CITB Health, Safety, and Environmental Management 2

Question 1

Under OSHA regulations, how soon must a fatality on a construction site be reported to the nearest OSHA office?

Accepted Answer

Within 8 hours

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Within 24 hours

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Within 48 hours

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Within 72 hours

Question 2

Which type of construction hazard is created when workers are exposed to harmful substances such as silica dust or asbestos fibers?

Accepted Answer

Chemical/health hazard

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Physical hazard

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Ergonomic hazard

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Safety hazard

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

To identify hazards before work begins and establish safe procedures

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To calculate project costs

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To assign blame after an accident

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To satisfy insurance requirements only

Question 4

Which environmental regulation most directly governs the disposal of hazardous waste generated on US construction sites?

Accepted Answer

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

Answer

Clean Air Act

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Occupational Safety and Health Act

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National Environmental Policy Act

Question 5

A worker notices a co-worker using a grinder without eye protection. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Stop the task and ensure proper PPE is worn before resuming

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Continue working and report it at the end of the shift

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Complete the task and fill out an incident report

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Notify OSHA directly without speaking to the worker

Question 6

What does the hierarchy of hazard controls prioritize as the most effective method to protect workers?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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Administrative controls

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Engineering controls

Question 7

When working in a confined space on a construction site, which of the following is a required safety measure?

Accepted Answer

A written permit must be issued before entry

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A minimum of two workers must always enter together

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The space must be at least 10 feet in diameter

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Workers must carry a fire extinguisher at all times