Risk Assessment & Mitigation Flashcards
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A decorative artist must work on scaffolding at 12 feet. Which risk mitigation measure is MANDATORY under OSHA general industry standards?
Answer: Install guardrails, mid-rails, and toe boards on all open sides
OSHA 1926.502 requires guardrail systems on scaffolds to prevent falls from heights above 10 feet.
Which SDS (Safety Data Sheet) section contains the most relevant first-aid measures for accidental eye contact with a decorative medium?
Answer: Section 4 – First-Aid Measures
Section 4 of the SDS specifically details first-aid procedures for each route of exposure, including eye contact.
When spraying water-based decorative finishes, which risk is often underestimated compared to solvent-based products?
Answer: Mold growth risk from high humidity and overspray on porous surfaces
Water-based overspray raises ambient humidity, promoting mold growth in porous wall or ceiling materials if not allowed to dry properly.
A decorative artist experiences dizziness while applying a shellac-based finish. The FIRST mitigation action should be:
Answer: Immediately move to fresh air and alert a coworker
Dizziness signals solvent overexposure; the immediate priority is removing the person from the exposure source and seeking fresh air.
Which hazard assessment must be completed BEFORE power-washing a decorative mural exterior for touch-up prep?
Answer: Evaluate wind speed for overspray drift, proximity of electrical outlets, and bystander exclusion zones
Power-washing near structures introduces electrical hazard from wet outlets, water drift risk to bystanders, and operator slip risk — all must be assessed.
To mitigate slip-and-fall risk in a studio where floor paint is curing, which approach is MOST effective?
Answer: Place a 'Wet Paint' sign at the studio entrance and restrict access until fully cured
Signage combined with physical access restriction prevents anyone from unknowingly stepping on the slick curing surface.
When risk-assessing a gilding project using gold leaf and oil-based sizing, which chemical hazard requires specific attention?
Answer: Sizing solvent vapors accumulating to flammable concentrations
Oil-based sizing solvents have low flash points and can accumulate flammable vapor concentrations in poorly ventilated spaces.