Personal & Occupational Health Safety Part 1

What is the difference between Material Safety Data Sheets and Safety Data Sheets?

• Safety Data Sheets do not include protective measures

• Safety Data Sheets do not include health effects

• Safety Data Sheets must have 16 user-friendly sections

• There are no differences

In which year was the Occupational Safety and Health Administration established?

• 1971

• 1982

• 1999

• 2011

Which of the following is NOT an example of a direct cost of workplace injuries?

• Medical expenses

• Workers’ compensation payments

• Cost for legal services

• Lost productivity

Which of the following is covered in Part 1926 Subpart J of OSHA standards?

• Electrical wiring methods

• Asbestos

• Fire prevention

• Hearing protection

Which of the following is NOT a true statement?

• Under OSHA law employers must provide employees with a workplace which does not contain serious hazards

• OSHA’s General Duty Clause states each employee must follow occupational safety and health standards

• The Occupational Safety and Health Act was established in 1970

• Under OSHA law, employees must provide their own personal protective equipment

Which of the following is a true statement?

• Anticipation can be accomplished by knowing the history of the work involved

• Recognition includes identifying personal protective equipment

• Evaluation includes safe working practices

• Control includes environmental monitoring

Which of the following is the first preference in the hierarchy control?

• Administrative

• Personal protective equipment

• Elimination of hazard

• Engineering

Which of the following is a suggested tip for chemical hazards?

• Guarding exposed parts

• Drinking plenty of fluids

• Being aware of footing

• Knowing compatible and incompatible substances

Which of the following is a biological hazard?

• Dust

• Fibers

• Mold

• Noise

Which of the following is NOT a top potential hazard on the job site?

• Repetitive motion injuries

• Scaffolding collapse

• Rigging

• Electric shock