OSHA- 30- Construction

Workplace violence is primarily physical violence

False

Why does working in an uncomfortably cold office increase your risk of developing a CTD in your shoulder, arm, wrist, or hand?

Because it will cause blood flow to shift from your extremities to your core

Who is responsible for organizing fire and emergency drills?

Any of these might be responsible, depending on the size of the organization

Which behavior is an example of working in your comfort zone?

Keeping key objects close to your body

What is the best description on a "neutral posture?"

Keeping your body aligned and balanced and maintaining the natural S-curve of your spine.

Do poor planning and lack of preparedness present a danger in an emergency situation?

Yes

You have decided to fight a small fire in your office. You select the proper fire extinguisher. Before you can start using the extinguisher, you must:

Pull the pin to unlock the extinguisher

Physical defects to a cylinder can lead to a malfunction or dangerous explosion. How can you determine how much cylinder damage dictates that the extinguisher should be removed from service?

Refer to the manufacturer's recommendations

A small fire is burning right in front of the exit from your workplace. You have been trained and your facility EAP authorizes you to use a fire extinguisher. There isn't much smoke, the fire is small and contained, it doesn't appear to be spreading, and you have identified an alternate escape route. You've determined that it is a Class A fire, and you have ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher immediately available. Should you choose to fight this fire?

Yes, it is safe to fight this fire

What must you look for when inspecting the safety pin?

You must confirm the safety pin is intact and the seal is unbroken

What feature of a forklift makes the rear of the vehicle is swing wide on turns?

Pivoting rear axle

What CTD results from prolonged or repetitive flexing of your wrists and causes numbness, tingling, and pain?

Carpal tunnel syndrome

What type of condition does repeated stress on muscles, joints, tendons, and delicate nerve tissues cause?

Cumulative trauma disorder (CTD)

How frequently must an employer evaluate a forklift operator's on-the-job skills and safety practices?

Every three years

Joe's company policy directs him to evacuate during a fire. When he attempts to exit via his assigned route, the stairway is filled with smoke and he can see flames at the bottom. What is the correct action for Joe to take?

Take the alternate escape route

Which of the following are appropriate responses to an emergency alarm?

Follow your facility's emergency response procedures Don't assume its just a drill

If a fire extinguisher's label has multiple letters on it, it indicates that:

The extinguisher satisfies the requirements of both or all of those letter classes

An extinguisher that is labeled 10A:100B:C indicates that:

The extinguishing agents is the equivalent of 12.5 gallons of water on Class A fires

In what situation are you most likely to need to drive a forklift in reverse?

When a load is obstructing your forward vision

Who is ultimately responsible for preparing emergency action and fire prevention plans?

Employers

Do emergency action and fire prevention plans have to be written?

No

What type of forklift accident is most likely to lead to a fatality?

An operator being crushed by a tipped or overturned forklift

What type of inspection involves a thorough examination for physical damage or any condition that may prevent proper operation and will normally reveal if further testing or internal maintenance is required?

Annual inspection

What are the three points of a forklift that make up the stability triangle?

The two front wheels and the pivot point of the back axle

What fire class would combustibles, such as during wood, paper, plastics, or other materials that leaves ashes, be part of?

Class A

What CTD risk factor is associated with resting your wrist on the edge of the desk while typing?

Contact stress

Job-specific training

Forklifts types and environmental hazards present at a worker's job site

When applying ergonomic principles to your office environment, what should you do to avoid injury?

Identify the ergonomic risks associated with tasks you perform on the job.

What might it mean if the safety pin or tamper seal are missing or damaged?

That the extinguisher has been used That the extinguisher has been tampered with That the extinguisher may not work properly

If a fire occurs, always evacuate the area immediately if:

Your facility's emergency action plan does not authorize the use of fire extinguishers You aren't familiar with your facility's emergency place policies on who is permitted to fight a fire Your instincts tell you to get out You have not been properly trained to use a fire extinguisher ALL OF THE ABOVE<-

You work in a machine shop around fine metal shavings. What is the most effective type of fire extinguisher to have near-by?

Class D, dry chemical specialty powder

poor planning or lack of preparedness is only a danger in fire emergencies

False

Which of the following is an example of static loading?

Holding a phone during a lengthy phone conversation

What is the safest position for your forklift when you are carrying a load up a ramp onto a trailer?

Driving forward, forks lowered as much as possible, load pointed upgrading

How often should a certified fire protection company perform an internal maintenance inspection of the fire extinguisher in your workplace?

