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osha

Total questions: 51

Worksheet time: 25mins

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Date
1.

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

a)

You, the worker

b)

Your co-workers

c)

Your employer

d)

The government

2.

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

a)

Yes

b)

No

3.

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

a)

3 days

b)

10 days

c)

15 days

d)

30 days

4.

Which type of fall hazard is present in this video? Watch the following video, and then select the best answer.

a)

Scaffolds

b)

Unsafe ladders

c)

Unprotected edges

5.

How can falls from ladders be prevented? Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Tie off the top and bottom to fixed points

b)

Carry tools and materials in your hands while climbing

c)

Use the ladder your co-worker uses

d)

Choose the right ladder for the job

6.

Khaleed's supervisor has assigned him as the scaffold inspector because Khaleed has been working with the company for more than 3 months. Should Khaleed be authorized to inspect a scaffold? Select the best answer.

a)

Yes, because any employee can inspect a scaffold when provided with the proper checklist.

b)

No, because only a city inspector can inspect a scaffold.

c)

No, because the supervisor should be the only one to inspect a scaffold.

d)

No, because only a competent worker is allowed to inspect scaffolds.

7.

Why are overhead and buried power lines especially hazardous to workers? Select the best answer.

a)

They are very heavy

b)

They can carry bloodborne pathogens

c)

They carry extremely high voltage

d)

They can conceal sharp edges

8.

Which of the following is a tool safety tip that can help you stay safe when using power tools and other equipment? Select the best answer.

a)

Keep cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and water

b)

Use single-insulated tools

c)

Replace damaged equipment at the end of a shift

d)

Do not use PPE when using power tools

9.

Which procedures should you follow to protect against electrocution? Select the best answer.

a)

Isolation

b)

Handwashing

c)

Lockout/Tagout

d)

Safe driving

10.

Select the four struck-by hazard categories. Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Rolling

b)

Crushing

c)

Falling

d)

Flying

11.

Which of the following are safe practices around heavy equipment and vehicles? Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Be sure that heavy equipment operators can see you

b)

Use equipment correctly

c)

Stay away from heavy equipment if you aren't currently working as an operator

12.

How can you reduce the likelihood of struck-by accidents occurring? Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Store your tools correctly

b)

Use your materials correctly

c)

Maintain your tools

13.

Which of the following objects could contribute to caught-in or caught-between incidents? Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Vehicles

b)

Machinery

c)

Equipment

d)

Heavy materials

14.

What should you do to avoid caught-in or caught-between accidents while working in a trench? Select the best answer.

a)

Wear loose clothing or jewelry

b)

Never work in an unprotected trench more than five feet deep

c)

Enter and exit a trench by climbing on the walls of the trench

d)

Work in unprotected trenches more than five feet deep

15.

Lydia's hand was caught between two gears in a machine she was servicing and three of her fingers were broken. Who was responsible for keeping Lydia safe from this caught-between hazard? Select the best answer.

a)

Lydia

b)

Lydia's employer

c)

Lydia's co-workers

16.

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

a)

Steel-toed boots

b)

Goggles or safety glasses

c)

Leather palm gloves

d)

Respirator

17.

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

a)

Himself

b)

A co-worker

c)

OSHA

d)

His employer

18.

Under what circumstances is it more likely that you will have hearing damage? Select the best answer.

a)

Long exposures to low noise levels

b)

Short exposures to low noise levels

c)

Long exposures to high noise levels

19.

Employers can protect workers from chemical hazards by training them on the correct safety procedures. What else should employers do to protect their workers from chemical hazards? Select the best answer.

a)

Look for workers who don't appear well

b)

Only provide PPE after an incident has occurred

c)

Cut costs on ventilation systems

d)

Actively monitor for chemical hazards on affected worksites

20.

Paige's employer provides heaters, air conditioning, ventilation, and shade to protect Paige and her co-workers from temperature extremes. What is another item Paige's employer can provide to protect her from temperature extremes on the worksite? Select the best answer.

a)

Water

b)

Ear plugs

c)

Sound barriers

d)

Respirators

21.

Groundwork and refurbishment on a construction site are signs that the site is more likely to be affected by biological hazards. Which of the following answer options is another sign that a construction site is more likely to be affected by biological hazards? Select the best answer.

a)

Steel is being welded

b)

There are heavy loads

c)

Framing is taking place

d)

Demolition work is taking place

22.

What is the greatest danger associated with excavations? Select the best answer.

a)

Cave-ins

b)

Asphyxiation

c)

Fire

d)

Underground utility lines

23.

The three main protection methods include shoring and sloping. What is the third main protection method? Select the best answer.

a)

Frames

b)

Roofing

c)

Shields

d)

Monitoring

24.

Stefani's employer told her that it's her responsibility as a worker to correct any hazards she finds unless she's unable to do so. Is this correct? Select the best answer.

a)

Yes, workers are responsible for correcting hazards they can correct.

b)

No, it's her employer's responsibility to correct all hazards on site.

c)

No, it's the supervisors' responsibility to correct any hazards on the worksite.

25.

Your employer has asked you to move a large piece of scrap metal. It is heavy and has sharp edges. In addition to steel-toed boots, what PPE should you use? Select the best answer.

a)

A respirator

b)

Gloves

c)

Eye protection

26.

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? Select the best answer.

a)

Yes, you can be a forklift operator at 18.

b)

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

27.

