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OSHA 10 Final Exam Review

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 51mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the mission of OSHA?

a)

To ensure safe and healthful working conditions by setting and enforcing standards

b)

To provide financial assistance to unemployed workers

c)

To regulate international trade policies

d)

To oversee the education system in the United States

2.

What should be done to ensure ladder safety?

a)

Ensure the ladder is on stable ground

b)

Use a ladder that is too short

c)

Overreach while on the ladder

d)

Ignore the ladder's weight limit

3.

Identify the elements of a Fire Protection Plan.

a)

Fire detection systems, fire suppression systems, and emergency evacuation procedures

b)

Fire detection systems, water supply systems, and electrical wiring

c)

Fire suppression systems, emergency lighting, and building design

d)

Emergency evacuation procedures, building design, and electrical wiring

4.

Under what conditions might shelter-in-place be necessary in an emergency situation?

a)

During a chemical spill

b)

When there is a fire

c)

In case of a flood

d)

During a power outage

5.

Why is it important to understand the risks and hazards associated with fires?

a)

It prevents accidents from occurring in the first place

b)

It makes it easier to keep workers in good physical fitness

c)

Employers don't have to pay hazard fees

6.

Your co-worker Boston is about to place a plug into a wall receptacle with his hand on the plug. Should you stop Boston?

a)

Yes, because you should never place your hand on the plug while you plug it into a wall receptacle.

b)

Yes, because you should always plug it into an extension cord, not a wall receptacle.

c)

No, Boston is using a safe method of plugging in the cord.

7.

What are the major electrical hazards that can cause injury or death?

a)

Electrocution, electrical burns, and electrical fires

b)

Only electrical fires

c)

Only electrocution

d)

None of the above

8.

What are the responsibilities of an employer regarding PPE?

a)

Provide PPE to employees

b)

Ensure PPE is used correctly

c)

Maintain PPE in good condition

d)

Ignore PPE requirements

9.

What type of eye protection should be used to prevent injuries from flying particles?

a)

Eye protection such as safety goggles or face shields should be used to prevent injuries from flying particles.

b)

Regular eyeglasses are sufficient to prevent injuries from flying particles.

c)

No eye protection is needed when dealing with flying particles.

d)

A simple cloth mask can prevent injuries from flying particles.

10.

Which class of hard hat provides protection up to 20,000 volts?

a)

Class A

b)

Class B

c)

Class C

d)

Class D

11.

What should you use to protect your feet from falling objects and hazardous liquids?

a)

Steel-toed boots

b)

Sandals

c)

Sneakers

d)

Barefoot

12.

Identify types of material handling equipment.

a)

Forklifts, Cranes, Slings

b)

Conveyor Belts, Pallet Jacks, Dollies

c)

Excavators, Bulldozers, Backhoes

d)

Drills, Saws, Hammers

13.

What is the most common injury when working with machines?

a)

Cuts

b)

Amputations

c)

Bruises

d)

Burns

14.

The following are main responsibilities of someone under OSHA's standards: monitor hazards, keep records or workplace injuries and illnesses, and provide specific equipment, such as PPE. Whose responsibilities are these?

a)

you, the worker

b)

your co-workers

c)

your employer

d)

the government

15.

You work for a company as one of their cleaning staff. Since you are working with a new cleaning product, you've begun to realize you have headaches and blurry vision by the end of your shifts. Do OSHA regulations give you the right to access your exposure records?

a)

Yes

b)

No

16.

Your co-worker Alayna thinks your employer punished her by excluding her from a prize drawing after she was injured at work, even though she followed all work-site safety rules. How long does Alayna have to file the complaint with OSHA?

a)

3 days

b)

10 days

c)

15 days

d)

30 days

17.

If a fixed ladder extends more than 24 feet, who is allowed to work on it?

a)

Supervisors on a job site

b)

Senior workers on a job site

c)

Any worker, as long as they have been given proper orientation and PPE

d)

Qualified climbers with additional training

18.