Every 5, 6, or 12 years on the type of extinguisher

True or False: You do not need to use a fire extinguisher if your facility is equipped with automatic sprinklers, standpipes, and hoses.

False

Which of the following statements is true?

Fire extinguisher must be in locations that are never blocked or hidden, readily accessible immediately available , and along a normal travel path

Which fire extinguisher would be most effective when fighting a fire where wood, paper, and flammable liquids and burning?

Foam or ABC dry chemical

Which of the following components must be present for a fire to ignite and continue burning?

Fuel, oxygen, ignition source, and a chemical chain reaction

What part of a fire extinguisher indicates that the pressure might be low, and therefore keep the fire extinguisher from properly discharging?

Gauge

Depending on the emergency, for example fire, what is often the best response?

Get out of the building using emergency exists and their access ways.

In what area of your back are you most likely to feel pain that results from sitting in one position for too long without adequate back support or with poor posture?

Lumbar area

During your monthly fire extinguisher inspection, you discover the gauge on once of the fire extinguish indicates adequate pressure, through there are signs that the extinguishers has been discharged or used. As a best practice, what should you do?

Remove it from service and service or replace it

Once you complete a monthly fire extinguisher inspection, what should you do before reporting any issues to your employer?

Remove the extinguisher from service if the operating condition is questionable Initial the inspection tag or sticker Record your completed inspection

When should your employer review emergency actin and fire prevention plans with you?

When plans are initially developed or changed At the time of your initial assignment When your responsibilities under the plan change

What is the most appropriate response to initial CTD warning signs?

Apply ergonomic best practices

Fuel, heat, and oxygen complete the fire tetrahedron.

False

Basic Operations

Hands-on training regarding how to start, stop, and turn the forklift and raise and lower the load

What individual or company is responsible for certifying that a worker is qualified to drive a forklift?

The workers employer

Toxic gases are the most serious of fires

True

Which of the following are factors you must consider before choosing to fight a fire?

Your facility's EAP fire fighting policies, the fire fighting available to you, the quality of the air where the fire is burning, the size of the fire, and where the exit is located

What is the only way to confirm that an extinguisher is in proper working order and will operate reliably in an emergency?

Inspect it monthly

An exit discharge must be:

Kept clear of parked vehicles or stored materials or structures

Before deciding to fight a fire, what should you always do?

Rescue or assist anyone in danger Sound the fire alarm Ensure that the fire extinguisher available to you will adequately fight the fire YOU SHOULD DO ALL OF THE ABOVE

Which of the following statements regarding fire extinguisher size and discharge times is true?

The volume of agent discharged from a smaller fire extinguisher will be less than that expelled by a larger extinguisher

Ergonomics is the applied science of designing environments so what can happen?

People and the things they use can interact most efficiently and safely.

How are emergency exit doors equipped?

They are unlocked from the inside to accommodate the unrestricted flow of traffic They are free of devices or alarms that could restrict the use of the exit if they fail to work

Which of the following should you do after extinguishing a fire?

Notify the appropriate individual or department responsible for fire extinguisher maintenance

Dangers from natural disasters include drowning, collapsing structures, and flying debris.

True

Safety Awareness

Equipment overview, potential hazards, and safety regualtions

The fire tetrahedron consists of:

Oxygen, heat, fuel, and a chemical chain reaction

A toxic chemical release can produce toxic gases, contamination, explosions, and possibly, fire.

True

What is another name for a forklift?

Powered industrial truck

Of the primary dangers of fire, which is the most serious?

Toxic gases

Which of the following topics would not be included in forklift safety awareness training?

Fork raising and lowering skills

What fire class would burning metals, such as titanium or steel, be part of?

Class D

What office activity is most likely to cause trigger finger?

Repetitively using a manual stapler

Refresher training

Specific performance issues or equipment/environmental changes

What is one of the most common fuel sources in the workplace

Clutter

What forklift component keeps the load from falling toward the operator?

Backrest

What is the safest position for your forklift when you are driving down a ramp with an empty forklift?

Driving forward, forks lowered and pointed downgrade

What is the first step in a monthly fire extinguisher inspection?

Confirm location and access

If you have been trained to perform critical plant operations during evacuation, where will you find the details and contact information for individuals you can call for further information on or explantation of your duties

Emergency action plan

Which of the following is not an environmental hazard when operating a forklift?

Spotter