In addition to environmental factors, what determines which type of sling you should use? Select the best answer.

a)

The type of crane

b)

Where you work

c)

What's available at your worksite

d)

The type of load

28.

There are three types of scaffolds: Suspended, Aerial, and ________. Select the best answer.

a)

Flying

b)

Platform

c)

Supported

d)

Reinforced

29.

If there is a risk of falling objects on or around a scaffold, what must the employer provide to their workers? Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Safety vests

b)

Hard hats

c)

Designated observers

d)

Extra guardrails

30.

For what scaffold operations must there be a competent person observing? Select the best answer(s). There may be more than one.

a)

Scaffold assembly

b)

Scaffold disassembly

c)

Any activity on the scaffold

d)

Scaffold loading

31.

Keira is inspecting her drill before she starts her shift. She notices that the cord where it connects to the main body of the drill casing has split and is exposing some of the wires beneath, but the gap is very small and only a paperclip or a pin could fit through. Should Keira use this drill while she works? Select the best answer.

a)

Yes, because the gap is too small to be an issue.

b)

Yes, but after this shift she needs to replace the cord.

c)

No, because she shouldn't use tools that are damaged in any way.

d)

Yes, but once her employer replaces it she needs to stop using it.

32.

If a tool is in use, when should you remove its guards? Select the best answer.

a)

You can always remove the guards on a tool.

b)

You should never remove the guards on a tool while it is in use.

c)

You can only remove the guards on a tool while it is in use if it is absolutely necessary.

d)

You can remove the guards on a tool while it is in use only if your employer approves.

33.

What type of tool is powered by pressurized liquid? Select the best answer.

a)

Pneumatic tools

b)

Powder actuated tools

c)

Hand tools

d)

Hydraulic tools

34.

Select the best answer. Janell'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)

Roadway

d)

Weather conditions

35.

Select the best answer. 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

36.

Select the best answer. You're driving across 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

37.

According to the document, what is the primary purpose of an Emergency Action Plan in a workplace?

a)

Document what should be done during different types of emergencies so employees know their responsibilities

b)

List the types of portable fire extinguishers available at the site

c)

Provide routine maintenance schedules for building equipment

d)

Identify non-emergency tasks to improve productivity

38.

What is a stated benefit of having an Emergency Action Plan in place before an incident occurs?

a)

It makes injuries or damage less likely during an emergency

b)

It guarantees that emergencies will not occur

c)

It eliminates the need for employee training

d)

It shifts all responsibility to local emergency services

39.

Which statement best reflects how a Fire Prevention Plan helps reduce fire risks?

a)

It requires hazards and risks to be understood and documented in a written plan employees can be trained on

b)

It allows employees to ignore identified hazards if alarms are installed

c)

It focuses only on post-incident recovery procedures

d)

It removes the need for evacuation planning

40.

Which factors influence whether evacuation is required during an emergency, as described in the document? Select all that apply.

a)

The extent of the emergency

b)

The location of the emergency

c)

The type of building involved

d)

Employee salary levels

41.

What does the document say employers should ensure regarding evacuation planning?

a)

Have a plan for expected evacuation or fire-fighting and ensure all employees know both the plans and what to do once the emergency has passed

b)

Keep evacuation plans confidential to prevent panic

c)

Rely solely on external emergency responders for evacuation decisions

d)

Train only supervisors on evacuation procedures

42.

In which situation is shelter-in-place recommended according to the document?

a)

During a natural disaster such as a tornado or during a man-made event involving chemical, biological, or radiological contaminants

b)

During routine equipment inspections

c)

When the building undergoes scheduled maintenance

d)

When only minor inconveniences are present

43.

Which actions are recommended while sheltering in place? Select all that apply.

a)

Seal up vents, windows, and doors

b)

Seek refuge in a windowless, interior room

c)

Keep in communication and monitor the ongoing situation

d)

Exit the building immediately to reach an outside area

44.

Which criteria must exit routes meet to ensure safe and timely evacuation? Select all that apply.

a)

Be adequately signposted

b)

Provide exit to an outside area

c)

Be unlocked and sufficiently large

d)

Be sufficient for the number of people needing to exit

45.

What does the document indicate about employee training and communication in emergencies?

a)

Every employee should be trained on the plan and know their individual responsibilities, with information provided on post-emergency plans and communication

b)

Only senior management should receive training to avoid confusing other employees

c)

Training is optional if evacuation routes are posted

d)

Communication should be limited to external emergency responders

46.

At what height does Fall Protection start?

a)

5'

b)

4'

c)

6'

d)

3'

47.

What is the maximum arresting force on an employee when used with a body harness?

a)

5000lb

b)

900lb

c)

1800lb

d)

750lb

48.

What is the minimum height at which fall protection is required in the construction industry?

a)

4 feet

b)

6 feet

c)

8 feet

d)

10 feet

49.
When everyone associated with a company has a positive attitude about safety, they have developed a strong safety ______________.
a)
culture
b)
system
c)
rule book
d)
policy
50.
The best eye protection when using a grinder is:
a)
sunglasses
b)
face shield
c)
safety glasses
d)
face shield and safety glasses
51.
The portion of the federal law that requires employers to provide a safe working environment for employees is called…
a)
the Whistleblower Act
b)
the General Duty Clause
c)
the Safety Standard Act
d)
the MSDS Act