories is deemed essential? a. Managing/prequalifying subcontractors, training/orienting to site safety, and ensuring facility security/upkeep. b. Managing budget/finances, overseeing equipment/tools, and handling emergency response/medical care. c. Overseeing administrative/management tasks, handling operational/technical aspects, and promoting cultural/behavioral safety norms. d. Enforcing discipline/accountability, facilitating training/development, and conducting safety management/audits.
C) Overseeing administrative/management tasks, handling operational/technical aspects, and promoting cultural/behavioral safety norms.
The SDS's have ____ information sections that conform to the requirements of the GHS of Classification and Labeling of Chemical Standard. a. 10 b. 5 c. 20 d. 16
D) 16
A safety consultant needs to determine the total weight of petroleum diesel in a 100,000-gallon cylindrical tank, using a density of 6.943 pounds per gallon as provided in the safety data sheet. What is the mass, in pounds, of the petroleum diesel when the tank is at full capacity? A) 694,000 B) 700,943 C) 700,694 D) 694,300
D) 694,300
Which scenario would indicate discrimination or bias? a. A safety professional firing an employee of minority status due to repeated and deliberate life endangering behavior. b. A safety professional supporting a diversity inclusion program. c. A safety professional requiring additional trainings specifically for employees with developmental learning disabilities. d. A safety professional ensuring training accessibility for all employees in the English language only.
D) A safety professional ensuring training accessibility for all employees in the English language only.
Safety training records, certifications earned, and total hours trained are: a) Required by all regulatory agencies. b) A valid reason for promotion or a raise in a worker's wage. c) Confirmation of a positive return on investment. d) Admissible in a legal action.
D) Admissible in a legal action.
In a hot work area, what is the safety distance that needs to be maintained from combustible materials? A. At least 1 foot B. At least 5 feet C. At least 10 feet D. At least 35 feet
D) At least 35 feet
Which tools require an equipment grounding conductor? a. Double insulated tools. b. Cordless Chainsaw c. Flashlight that is chargeable. d. Circular saws with a metal housing made in 1980.
D) Circular saws with a metal housing made in 1980
What approach should multi-national corporations adopt to manage the variety of statutory laws they are subject to? a. Campaign for uniform laws across all countries of operation. b. Standardize operations according to the most lenient national law. c. Align all operations with the most stringent laws from their home country of the headquarters. d. Comply with the laws specific to each country where they have establishments.
D) Comply with the laws specific to each country where they have establishments.
Which is an example of plagiarism? a. Reading a paragraph online and retyping it in your own words. b. Copying and pasting someone else's work into your paper using quotation marks and citing the author c. Typing a paper in your own words d. Copying and pasting a sentence from the Internet into your paper
D) Copying and pasting a sentence from the Internet into your paper
What are the essential components of a "what if" hazard analysis? a. Aimed at facilitating root cause analysis b. Requires minimal time, few resources, and little preparation c. Meets regulatory requirements for pre-task planning d. Cost-effective, utilizes a multi-skilled team, and employs a qualitative approach
D) Cost-effective, utilizes a multi-skilled team, and employs a qualitative approach
What is a KEY consideration for a safety manager aiming to get an effective job safety analysis? a. Thoroughly identify all past occurrences associated with the task. b. Utilize a consistent form and numbered work tasks to enhance usability across all analyses. c. Ensure the analysis is signed by every team member involved. d. Empower the work team to collaborate in compiling and discussing the analysis at the work location.
D) Empower the work team to collaborate in compiling and discussing the analysis at the work location.
What is a KEY consideration for a safety manager aiming to get an effective job safety analysis? a. Thoroughly identify all past occurrences associated with the task. b. Utilize a consistent form and numbered work tasks to enhance usability across all analyses. c. Ensure the analysis is signed by every team member involved. d. Empower the work team to collaborate in compiling and discussing the analysis at the work location.
D) Empower the work team to collaborate in compiling and discussing the analysis at the work location.
In incident/injury casual analysis, four main areas are considered. Three of them are Equipment, Management, and Personnel. What is the fourth key area? a. Risk tolerance b. Budget c. Schedule d. Environment
D) Environment
Which of the following principles is NOT a key component of ISO 45001's approach to occupational health & safety management? a. Worker participation and consultation: Encourage workers to participate in OH&S decision-making processes. b. Leadership and commitment: Demonstrate top management's commitment to OH&S. c. Risk-based approach: Identify, assess, and control OH&S risks. d. Financial performance improvement: Focus on increasing profitability through cost-cutting measures.
D) Financial performance improvement: Focus on increasing profitability through cost-cutting measures.
What is one of the essential elements necessary for the future success of safety management systems? a. Experience modification rate b. Injury rates c. Reduced worker compensation premiums d. Hazard analysis and prevention
D) Hazard analysis and prevention
What is an effective approach to enhancing workers' attitudes towards safe work practices? a. Hiring more safety professionals. b. Implementing a three-step discipline program for unsafe behavior. c. Offering higher wages to all employees. d. Identifying and communicating the desired behavior.
D) Identifying and communicating the desired behavior.
