Workplace Safety and OSHA Standards Flashcards
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In an automotive recycling facility, what OSHA standard specifically governs the safe use and inspection of chains, wire ropes, and hooks used to lift vehicle parts?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.184 (Slings)
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184 establishes inspection, rating, and use requirements for slings including chains, wire ropes, and synthetic materials used in lifting operations.
What is the required OSHA action level for noise exposure that triggers a Hearing Conservation Program in an automotive recycling facility?
Answer: 85 dBA as an 8-hour time-weighted average
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 requires employers to implement a Hearing Conservation Program when noise exposure reaches or exceeds 85 dBA as an 8-hour TWA.
When an automotive recycler purchases a used vehicle that may contain asbestos-containing brake pads, which EPA and OSHA regulation applies to handling those parts?
Answer: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1001 (Asbestos) and EPA NESHAP asbestos regulations
OSHA's asbestos standard (1910.1001) and EPA NESHAP regulations jointly govern worker protection and proper disposal when handling asbestos-containing automotive friction materials.
An OSHA inspector arrives unannounced at an automotive recycling yard. Under the OSH Act, what right does the employer have regarding the inspection?
Answer: The employer may accompany the inspector throughout the facility
The OSH Act grants employers the right to have a company representative accompany the OSHA compliance officer during the walkaround inspection.
Under OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy standard (Lockout/Tagout), what must an employer do before a new machine is placed in service at an automotive recycling facility?
Answer: Develop machine-specific energy control procedures and train affected employees
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 requires machine-specific written energy control procedures and employee training before any equipment covered by the standard is used.
What is OSHA's requirement for the frequency of powered industrial truck (forklift) operator evaluations at an automotive recycling facility?
Answer: At least once every 3 years for each operator
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(l) requires forklift operators to be evaluated at least every three years to ensure they are operating safely.
Which OSHA standard requires automotive recycling facilities to conduct annual training on the use of fire extinguishers if employees are expected to use them?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.157(g)
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.157(g) requires that employees designated to use portable fire extinguishers receive hands-on training upon initial assignment and annually thereafter.