mod, 1. Basic Safety Review Sheet
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 _____.
3 feet
A worker who has been discriminated against for asserting his or her OSHA rights has the right to file a complaint within a _____ period.
30 day
When stacking material such as bricks or block, do not stack materials beyond a __
4:1 height-to-base-ratio
Employers are required to report fatalities and catastrophes to OSHA within _____ hour
8
A good general rule about hearing protection is that it should be used if you raise your voice for someone to hear you when they are A. 2ft away B. 3ft away C. 5ft away D. 8ft away
A
Safety _____. A) is a learned behavior and attitude B) primarily depends on workers in the field C) does not normally need to be trained D) comes naturally to most individuals
A
To prevent cave-ins when excavating, treat all soil as if it is _____ , unless proven otherwise. A) Type C B) Type B C) Type A D) solid rock
A
To protect against brief exposure to dangerous gases or fumes, use a _____. A) full facepiece mask with chemical canisters B) supplied air mask C) half mask or mouthpiece with a mechanical filter D) self-contained breathing apparatus
A
Which of the following is life threatening? A) Heat stroke B) Heat cramps C) Frostbite D) Heavy sweating
A
Hard hats should be made of ___
reinforced plastic
A measure of the probability, consequences, and exposure related to an event is referred to as _____?
risk
when other workers are working near a welding operation, the standard practice is to___
screen the work area with welding shields
To test the integrity of rubber-insulated gloves, _____.
trap air in the glove, squeeze, and check for weaknesses, thin areas, and small air leaks
If you are backing a vehicle and your rear vision is blocked, you should _____.
use a signaler to direct you
Compared to direct costs (medical bills) resulting from an accident, studies have shown that indirect costs are _____ direct costs. A) almost eighty percent of B) half as much as C) roughly equal to D) two to seven times that of
D
In a lockout/tagout situation, a personal lock and tag must be removed by__ A. a supervisor B. a competent person C. a qualified person D. the person who applied them
D
One of the most common grounding systems used for protection against accidental electrical shock is the _____ system. A) Four-wire B) Two-wire C) Five-wire D) Three-wire
D
To prevent ear infections, clean your earplugs regularly with _____. A) alcohol B) mineral spirits C) a soft cloth D) soap and water
D
With every power tool, use an assured ground program or _____.
GFCI
The first-aid procedure to treat a co-worker who has been splattered with muriatic acid is found in the __
MSDS
Which of the following must be included with every shipment of a hazardous substance and made available to workers on the job site?
MSDS
A system that protects workers from hazardous energy while they work with machines and equipment is referred to as _____
lockout/tagout
CFR 1926 protects a worker's rights by requiring employers to maintain _____ for 30 years after they leave the job.
medical records
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.
no. 4
One source of lead on some job sites is
paint
Lanyards that have no shock-absorbing features are used for__
positioning
The major goal of good housekeeping at a work site is to _____.
prevent accidents
One aspect of the mission of OSHA is to _____.
protect the health of Americans while at their jobs
The primary purpose of a machine guard on a tool is to _____.
protect the worker from rotating parts.
the type of permit that must be issued before a permit-required confined space can be accessed is called an ___
entry permi
The highest safe standing level on an extension ladder is the _____ rung from the top.
fourth
An example of an unsafe condition on a job site is _____.
inadequate lighting in a stairway
Companies with strong safety cultures usually have lower _____. A) productivity B) turnover C) wages D) morale
B
Heat exhaustion differs from heat stroke in that__ A. the body temperature drops by several degrees B. a person is likely to lose consciousness C. the body temperatures rise slightly D. body temperature rises rapidly
B
If a Code of Federal Regulations Standard does not specifically address a workplace hazard, which of the following must be invoked? A) The Code of Construction Safety B) The general duty clause C) The Worker's Safety Act of 1984 D) The Workplace Safety and Insurance Act
B
A polarized electrical receptacle is used for ____ A. all power tools B. three-wire power cords C. double-insulator tools D. plugs with the ground pin cut off
C
Charred sections of a welding hose close to the torch may be caused by _____. A) flash burn B) slag C) flashback D) flare-up
C
The respirator that would be used where dust or solid particles might be inhaled is a __ 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
C
When everyone in the company understands the value of a safe work environment, _____. A) productivity declines B) the experience modification rate increases C) a safety culture is created D) labor costs increase
C
Which of the following data is included on a material safety data sheet for a hazardous shipment?
How to contact the manufacturer of the substance
Anything that could have caused an injury or damage, but did not because it was caught in time, is referred to as an _____.
incident
When performing overhead work on scaffolding, what protective measures must be taken to prevent falling objects from striking a person below?
Toeboards, debris nets, or canopies
What is the best way to protect yourself when working near moving vehicles and equipment?
Wear a reflective or high-visibility vest.
Benching systems cannot be used in _____. A) Type C soils B) Type A soils C) solid rock D) Type B soils
a
Poor housekeeping, excessive noise, and inadequate guards for moving parts are examples of _____. A) unsafe conditions B) acceptable risks C) unavoidable hazards D) unsafe acts
a
When welding, what color is the oxygen hose? A) Green B) Gray C) Yellow D) Red
a
Prolonged exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer, asbestosis, and _____. A) black lung B) mesothelioma C) pneumonia D) emphysema
b
The D-ring or support point on a safety harness should be placed _____.
between your shoulder blades
hepatitis can be caused by contact with__
blood
The activity that consists of breaking a job into its component tasks and then analyzing each step for potential hazards is called a _____. A) safety breakdown structure B) safety pre-assessment C) job safety analysis D) hazardous incident simulation
c
What type of fire extinguisher would be used on an electric motor that has overheated and caught fire___
class c
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.
competent
Your personal fall arrest system should be inspected monthly by a(n) _____.
competent person