What is a barrier along the open sides of stairways and platforms that prevents falling called?

a)

Guardrail

b)

Banister

c)

Top Rail

d)

Toeboard

19.

Your worksite has a stairwell, without a section of railing. Whose responsibility is it to make this area free from a fall hazard?

a)

you, the worker

b)

your co-workers

c)

your employer

d)

the government

20.

Does an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), only contain information on what happens during an emergency?

a)

Yes

b)

No

21.

Why is it important to understand the risks and hazards associated with fires?

a)

It prevents accidents from occurring in the first place

b)

It makes it easier to keep workers in good physical fitness

c)

Employers don't have to pay hazard fees

22.

What determines what type of extinguisher to use on a fire?

a)

The type of fire

b)

What is available on the worksite

c)

How many employees are near the fire

d)

How much smoke is in the air

23.

Your co-worker in Boston is about to place a plug in a wall receptacle with his hand on the plug. Should you stop Boston?

a)

Yes, because you should never place your hand on the plug while you plug it into a wall receptacle

b)

Yes, because you should always plug it into an extension cord- not a wall receptacle

c)

No. Boston is using a safe method of plugging in the cord.

24.

Yvonne is having an electrician come to her site to work on a piece of machinery. As an employer, what does she need to ensure before the electrician begins to work on the equipment?

a)

lockout and tagout the equipment's electrical circuits

b)

purchase liability insurance for the equipment

c)

confiscate the keys to the machinery

d)

install a GFCI or an AEGCP for the equipment's electrical circuits

25.

Some overhead powerlines have a protective covering that protects them from exposure to the elements. Does this covering also protect you, the worker, from electrocution?

a)

Yes

b)

No

26.

Valencia will be working around chemicals that can splash and get into her eyes. What type of PPE should she be sure to wear?

a)

steel toed boots

b)

goggles or safety glasses

c)

leather palm gloves

d)

respirator

27.

Micah has just started his first job. Who is responsible for training him on the use of PPE in his workplace?

a)

himself

b)

a co-worker

c)

OSHA

d)

his employer

28.

Under what circumstances is it more likely that you will have hearing damage?

a)

long exposure to low noise levlels

b)

short exposures to low noise levels

c)

long exposures to high noise levels

29.

Employers are required to provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) of all hazardous chemicals for their employees. To support this, the law requires that manufacturers and distributors are responsible for providing SDS. Based on this information, who else would be responsible for providing SDS?

a)

barge captains

b)

pilots

c)

importers

d)

transport supervisors

30.

Chemical manufacturers are required to provide warning labels to anyone who purchases or uses their chemical for work purposes. What else are chemical manufacturers required to provide?

a)

gloves

b)

Safety Data Sheets

c)

keychains

d)

flyers

31.

Howard has worked with a cleaning solution for over a decade that gives off strong fumes. Over time, Howard has developed a cough that won't go away and has become more sensitive to sunlight. What kind of exposure is this considered?

a)

Acute

b)

Chronic

c)

Deadly

d)

No Effect

32.

Your employer has asked you to remove old metal plating from a worksite. The metal plating is heavy and has sharp edges. What PPE should you use? (Select ALL that apply.)

a)

respirator

b)

steel toed boots

c)

gloves

d)

safety glasses

33.

Robert is scheduled to begin working with forklifts in two weeks. He will turn 18 two days before he operates a forklift for the first time. Will Robert be old enough to be a forklift operator?

a)

Yes, you can be a forklift operator at 18

b)

No, you must be 21 before you can operate a forklift

34.

In addition to environmental factors, what determines which type of sling you should use?

a)

the type of crane

b)

where you work

c)

what's available at your worksite

d)

the type of load

35.

Machine movement can be divided into two main categories- one of which is motions. What is the other category?

a)

type

b)

actions

c)

power

36.

One of the main safeguarding methods is using guards. What is the other main safeguarding method?

a)

pictorials

b)

types

c)

devices

d)

levers

37.

