OSHA BASICS
What is OSHA’s primary purpose?
A. To increase company productivity and efficiency
B. To ensure safe and healthful working conditions for employees
C. To manage employee performance and training programs
D. To enforce company-specific safety policies
B. To ensure safe and healthful working conditions for employees
What does SDS stand for?
A. Safety Data Sheet
B. Standard Documentation System
C. Safety Distribution Sheet
D. System Data Summary
Answer: A. Safety Data Sheet
What is the primary purpose of machine guarding?
A. To improve machine efficiency and productivity
B. To reduce equipment maintenance requirements
C. To protect workers from contact with hazardous moving parts
D. To increase production output
Answer: C. To protect workers from contact with hazardous moving parts
Which of the following best defines a confined space?
A. A small space with limited visibility
B. A space located below ground level
C. A space that meets OSHA criteria for entry, access, and occupancy
D. Any space that requires a permit for entry
Answer: C. A space that meets OSHA criteria for entry, access, and occupancy
When does silica pose the greatest health risk to workers?
A. When it is stored in solid form
B. When it is present in building materials
C. When it becomes airborne as respirable dust
D. When it is exposed to moisture
Answer: C. When it becomes airborne as respirable dust
What is the most effective level of the hierarchy of controls?
A. Administrative controls
B. Personal protective equipment
C. Engineering controls
D. Elimination
Answer: D. Elimination
What is the purpose of hazard pictograms on labels?
A. To identify product cost
B. To communicate hazards visually
C. To display manufacturer information
D. To indicate storage location
Answer: B. To communicate hazards visually
Where do most serious machine injuries occur?
A. At the control panel
B. At the power source
C. At the point of operation
D. At the emergency stop
Answer: C. At the point of operation
What is the most common hazard associated with confined spaces?
A. Slips and falls
B. Electrical exposure
C. Hazardous atmospheres
D. Poor lighting
Answer: C. Hazardous atmospheres
What is the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for respirable silica?
A. 10 micrograms per cubic meter
B. 25 micrograms per cubic meter
C. 50 micrograms per cubic meter
D. 100 micrograms per cubic meter
Answer: C. 50 micrograms per cubic meter
Which of the following is a common route of exposure to workplace hazards?
A. Hearing
B. Inhalation
C. Vision
D. Balance
Answer: B. Inhalation
How is PPE classified in the hierarchy of controls?
A. As the most effective method of hazard control
B. As a substitute for engineering controls
C. As the last line of defense against hazards
D. As an elimination method
Answer: C. As the last line of defense against hazards
What should be done if a machine guard is missing or damaged?
A. Continue working with extra caution
B. Remove additional guards for consistency
C. Report the issue and do not use the equipment
D. Adjust the machine and continue working
Answer: C. Report the issue and do not use the equipment
What is the correct response if someone collapses inside a confined space?
A. Enter immediately to assist them
B. Attempt to pull them out without entering
C. Call for help and do not enter the space
D. Shut down nearby equipment and enter
Answer: C. Call for help and do not enter the space
When does asbestos pose the greatest health risk to workers?
A. When it is properly installed and undisturbed
B. When it is sealed or encapsulated
C. When fibers are released into the air and inhaled
D. When it is located in older buildings
Answer: C. When fibers are released into the air and inhaled
What is a leading cause of slips, trips, and falls in the workplace?
A. Poor lighting conditions only
B. Improper use of PPE
C. Poor housekeeping and cluttered work areas
D. Equipment malfunction
Answer: C. Poor housekeeping and cluttered work areas
What is the first action after exposure to bloodborne pathogens?
A. Report the incident to a supervisor
B. Wash or flush the affected area immediately
C. Seek medical attention before taking any action
D. Leave the work area immediately
Answer: B. Wash or flush the affected area immediately
Lockout/Tagout procedures are used to prevent:
A. Slips and falls
B. Unexpected energization of equipment
C. Fire hazards
D. Noise exposure
Answer: B. Unexpected energization of equipment
Can a worker enter a confined space without proper training and authorization?
A. Yes, if they feel it is safe
B. Yes, if a supervisor approves
C. No, entry requires proper training and authorization
D. Yes, if PPE is worn
Answer: C. No, entry requires proper training and authorization
What should you do if you suspect a material may contain asbestos?
A. Attempt to remove it carefully
B. Avoid disturbing it and report it
C. Clean the area to reduce exposure
D. Break the material to confirm its contents
Answer: B. Avoid disturbing it and report it
Employees are responsible for:
A. Ignoring minor hazards
B. Reporting hazards and following safety procedures
C. Removing safety devices when necessary
D. Working independently without supervision
Answer: B. Reporting hazards and following safety procedures
The Hepatitis B vaccination must be:
A. Optional and paid for by the employee
B. Offered by the employer at no cost
C. Required for all employees regardless of exposure
D. Administered annually
Answer: B. Offered by the employer at no cost
Which of the following is an example of an electrical hazard?
A. Wet floor conditions
B. Exposed or damaged wiring
C. Loud machinery noise
D. Elevated temperatures
Answer: B. Exposed or damaged wiring
Why are confined space rescue attempts especially dangerous?
A. Lack of tools
B. Poor lighting
C. Untrained rescuers can become victims
D. Limited communication
Answer: C. Untrained rescuers can become victims
Which disease is strongly associated with asbestos exposure?
A. Asthma
B. Mesothelioma
C. Pneumonia
D. Bronchitis
Answer: B. Mesothelioma