Apprenticeship Safety and OSHA Standards Flashcards
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How long does an employer have to report a workplace fatality to OSHA?
Answer: 8 hours
Employers must report workplace fatalities to OSHA within 8 hours of the incident.
What does 'lockout/tagout' (LOTO) protect against?
Answer: Unexpected energization of machinery during maintenance
LOTO procedures prevent the unexpected startup or energization of equipment while workers are performing maintenance.
Which respirator type provides protection against airborne particles only?
Answer: N95 particulate respirator
An N95 respirator filters at least 95% of airborne particles but does not protect against gases or vapors.
What is the maximum permissible noise exposure at 90 dBA for an 8-hour work shift per OSHA standards?
Answer: 8 hours
OSHA's permissible noise exposure is 8 hours per day at 90 dBA before hearing protection is required.
What is the minimum width for a safe walking path in a construction zone per OSHA?
Answer: 36 inches
OSHA requires at least 36 inches (3 feet) of clear walkway width in construction areas.
An apprentice notices a safety hazard that their supervisor hasn't addressed. What is the correct first step?
Answer: Report it again in writing to the supervisor or safety officer
The appropriate first step is to formally report the hazard in writing to the supervisor or safety officer before escalating.