CHST CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Safety Program Management Questions and Answers 4

Question 1

According to OSHA 29 CFR 1926, what is the minimum frequency for inspecting scaffolding on construction sites?

Accepted Answer

Before each work shift, by a competent person

Answer

OSHA 1926.451 requires scaffolds to be inspected before each work shift by a competent person and after any occurrence that could affect structural integrity.

Question 2

Which element is considered the foundation of an effective safety culture on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

Visible, consistent commitment to safety by senior management

Answer

Research consistently shows that visible management commitment is the most critical driver of a positive safety culture.

Question 3

A contractor must manage a scope change that introduces new chemical exposures on-site. What is the FIRST action the safety technician should take?

Accepted Answer

Obtain and review SDSs for the new chemicals

Answer

Reviewing SDSs first provides the hazard information needed to determine appropriate controls, PPE, and emergency measures.

Question 4

Which metric BEST demonstrates that a safety incentive program is having a negative effect on safety culture?

Accepted Answer

Reduction in reported minor injuries despite stable incident conditions

Answer

A drop in reported minor injuries without corresponding improvement in conditions suggests workers are under-reporting to protect incentive rewards.

Question 5

Under the ANSI/ASSP Z10 standard, what is the intended outcome of the 'Plan-Do-Check-Act' (PDCA) cycle in a safety management system?

Accepted Answer

To continually improve occupational health and safety performance over time

Answer

The PDCA cycle in Z10 is designed to drive continual improvement of the SMS by systematically evaluating and refining safety processes.

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CHST CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Safety Program Management Questions and Answers 4