ATP Safety Standards & Environmental Compliance 3

Question 1

Under EPA's Risk Management Program (RMP) Rule (40 CFR Part 68), which Program level applies to processes with the highest accident history or worst-case consequences that require a full prevention program and emergency response plan?

Accepted Answer

Program 3

Answer

Program 3 applies to processes in specified OSHA industries or with complex hazards, requiring full prevention programs, emergency response plans, and accident investigation procedures.

Question 2

Which OSHA standard requires employers to develop a written energy control (lockout/tagout) program and establish machine-specific procedures?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.147

Answer

29 CFR 1910.147, the Control of Hazardous Energy standard, requires written LOTO programs and equipment-specific procedures to protect workers during servicing and maintenance.

Question 3

A technician is exposed to a chemical with a permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 50 ppm as an 8-hour TWA. A breathing zone sample shows 65 ppm averaged over the shift. What is the correct regulatory conclusion?

Accepted Answer

Non-compliant; the employer must implement controls to reduce exposure below the PEL

Answer

Any TWA exposure exceeding the OSHA PEL is a violation, requiring the employer to implement feasible engineering or administrative controls to reduce exposure.

Question 4

Which environmental regulation requires large quantity generators (LQGs) of hazardous waste to submit a biennial report to the EPA?

Accepted Answer

RCRA Subtitle C (40 CFR Part 262)

Answer

Under RCRA Subtitle C (40 CFR Part 262), LQGs must submit biennial hazardous waste reports to EPA covering waste generation, management, and shipment data.

Question 5

Which ANSI/ISEA standard governs the performance requirements for high-visibility safety apparel (HVSA) worn by workers near vehicle traffic?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/ISEA 107

Answer

ANSI/ISEA 107 establishes performance requirements for high-visibility safety apparel, classifying garments by visibility class based on background and retroreflective material areas.

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ATP Safety Standards & Environmental Compliance 3