Apprenticeship Safety and OSHA Standards Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?
Answer: To identify and control hazards before a task begins
A JHA identifies potential hazards in each step of a job task and establishes preventive measures.
Which class of hard hat provides the highest level of electrical protection?
Answer: Class B
Class B hard hats provide the highest electrical protection, rated up to 20,000 volts.
What should be done FIRST when a chemical is spilled on the skin?
Answer: Rinse the area thoroughly with water for at least 15–20 minutes
The immediate first response to a chemical skin contact is flushing with water for 15–20 minutes to dilute and remove the chemical.
Which of the following is a leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry according to OSHA's 'Fatal Four'?
Answer: Electrocutions
Electrocution is one of OSHA's 'Fatal Four' leading causes of construction fatalities, along with falls, struck-by, and caught-in/between.
What does the term 'confined space' refer to in workplace safety?
Answer: A space large enough to enter but not designed for continuous occupancy and with limited entry/exit
A confined space is large enough to enter, has limited means of entry or exit, and is not intended for continuous occupancy.
When must safety data sheets (SDS) be accessible to employees?
Answer: At all times during each work shift
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard requires SDS to be readily accessible to employees during every work shift.