When can you use special hand tools instead of guards to avoid the point of operation on a machine?

a)

You can never use special hand tools as a substitute for guards.

b)

You can always use special hand tools as a substitute for guards.

c)

You can only use special hand tools in certain cases as a substitute for guards.

38.

Training is considered what type of control?

a)

PPE

b)

Engineering

c)

Administrative

39.

A musculoskeletal disorder is an injury of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, etc., that can be caused or aggravated by work tasks, such as lifting or pushing. Which of the following is another example of a work task that could lead to the development of a musculoskeletal disorder?

a)

pulling

b)

sitting in a neutral posture

c)

keeping your muscles relaxed

d)

drinking plenty of water

40.

You're working at a job site that has puddles of water all around it. Could the water be a source of biological hazards?

a)

Yes

b)

No

41.

Which of these is a method by which a bloodborne pathogen can be transmitted?

a)

skin injury

b)

dry skin contact

c)

blunt force trauma

d)

bruising

42.

An important purpose of OSHA is to ____.

a)
promote unhealthy work environments
b)
ignore workplace safety
c)
encourage workplace accidents
d)
ensure workplace safety and health
43.

Mani has accidentally stuck himself with a needle on a used syringe. The first thing he did was to immediately wash the area with soap and water. Did Mani do the right thing?

a)

Yes, you should immediately wash the area around a sharps injury with soap and water.

b)

No, you should immediately report the injury before washing the area.

c)

No, you should have the blood tested before washing it away.

d)

No, you should blot the area with dry tissue before washing.

44.

Your employer is required to provide you with a vaccine if you may have been exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Which vaccine is this?

a)

IPV

b)

Hepatitis B

c)

Varicella

d)

dTap

45.

Imura lifts a box by bending at the knees, then slowly standing up and holding the box away from her body. Is this an effective and safe lifting technique?

a)

Yes, because she bent at the knees.

b)

Yes, because she held the box away from her body.

c)

No, because she bent at the knees.

d)

No, because she held the box away from her body.

46.

How can you reduce the likelihood of being injured? (Select ALL that apply.)

a)

Use tools to reduce the need to perform repetitive actions

b)

Use ergonomic props

c)

Take breaks

d)

Use low vibration tools

e)

Rotate through tasks

47.

A good posture is one that places the least amount of _____ on the muscles and joints.

a)

flexibility

b)

pressure

c)

pain

d)

stress

48.

Janel's car runs out of gas in the middle of a busy highway. Which of the four main causes of accidents is involved in this situation?

a)

driver

b)

vehicle

c)

weather conditions

d)

roadway

49.

You heard something shift and fall onto the floorboard in the back of your vehicle, so you turn to see what it is. Which type of distraction is this?

a)

Visual

b)

Auditory

c)

Biomechanical/ Manual

d)

Cognitive

50.

You're driving across the country on a roadtrip. How often should you take breaks- at a minimum?

a)

Every 30 minutes

b)

Every hour

c)

Every 2 hours

d)

Every 4 hours

51.

Who could be a victim of workplace violence? (Select ALL that apply.)

a)

construction workers

b)

retail workers

c)

line cooks

d)

auto mechanics

52.

Employers can get involved in preventing workplace violence. Who else can help prevent workplace violence?

a)

clients

b)

perpetrators

c)

employees

53.

Falyn has noticed that one of the people in her store has remained in the same area for twenty minutes, isn't looking at the merchandise, and keeps reaching in his pocket, which makes her think this customer has the potential to become violent. Who should she talk to about this?

a)

the customer in question

b)

her co-workers

c)

her supervisor

d)

no one

54.

Absenteeism and decreased productivity are both indirect costs for workplace accidents. Which of the following is considered another indirect cost?

a)

fees

b)

lawsuits

c)

poor customer relationships

55.

Successful safety and health programs involve incident investigations and reviews of controls. What else do safety and health programs involve?

a)

regular inspections

b)

lack of documentation

c)

no control methods

56.

