Management Would Like a Word
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
Which of the following is a common route of exposure to workplace hazards?
A. Hearing
B. Inhalation
C. Vision
D. Balance
B. Inhalation
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
B. Avoid disturbing it and report it
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
C. To protect workers from contact with hazardous moving parts
What type of injury is most commonly associated with material handling?
A. Electrical shock
B. Strains and sprains
C. Burns
D. Hearing loss
B. Strains and sprains
3. What is the most effective level of the hierarchy of controls?
A. Administrative controls
B. Personal protective equipment
C. Engineering controls
D. Elimination
D. Elimination
14. What does SDS stand for?
A. Safety Data Sheet
B. Standard Documentation System
C. Safety Distribution Sheet
D. System Data Summary
A. Safety Data Sheet
Which disease is strongly associated with asbestos exposure?
A. Asthma
B. Mesothelioma
C. Pneumonia
D. Bronchitis
B. Mesothelioma
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
C. At the point of operation
What is a common ergonomic hazard in the workplace?
A. Loud noise exposure
B. Repetitive motion tasks
C. Chemical exposure
D. Electrical contact
B. Repetitive motion tasks
25. Employers are responsible for:
A. Providing PPE and maintaining safe working conditions
B. Allowing employees to set their own safety procedures
C. Eliminating all workplace hazards completely
D. Only training supervisors on safety procedures
A. Providing PPE and maintaining safe working conditions
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
B. To communicate hazards visually
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
C. When fibers are released into the air and inhaled
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
B. Exposed or damaged wiring
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
C. Poor housekeeping and cluttered work areas
35. What should you do if you identify a workplace hazard?
A. Ignore it if it appears minor
B. Continue working carefully
C. Report it and take appropriate action
D. Wait for someone else to address it
C. Report it and take appropriate action
Hazard communication includes:
A. Verbal instructions only
B. Safety Data Sheets and labeling systems
C. Personal protective equipment requirements only
D. Emergency response plans only
B. Safety Date Sheets and labeling systems
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
C. When it becomes airborne as respirable dust
Fire prevention includes:
A. Ignoring small hazards if they seem minor
B. Proper storage and handling of flammable materials
C. Blocking exit routes to control access
D. Removing fire extinguishers from the area
B. Proper storage and handling of flammable materials
Exit routes must be:
A. Locked to prevent unauthorized use
B. Used for storage when not needed
C. Clearly marked and unobstructed at all times
D. Accessible only to supervisors
C. Clearly marked and unobstructed at all times
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
C. As the last line of defense against hazards
Which of the following is an example of a biological hazard?
A. Noise exposure
B. Bloodborne pathogens
C. Heat stress
D. Dust particles
B. Bloodborne pathogens
What is the most effective way to control silica exposure?
A. Relying on respiratory protection only
B. Increasing ventilation after exposure occurs
C. Controlling dust at the source using engineering methods
D. Limiting exposure after the task is completed
C. Controlling dust at the source using engineering methods
Lockout/Tagout procedures are used to prevent:
A. Slips and falls
B. Unexpected energization of equipment
C. Fire hazards
D. Noise exposure
B. Unexpected energization of 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
C. Call for help and do not enter the space