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c. risk

A measure of the probability, consequences, and exposure related to an event is referred to as a. safety b. evaluation c. risk d. hazard

c. inadequate lighting in a stairway

An example of an unsafe condition on a job site is a. using illegal drugs b. failure to wear proper PPE, Personal protective equipment c. inadequate lighting in a stairway d. lifting improperly

a. incident

Anything that could have caused an injury or damage, but did not because it was caught in time, is referred to as an a. incident b. accident c. injury d. intentional act

b. flashback

Charred sections of a welding hose close to the torch may be caused by a. slag b. flashback c. flare-up d. flash burn

a. turnover

Companies with strong safety cultures usually have lower a. turnover b. productivity c. wages d. morale

c. two to seven times that of

Compared to direct costs (medical bills) resulting from an accident, studies have shown that indirect costs are ____direct costs. a. roughly equal to b. half as much as c. two to seven times that of d. almost eighty percent of

b. 8

Employers are required to report fatalities and catastrophes to OSHA within______hours. a. 4 b. 8 c. 12 d. 24

b. between your shoulder blades

The D-ring or support point on a safety harness should be placed a. in the middle of your back b. between your shoulder blades c. around your waist d. over your rib cage

a. job safety analysis

The activity that consists of breaking a job into its component tasks and then analyzing each step for potential hazards is called a a. job safety analysis b. hazardous incident simulation c. safety breakdown structure d. safety pre-assessment

b. MSDS, Material safety data sheet

The first-aid procedure to treat a co-worker who has been splattered with muriatic acid is found in the a. OSHA standards b. MSDS c. health insurance benefits manual d. employee policies manual

c. fourth

The highest safe standing level on an extension ladder is the _____ rung from the top. a. second b. third c. fourth d. fifth

b. prevent accidents

The major goal of good housekeeping at a work site is to a. attract new business b. prevent accidents c. decrease energy use d. halt the spread of disease

d. protect the worker from rotating parts

The primary purpose of a machine guard on a tool is to a. prevent theft b. protect the tool from damage c. reduce insurance rates d. protect the worker from rotating parts

b. competent

A person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate such hazards is a person. a. qualified b. competent c. proficient d. eligible

c. lockout/tagout

A system that protects workers from hazardous energy while they work with machines and equipment is referred to as___ a. a disconnect b. a barricade system c. lockout/tagout d. an energy-neutral system

c. 30-days

A worker who has been discriminated against for asserting his or her OSHA rights has the right to file a complaint within a_____ period. a. 5-days b. 15-days c. 30-days d. 60-days

c. Type C soils

Benching systems cannot be used in a. Type A soils b. Type B soils c. Type C soils d. solid rock

c. medical records

CFR 1926 protects a worker's rights by requiring employers to maintain the job. a. annual performance reviews b. OSHA Form 300s c. medical records d. health insurance claims

b. The general duty clause

If a Code of Federal Regulations Standard does not specifically address a workplace hazard, which of the following must be invoked? a. The Workplace Safety and Insurance Act b. The general duty clause c. The Code of Construction Safety d. The Worker's Safety Act of 1984

c. use a signaler to direct you

If you are backing a vehicle and your rear vision is blocked, you should a. move slowly and sound your horn repeatedly b. remove your seat belt, turn around, and back up slowly c. use a signaler to direct you d. get out of the vehicle, check the space behind you, and then carefully back up

d. protect the health of Americans while at their jobs

One aspect of the mission of OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration is to a. provide legal representation for injured workers b. provide services for families of workers who were killed in jobsite accidents c. underwrite health insurance benefits for American workers d. protect the health of Americans while at their jobs

b. Three-wire

One of the most common grounding systems used for protection against accidental electrical shock is the ____ system. a. Two-wire b. Three-wire c. Four-wire d. Five-wire

b. unsafe conditions

Poor housekeeping, excessive noise, and inadequate guards for moving parts are examples of a. acceptable risks b. unsafe conditions c. unavoidable hazards d. unsafe acts

c. mesothelioma

Prolonged exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer, asbestosis, and a. emphysema b. black lung c. mesothelioma d. pneumonia

a. is a learned behavior and attitude

Safety____ a. is a learned behavior and attitude b. comes naturally to most individuals c. primarily depends on workers in the field d. does not normally need to be trained

c. Type C

To prevent cave-ins when excavating, treat all soil as if it is____, unless proven otherwise a. Type A b. Type B c. Type C d. solid rock

d. soap and water

To prevent ear infections, clean your earplugs regularly with a. alcohol b. a soft cloth c. mineral spirits d. soap and water

b. trap air in the glove, squeeze, and check for weaknesses, thin areas, and small air leaks

To test the integrity of rubber-insulated gloves, a. use a multi-tester and measure resistance from the thumb tip to the glove's gauntlet b. trap air in the glove, squeeze, and check for weaknesses, thin areas, and small air leaks c. in a darkened area, shine a flashlight into the glove and check for light leakage d. measure the length of each finger and ensure that each has stretched no more than 10%

b. Wear a reflective or high-visibility vest

What is the best way to protect yourself when working near moving vehicles and equipment? a. Set up reflective flags around your work area. b. Wear a reflective or high-visibility vest. c. Ensure that a qualified person is on the job site. d. Have a signaler direct your movements.

b. a safety culture is created

When everyone in the company understands the value of a safe work environment, a. the experience modification rate increases b. a safety culture is created c. labor costs increase d. productivity declines

b. No. 4

When gas welding or burning, welders are required to wear tinted goggles or welding hoods with a filter lens of not less than a_____ shade. a. No. 2 b. No. 4 c. No. 8 d. No. 10

c. Toeboards, debris nets, or canopies

When performing overhead work on scaffolding, what protective measures must be taken to prevent falling objects from striking a person below? a. Fall arrest system b. Alarm systems c. Toeboards, debris nets, or canopies d. Warning tags on the scaffold

b. 3 feet

When stepping off a ladder onto a platform or roof, the top of the ladder should extend above the point where the ladder touches the platform or roof by at least a. 2 feet b. 3 feet c. 4 feet d. 5 feet

a. Green

When welding, what color is the oxygen hose? a. Green b. Red c. Yellow d. Gray

b. How to contact the manufacturer of the substance

Which of the following data is included on a material safety data sheet for a hazardous shipment? a. Net weight criteria for packaging the container b. How to contact the manufacturer of the substance c. Manufacturer's recommended product substitutes d. Expiration date of the substance

a. Heat stroke

Which of the following is life threatening? a. Heat stroke b. Heat cramps c. Frostbite d. Heavy sweating

a. MSDS, Material safety data sheet

Which of the following must be included with every shipment of a hazardous substance and made available to workers on the job site? a. MSDS, Material safety data sheet b. PPE, Personal protective equipment c. SCBA, self-contained breathing apparatus d. ANSI standards, American National Standards Institute

b. full facepiece mask with chemical canisters

Which of the following will NOT protect against brief exposure to dangerous gases or fumes? a. supplied air mask b. full facepiece mask with chemical canisters c. half mask or mouthpiece with a mechanical filter d. self-contained breathing apparatus

b. GFCI, Ground fault circuit interrupter

With every power tool, use an assured ground program or a. safety switch b. GFCI, Ground fault circuit interrupter c. approved concealed receptacle d. power strip

d. competent person

Your personal fall arrest system should be inspected monthly by a(n)_____ a. OSHA safety inspector b. state safety inspector c. project manager d. competent person