Employers can prevent or control workplace hazards by developing emergency plans and evaluating the effectiveness of existing controls. In addition to these actions and the steps in the hierarchy of controls, what should an employer do to prevent or control workplace hazards?

a)

use a hazard control plan

b)

hire an effective lawyer to protect the facility

c)

allow workers to directly interact with the hazard

57.

The primary purpose of OSHA is to:

a)

Collect fines from employers

b)

Set and enforce workplace safety standards

c)

Provide insurance to injured workers

d)

Regulate international trade

58.

When must employers provide PPE to workers?

a)

Only if workers request it

b)

Whenever hazards cannot be eliminated or controlled through engineering or administrative controls

c)

Only for new employees

d)

Once a year

59.

Which hazard communication element uses pictograms to convey information?

a)

MSDS, or Material Safety Data Sheet

b)

SDS, or Safety Data Sheet

c)

GHS Labeling, or the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals

d)

Lockout/Tagout

60.

The term “lockout” in lockout/tagout means:

a)

Removing workers from a hazardous area

b)

Physically locking a machine’s energy source in the off position

c)

Tagging equipment for maintenance

d)

Shutting off lights

61.

A fire classified as Class C involves:

a)

Flammable liquids

b)

Ordinary combustibles

c)

Electrical equipment

d)

Metals

62.

When using a portable ladder, the base should be set out:

a)

1 foot for every 2 feet of ladder height

b)

1 foot for every 4 feet of ladder height

c)

2 feet for every 8 feet of ladder height

d)

Flat against the wall

63.

Which document lists a chemical’s hazards and safe handling procedures?

a)

PPE log

b)

Incident report

c)

Safety Data Sheet

d)

Safety Manual

64.

Which type of hazard includes repetitive motion and awkward postures?

a)

Physical

b)

Chemical

c)

Ergonomic

d)

Biological

65.

OSHA requires that injury and illness records be kept for:

a)

3 years

b)

5 years

c)

10 years

d)

1 year

66.

What is the minimum height at which fall protection is generally required in General Industry?

a)

2 ft

b)

4 ft

c)

6 ft

d)

8 ft

67.

Which of the following is NOT a form of personal protective equipment?

a)

Hard hat

b)

Safety harness

c)

Safety glasses

d)

Air ventilation system

68.

Who is responsible for providing a safe and healthful workplace?

a)

OSHA inspectors

b)

The employer

c)

The employees

d)

Local fire department

69.

The best method to control a hazard is:

a)

PPE

b)

Administrative controls

c)

Engineering controls

d)

Job rotation

70.

If you see a “Danger” sign, it means:

a)

Immediate hazard that will cause death or serious injury

b)

General precaution

c)

Possible minor injury

d)

Company policy reminder

71.

Which OSHA program protects workers from retaliation for reporting safety concerns?

a)

Whistleblower Protection Program

b)

Employee Rights Act

c)

Hazard Pay Law

d)

Incident Prevention Program

72.

The “Right to Know” rule refers to:

a)

Your right to know your wages

b)

Your right to know about workplace hazards and chemicals

c)

Your right to know your supervisor’s salary

d)

Your right to know when you will be promoted

73.

A near miss is:

a)

An incident where no one was injured, but could have been

b)

An unimportant event

c)

A minor accident

d)

A hazard that has already been fixed

74.

Which class of hard hat provides protection from high voltage electrical hazards?

a)

Class A

b)

Class B

c)

Class C

d)

Class D

75.

What is the primary purpose of machine guarding?

a)

To make the machine look professional

b)

To protect workers from moving parts

c)

To prevent theft

d)

To reduce noise

76.

If you suspect carbon monoxide exposure, you should:

a)

Continue working until a supervisor arrives

b)

Leave the area immediately and get fresh air

c)

Drink water

d)

Remove your PPE

77.

Which of the following is a biological hazard?

a)

Loud noise

b)

Viruses

c)

Hot surfaces

d)

Moving machinery

78.

The OSHA poster “Job Safety and Health – It’s the Law” must be:

a)

Mailed to OSHA annually

b)

Displayed in a prominent workplace location

c)

Included in the employee handbook only

d)

Sent to all employees by email

79.

