Safety Standards & Regulations Flashcards
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Under OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard (29 CFR 1910.134), a tight-fitting respirator requires a fit test. How often must this fit test be repeated for a continuing user?
Answer: Annually
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 requires fit testing for tight-fitting respirators at least annually for users who continue to wear the same respirator model.
Which standard classifies and rates personal protective equipment for eye and face protection used in manufacturing environments?
Answer: ANSI Z87.1
ANSI Z87.1 establishes minimum performance requirements and testing procedures for occupational eye and face protective devices.
Under 29 CFR 1904 (OSHA Recordkeeping), which of the following injuries must be recorded on the OSHA 300 Log?
Answer: A sprained wrist requiring prescription medication and restricted duty for 3 days
An injury requiring prescription medication or resulting in restricted work or lost workdays beyond first aid must be recorded on the OSHA 300 Log.
The NIOSH Lifting Equation is used to calculate the Recommended Weight Limit (RWL). What does a Lifting Index (LI) greater than 1.0 indicate?
Answer: The lifting task may pose an increased risk of musculoskeletal injury
An LI greater than 1.0 indicates the nominal load exceeds the RWL, posing increased risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders for some workers.
In a manufacturing facility, a Globally Harmonized System (GHS) pictogram showing a flame over a circle indicates what type of chemical hazard?
Answer: Oxidizer
The GHS flame-over-circle pictogram specifically identifies oxidizers, which can intensify fires by supplying oxygen.
Under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), which engineering control is considered a Sharps Injury Prevention measure?
Answer: Use of needleless systems and safety-engineered sharps devices
Needleless systems and sharps with engineered sharps injury protections are primary engineering controls mandated by 29 CFR 1910.1030 to reduce needlestick injuries.
What does the OSHA VPP (Voluntary Protection Programs) 'Star' designation signify for a manufacturing facility?
Answer: The facility demonstrates exemplary safety and health management exceeding OSHA standards
OSHA's VPP Star status recognizes facilities whose safety and health management systems significantly exceed OSHA requirements and industry norms.