Safety Practices Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a toolbox talk (safety briefing) conducted at the start of a work shift?
Answer: To inform workers of specific hazards and safety procedures relevant to the day's tasks
Toolbox talks are short, informal safety meetings that focus on specific hazards present in that day's work, keeping safety top of mind for all workers.
Which type of respirator provides protection against both particulates and chemical vapors?
Answer: Combination respirator (particulate filter + organic vapor cartridge)
A combination respirator uses both a particulate filter and a chemical cartridge, protecting against dust, mists, and vapors simultaneously.
If a chemical is classified as IDLH, what does that mean for workers?
Answer: The chemical is at a concentration Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) describes concentrations that would cause death, irreversible health effects, or prevent escape within 30 minutes.
A scaffold platform must be planked within how many inches of the uprights to prevent falls through gaps, per OSHA?
Answer: 14 inches
OSHA 1926.451 requires scaffold planks to be installed within 14 inches of the uprights on each end unless a guardrail is in place to prevent falls.
What is the correct action when a worker experiences symptoms of heat exhaustion on a job site?
Answer: Move the worker to a cool area, provide fluids, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen
Heat exhaustion requires moving the worker to a cool environment, hydration, and medical monitoring because it can progress to heat stroke if untreated.
Which document formally grants permission to perform hot work (welding, cutting, or grinding) in a restricted area?
Answer: A hot work permit signed by authorized personnel
A hot work permit identifies hazards, required precautions, fire watch requirements, and is signed by authorized personnel before any ignition-risk work begins.
Under OSHA regulations, within how many hours must an employer report a work-related fatality to OSHA?
Answer: 8 hours
OSHA requires employers to report work-related fatalities to OSHA within 8 hours of learning about the incident.