Which type of extinguisher is used for combustible metals?

a)

Class A

b)

Class B

c)

Class D

d)

Class K

80.

An example of an engineering control is:

a)

Training

b)

Wearing gloves

c)

Installing ventilation systems

d)

Posting warning signs

81.

What is the purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?

a)

To evaluate worker performance

b)

To identify hazards before they cause harm

c)

To determine wage rates

d)

To schedule shifts

82.

If PPE becomes damaged during use, you should:

a)

Continue working until the shift ends

b)

Repair it with tape

c)

Replace it immediately

d)

Give it to a co-worker

83.

Which of the following is a form of administrative control?

a)

Installing guardrails

b)

Changing work schedules to limit exposure

c)

Using earplugs

d)

Replacing a noisy machine with a quieter one

84.

OSHA’s mission includes all of the following EXCEPT:

a)

Assisting employers and employees with compliance

b)

Setting and enforcing standards

c)

Providing medical care to injured workers

d)

Providing training, outreach, and education

85.

Which hazard class is represented by a flame pictogram under GHS (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals)?

a)

Oxidizers

b)

Flammables

c)

Corrosives

d)

Gases under pressure

86.

When should you report a workplace injury?

a)

At the end of the week

b)

Immediately after it occurs

c)

Only if medical treatment is needed

d)

Only if OSHA requests it

87.

The OSHA standard for exit routes requires that:

a)

Exit doors must open toward the inside

b)

Exit routes must be unobstructed and clearly marked

c)

Exit routes must be used only during fire drills

d)

Exit routes can be locked from the outside

88.

In a hazard control hierarchy, PPE is considered:

a)

The most effective control

b)

The least effective control

c)

Equal to engineering controls

d)

Optional for trained workers

89.

Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard?

a)

Fumes

b)

Excessive noise

c)

Viruses

d)

Poor posture

90.

Which fire extinguisher is best for cooking oil and grease fires?

a)

Class A

b)

Class B

c)

Class K

d)

Class D

91.

Which OSHA form is used to record work-related injuries and illnesses?

a)

OSHA 200

b)

OSHA 300

c)

OSHA 500

d)

OSHA 600

92.

The main reason to conduct regular safety inspections is to:

a)

Satisfy OSHA

b)

Identify and correct hazards before accidents happen

c)

Train new employees

d)

Reduce insurance rates

93.

An unguarded floor opening must be protected by:

a)

Yellow caution tape

b)

A warning sign only

c)

A standard railing or cover

d)

A rope barrier

94.

Which of the following is considered an engineering control for noise hazards?

a)

Rotating employees between noisy and quiet jobs

b)

Installing noise-dampening equipment

c)

Requiring workers to wear earplugs

d)

Training workers about hearing loss

95.

In OSHA terms, a “competent person” is someone who:

a)

Can recognize hazards and has the authority to correct them

b)

Has worked for the company for at least 5 years

c)

Holds a safety degree

d)

Is an OSHA inspector

96.

How often should fire extinguishers be inspected visually?

a)

Monthly

b)

Quarterly

c)

Every 6 months

d)

Annually

97.

Which of the following is a requirement for storing flammable liquids?

a)

Store them in any available cabinet

b)

Store them in a well-ventilated flammable liquid storage cabinet

c)

Store them near electrical panels for easy access

d)

Store them in the break room

98.

Which of the following is an example of a workplace housekeeping practice?

a)

Keeping aisles clear of clutter

b)

Posting evacuation routes

c)

Wearing a hard hat

d)

Installing machine guards

99.

The term “material handling” refers to:

a)

Writing chemical safety procedures

b)

Moving, storing, and controlling materials

c)

Lifting weights at the gym

d)

Cleaning equipment after use

100.

Which hazard is most likely to cause slips, trips, and falls?

a)

Loud noise

b)

Poor lighting and wet floors

c)

Repetitive motion

d)

Welding fumes