Which is a major entry route for employee exposure to chemical compounds? a. Spillage b. Contact c. Injection d. Inhalation
D) Inhalation
When selecting proper gloves for chemical materials handling, it is important to understand the chemical breakthrough rating for the type of chemical that the employee may come into contact with. The chemical ratings are E, G, F, and P. What is the meaning of the "P" chemical breakthrough rating? Please select one of the following options: a. Poly-coated, highly recommended (breakthrough times greater than 8 hours) b. Perforated, not designed for chemical exposure (breakthrough times less than 1 hour) c. Performance, highly recommended (breakthrough times greater than 8 hours) d. Poor, not recommended (breakthrough times less than 1 hour)
D) Poor, not recommended (breakthrough time less than 1 hour)
Whenever there is a concern as to safety, the operator must have the authority to stop and refuse to handle loads until a ______________ has determined that safety has been assured. Ref. 1926.1418 a. Competent Person b. Crane Manufacturer c. Certified Safety Professional d. Qualified person
D) Qualified person
A quantitative fit factor (QNFF) is defined as the: a. Factor applied to qualitative fit testing (QLFT) results to calculate the equivalent results required from quantitative fit testing (QNFT) b. Maximum level of exposure to a contaminant allowed for the specific respirator being tested c. Minimum expected level of respiratory protection provided by a properly fitted and functioning respirator d. Quantitative measure of the fit of a particular respirator facepiece to a particular individual
D) Quantitative measure of the fit of a particular respirator facepiece to a particular individual
Your company is installing a new process that uses a chemical rinse that was not previously used in the company. What should your first action be to evaluate the health hazards. a. Make sure the room has 6 air changes and hour b. Order PPE before the work starts. c. Conduct Air Sampling d. Review the SDS.
D) Review the SDS
Which of the following factors do not affect the load capacity of the crane? a. Boom length b. Boom angle c. Placement of outriggers d. Use of an anti-two block device
D) Use of an anti-two block device
In the context of effective workplace safety programs, which trio of responsibility categories is deemed essential? a. Managing/prequalifying subcontractors, training/orientating to site safety, and ensuring facility security/upkeep. b. Managing budget/finances, overseeing equipment/tools, and handling emergency response/medical care. c. Overseeing administrative/management tasks, handling operational/technical aspects, and promoting cultural/behavioral safety norms. d. Enforcing discipline/accountability, facilitating training/development, and conducting safety management/audits.
C) Overseeing administrative/management tasks, handling operational/technical aspects, and promoting cultural/behavioral safety norms.
Qualitative fit testing (QLFT) is described a/an: a. Assessment of respirator fit based on an individual's use under actual working conditions b. Assessment of respirator fit based on the amount of leakage into the respirator c. Pass/fail test based on an individual's response to various test agents d. Pass/fail test based on the level of contaminant in the user's work area
C) Pass/fail test based on an individual's response to various test agents
Which of the following is a very common sign of poor ergonomic practices? A) Lower energy levels throughout the workday B) Normal frequency of workplace injuries C) Persistent discomfort or pain during work D) Neutral job satisfaction
C) Persistent discomfort or pain during work
Which ISO 45001 requirement is aimed at preventing OH&S incidents by implementing controls to mitigate risks? a. Emergency preparedness and response b. Worker training and awareness c. Risk control d. Incident investigation and reporting
C) Risk control
Regarding the Board of Certified Safety Professionals' (BCSP) code of ethics, which statement is accurate? a. Adherence to the code is required for individuals who have received certification from BCSP. b. Only government agency employees in the safety field are required to follow the code. c. The code must be followed by individuals certified by the BCSP. d. Every professional with a safety degree must observe the BCSP code of ethics.
C) The code must be followed by individuals certified by the BCSP.
What is risk mitigation in project management? A) The process of transferring all project risks to another party to handle. B) The act of ignoring minor risks until they become significant. C) The process of taking proactive steps to reduce the likelihood or impact of potential project risks. D) The practice of insuring against all possible risks to ensure no financial loss.
C) The process of taking proactive steps to reduce the likelihood or impact of potential project risks.
The BCSP Code of Ethics emphasizes which priority for a safety professional? a. The reputation of the safety professional b. The insurance safety rating of the company c. The protection of environment and property d. The appearance of the company
C) The protection of environment and property
Certfified safety professionals should undertake services for clients only if: a. They really need the fees b. Their bid is the lowest c. They are fully technically competent d. Carrying out the services wouldn't involve excessive time or effort
C) They are fully technically competent
What is the primary purpose of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)? A) To ensure chemical manufacturers provide detailed financial reports B) To ensure that all chemicals are banned from the workplace C) To ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified and that information concerning the classified hazards is communicated to employers and employees D) To monitor the import and export of chemicals
C) To ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified and that information concerning the classified hazards is communicated to employers and employees.
What is the primary purpose of the BCSP Code of Ethics? A) To ensure industry-wide recognition of qualifications B) To advocate for stricter regulations to address workplace safety C) To establish professional standards for integrity, honor, and prestige in the safety profession D) To require certification holders to share knowledge for compensation
C) To establish professional standards for integrity, honor, and prestige in the safety profession
What is the primary goal of an occupational health assessment? a) To diagnose and treat occupational illnesses and injuries b) To determine an employee's fitness for work c) To identify workplace hazards and recommend control measures d) To conduct drug and alcohol testing on employees
C) To identify workplace hazards and recommend control measures
What is the primary goal of using blind qualifications in the initial screening of job applicants? a. To prioritize applicants with specific connections. b. To access the candidate's appearance and physical attributes. c. To minimize bias and focus on qualifications and skills. d. To expedite the hiring process by skipping resume reviews.
C) To minimize bias and focus on qualifications and skills.
