Health Hazards
Disturbing, concrete, mortar, cinder block, can release what hazardous substance into the air?
Silica
Doing this before work is proven to reduce injuries.
Stretching
What is the most cited Violation by OSHA in Construction?
Fall Protection
Give 1 example of a direct cost of an incident or injury
Medical Bills, corrective actions, Lost Wages, Increased Insurance Rates.
When should incidents be reported
TRUE/FALSE In the US all asbestos has been removed and therefore can not be found in roofing materials
FALSE
The science of fitting the job or tool to the person is known as what?
Ergonomics
What is done at the beginning of an OSHA inspection?
Opening Conference
TRUE
Define what an Incident is
Unplanned event with negative consequences,
Injury, Motor Vehicle Incident, Water damage, Fire
What does SDS stands for?
Safety Data Sheet
Give an example of a Musculo Skeletal Disorder (MSD)
Tendonitis Carpal Tunnel Rotator Cuff Tennis elbow, Back Issues, trigger finger,
Construction, Manufacturing or Public Sector.
Consultation
TRUE/FALSE OSHA Fine amounts can be reduced by showing records for trainings, inspections, toolbox talks etc.
TRUE
List at least 3 causes of incidents
Failure to communicate, at risk work habits, lack of training or skill, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions,
Poor housekeeping, management failure, alcohol or drug use, Lack of or improper PPE usage.
List 3 safe work practices when working in high heat
drink plenty of fluids, light colored clothing, take frequent breaks in shade, work in shade if possible
avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Over exposure to Ultra Violet Light can cause what disease
Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
Which is not a type of OSHA inspection? programmed, complaint, referral, informal
informal
Give 1 example of an indirect cost of an incident or injury
Overtime for other workers Lost/Reduced Bonuses Employee Morale, Turnover, Supervisor Time for investigation corrective actions. Cancelled contracts, decreased production,
Define a Near Miss
unplanned event with potential to cause negative consequences but did not.
List at least 2 routes of entry into your body for a chemical
Tinnitus means what?
Ringing in the ears. Usually permanent.
Which MNOSHA division does not issue citations?
What is the most common injury type each year at Schwickert's
CUTS
What is the purpose of doing incident investigations
To learn from the incident so corrections can be made to prevent a reoccurrence or repeat of a similar incident.