Safety Procedures Flashcards
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Under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, how many sections must a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) contain?
Answer: 16
GHS-aligned SDSs follow a standardized 16-section format.
Which SDS section should a building operator consult for the correct type of gloves and respirator when handling a cooling tower biocide?
Answer: Section 8, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Section 8 lists exposure limits, engineering controls, and required PPE.
What should a building operator do first upon discovering suspected asbestos-containing pipe insulation that is damaged?
Answer: Leave it undisturbed, restrict access, and report it for evaluation
Disturbing suspected ACM can release fibers, so it must be isolated and assessed by qualified personnel.
Under OSHA's general industry standard, at what minimum height must a fixed ladder be equipped with a fall protection system?
Answer: 24 feet
OSHA 1910.28 requires fixed ladders extending more than 24 feet to have a personal fall arrest or ladder safety system.
When setting up a portable extension ladder to access a roof, what is the recommended angle ratio?
Answer: 1 foot out for every 4 feet of height
The 4-to-1 rule places the ladder at about 75 degrees for stability.
Which practice best reduces the risk of Legionella growth in a building's cooling tower?
Answer: Maintaining a water management program with biocide treatment and regular cleaning
ASHRAE 188 water management programs control Legionella through treatment, monitoring, and cleaning.
Hearing conservation programs are required by OSHA when employee noise exposure reaches what 8-hour time-weighted average?
Answer: 85 dBA
OSHA's action level of 85 dBA TWA triggers a hearing conservation program, including audiometric testing.