AIT Workplace Safety & Compliance 2

Question 1

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must contain how many sections?

Accepted Answer

16

Answer

OSHA's HazCom Standard requires SDS to follow the GHS format with exactly 16 sections.

Question 2

Which color on an ANSI safety sign indicates a hazard that could cause death or serious injury if not avoided?

Accepted Answer

Red

Answer

Red is used for DANGER signs indicating an imminently hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury.

Question 3

A lockout/tagout procedure requires that before work begins on equipment, the authorized employee must first:

Accepted Answer

Verify zero energy state after isolation

Answer

After isolating and locking out energy sources, the authorized employee must verify that zero energy state has been achieved before work begins.

Question 4

What is the maximum permissible noise exposure for an 8-hour workday under OSHA regulations?

Accepted Answer

90 dBA

Answer

OSHA's permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise is 90 dBA as an 8-hour time-weighted average.

Question 5

Which OSHA standard requires employers to provide fall protection when workers are at heights of 4 feet in general industry?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.23

Answer

29 CFR 1910.23 covers walking-working surfaces and requires fall protection at 4 feet in general industry settings.

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