Introduction to OSHA

Open Ended

How do OSHA standards contribute to workplace safety and health?

Multiple Choice

Why is OSHA important for workers in the construction industry?

• It ensures a safe and healthful workplace.

• It increases workers' salaries.

• It provides free meals to workers.

• It manages construction project timelines.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a field covered by OSHA according to the OSH Act?

• Manufacturing

• Construction

• Retail

• Law

Open Ended

Explain the main mission of OSHA and how it impacts both employers and workers in the workplace.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of industries covered by OSHA's general industry standards?

• Manufacturing

• Service sector

• Health care

• Agriculture

Open Ended

Describe how OSHA standards help protect employees from workplace hazards. Give at least two examples of these protections.

Multiple Choice

According to OSHA, what is one of the employer's responsibilities under the Act?

• Providing free transportation

• Providing and paying for PPE

• Offering free meals

• Providing housing

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an employer responsibility under OSHA standards?

• Providing and paying for PPE

• Posting OSHA citations and abatement notices

• Keeping records of illnesses and injuries

• Citing workers for violations

Multiple Choice

According to OSHA, who is responsible for the safety and health conditions in the workplace?

• The workers

• The employers

• OSHA inspectors

• The government

Open Ended

List three rights that workers have under OSHA standards.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are steps in the OSHA inspection process?

• Opening conference

• Walkthrough

• Closing conference with the employer

• Filing a complaint

Multiple Choice

What is the recommended first action to take when you identify a safety hazard in the workplace?

• Contact OSHA directly

• Contact your team leader, supervisor, manager, or safety committee

• File a report online

• Ignore the hazard

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions will most likely result in an OSHA inspection at the worksite?

• Filing an unsigned complaint over the phone

• Submitting a written, signed complaint to the OSHA office

• Filing a complaint online

• Reporting a non-serious hazard

Multiple Choice

What is the recommended first step when you want to report a safety hazard in your workplace?

• Contact OSHA directly

• Contact your team leader, supervisor, or safety committee

• File a report online

• Call the police

Open Ended

Explain the process and timeline for filing a complaint if you believe you have been discriminated against for exercising your workplace safety rights.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are employers allowed to use, as long as they do not discourage employees from reporting injuries or illnesses?

• Appropriate disciplinary programs

• Incentive programs

• Drug-testing programs

• Programs that discourage reporting

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are resources you can access outside of your workplace for safety and health information?

• Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

• Employee orientation manuals

• NIOSH Website

• Your employer or supervisor

Open Ended

Explain why it is important for workers to have access to resources such as OSHA, NIOSH, and safety data sheets (SDSs) in the workplace.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are resources available to workers for finding information about safety or health issues in the workplace?

• Safety data sheets (SDSs)

• Labels and warning signs

• NIOSH

• Health care providers

• OSHA

Multiple Choice

What is OSHA’s mission?

• To have personnel in every workplace in the nation

• To save lives, prevent injuries, and protect the health of America’s workers

• To ensure all worker compensation claims are paid

Multiple Choice

Alicia has filed a complaint regarding a serious hazard that could result in a fatality or serious injury. How will OSHA most likely respond?

• Conduct a worksite inspection

• Contact the employer by phone, fax, or email

Open Ended

Reflecting on the learning objectives, what aspect of OSHA do you find most important for worker safety, and why?

Multiple Choice

What is one of the main objectives of OSHA in the workplace?

• To provide a safe and healthful workplace for workers

• To increase company profits

• To reduce the number of employees

• To promote competition among workers