Industrial Safety OSHA 10 Pretest Quizlet

Who is responsible for training workers on the use of PPE?

Employer

Whose responsibility is it to provide direction on correct ladder usage?

Employers

What should you consider when choosing the type of head protection you use?

The hazards you expect to encounter

Why would sheltering in place under one of these desks be a poor choice in the event of a tornado?

There are windows nearby

Are all types of respirators the same?

no

Are chemical hazards always visible?

no

Which of the following are considered indirect costs for workplace accidents?

Absenteeism, Fees, and Lawsuits

Lee needs to move a large box of packing material across his warehouse. It weighs 7 pounds, but is so tall that he would not be able to see his feet. What should he do in this situation?

Ask for assistance in case he trips

What are the different types of guards?

Fixed, Interlocked, Adjustable, and Self-adjusting

Car crashes in the United States result in high costs. In what areas do these high costs occur?

Money and Human Lives

Which of the following factors put you at risk for injury?

Repetitive motions, Prolonged exposure to vibration, Long periods of localized pressure

What information does an SDS contain?

Safety precautions for handling, storing, and transporting the chemical, Protective measures, The physical and environmental health hazards, and Properties of a chemical

Which types of safety protocols should you follow to ensure your safety in the workplace?

Confined Spaces, Lockout/Tagout, Hazardous materials, and Forklifts

This is the reflex response that occurs when electrical current passes through the human body.

Electrical shock

Which of the following are rights that workers have under OSHA?

A safe and healthful workplace, Knowledge of hazardous workplace conditions, Information on any injuries or illnesses in your workplace, and Training as provided in the OSHA standards

Which of the following is true about slings?

A sling is what is used to connect a load to a crane hook. Slings should be inspected before each use.

Which of the following workers could be a victim of workplace violence?

Auto mechanics, Line cooks, Retail workers, and Construction workers

What are the types of hazards defined by industrial hygiene?

Chemical, Physical, Biological, and Ergonomic

Which one of the following is true about employer responsibility in providing fall protection to workers?

Employers have flexibility in choosing a fall protection system they believe will work best in a situation.

True or false: An EAP only contains information on what happens during an emergency.

False

Which of the following machine parts always require guards?

Fan blades, Rotating barrels, and Abrasive wheel machinery

Electrical circuits must be locked-out/tagged-out before electricians work on any equipment. Is this true or false?

True

In addition to the steps in the hierarchy of controls, what should an employer to do prevent or control workplace hazards?

Use a hazard control plan, Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls, and Develop emergency plans

Which of the following tactics can reduce the likelihood of injury?

Use tools to reduce the need to perform repetitive actions, Use low vibration tools, Use ergonomic props, Rotating tasks, and Taking breaks

Howard has a chemical burn from accidentally spilling a strong basic cleaning solution onto his arm. It causes a small burn mark that goes away after a few weeks. He has no other symptoms. What kind of exposure is this considered?

acute