CLA Workplace Safety Principles 2

Question 1

What does the hierarchy of controls prioritize as the MOST effective method to reduce workplace hazards?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

Answer

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Administrative controls

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Engineering controls

Question 2

A forklift operator notices a wet spill in the travel path. What is the FIRST action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Stop, secure the area, and report the hazard immediately

Answer

Continue driving slowly around the spill

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Report it to a supervisor at end of shift

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Place the forklift in park and wait for someone else to clean it

Question 3

Which OSHA standard specifically governs powered industrial trucks (forklifts) in general industry?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.178

Answer

29 CFR 1910.147

Answer

29 CFR 1910.212

Answer

29 CFR 1910.132

Question 4

What is the purpose of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?

Accepted Answer

To identify hazards associated with each step of a task before work begins

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To document employee performance reviews

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To record accidents after they occur for insurance purposes

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To schedule maintenance on warehouse equipment

Question 5

When stacking pallets in a warehouse, what is the BEST practice to maintain stability?

Accepted Answer

Alternate pallet orientation and keep heavier loads on the bottom

Answer

Stack as high as possible to maximize floor space

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Place the heaviest items on top to lower the center of gravity

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Stack all pallets in a single straight column for uniformity

Question 6

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a Class C electrical fire?

Accepted Answer

CO2 or dry chemical extinguisher

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Water extinguisher

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Foam extinguisher

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Wet chemical extinguisher

Question 7

What does 'near miss' mean in a workplace safety context?

Accepted Answer

An unplanned event that did not result in injury but had the potential to do so

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An accident that caused minor injury only

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A safety inspection that identified no violations

Answer

A close call during a fire drill