Safety Standards & Regulations Flashcards
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A machine guarding inspection reveals that a fixed barrier guard has a gap of 1 inch at a distance of 3 inches from the nearest point of operation. According to OSHA Table O-10, is this guard compliant?
Answer: No, because any gap within 3.5 inches requires zero opening
OSHA Table O-10 specifies that at distances up to 3.5 inches from the point of operation, the maximum allowable opening is 1/4 inch, so a 1-inch gap is non-compliant.
Under EPA's Risk Management Program (RMP) Rule (40 CFR Part 68), what triggers a Program 3 classification for a covered process?
Answer: The process is in NAICS codes subject to OSHA PSM and is not eligible for Program 1
Program 3 applies to processes in specified NAICS codes that are also subject to OSHA PSM and do not qualify for the less stringent Program 1 or 2.
Which ANSI standard governs the safety requirements for industrial robots and robot systems in manufacturing?
Answer: ANSI/RIA R15.06
ANSI/RIA R15.06 is the American National Standard for Industrial Robots and Robot Systems – Safety Requirements.
When must a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) be updated under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)?
Answer: Within 3 months of learning of significant new hazard information
OSHA's HazCom standard requires SDS updates within three months of a manufacturer or importer becoming aware of significant new hazard information.
In confined space entry operations, what is the role of the 'attendant' as defined by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146?
Answer: Remains outside the permit space and monitors entrants and conditions
The attendant stays outside the permit-required confined space, monitors conditions and entrants, and initiates rescue if needed.
What OSHA regulation establishes requirements for the control of hazardous energy during service and maintenance of machinery and equipment?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.147
29 CFR 1910.147, the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) standard, governs procedures for deenergizing equipment during servicing.
A facility's incident investigation reveals a 'near miss' event. Under best practice safety management systems, how should near misses be treated?
Answer: Reported and investigated with the same rigor as actual incidents
Best practice SMS treat near misses as leading indicators and investigate them with the same rigor as actual incidents to prevent future harm.