COHN Workplace Injury and Illness 3

Question 1

When calculating the OSHA incidence rate for days away from work, which denominator is used?

Accepted Answer

100 full-time workers (200,000 hours)

Answer

OSHA incidence rates are calculated per 100 full-time equivalent workers, using 200,000 as the standard denominator.

Question 2

Which hierarchy of controls level provides the GREATEST protection against workplace injury?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

Answer

Elimination removes the hazard entirely and is the most effective level at the top of the hierarchy of controls.

Question 3

A construction worker sustains a traumatic amputation on the job. Under OSHA regulations, the employer must report this event to OSHA within:

Accepted Answer

24 hours

Answer

OSHA requires amputation, inpatient hospitalization, and loss of an eye to be reported within 24 hours of the incident.

Question 4

The occupational health nurse is analyzing injury trends and notices an increase in soft-tissue injuries during the afternoon shift. Which surveillance method best identifies causative workplace factors?

Accepted Answer

Active surveillance through systematic worksite walk-throughs

Answer

Active surveillance through walk-throughs allows direct observation of tasks, postures, and conditions contributing to injuries.

Question 5

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), what is the employer's obligation when an injured worker cannot return to their original job?

Accepted Answer

Provide reasonable accommodation if the worker is otherwise qualified

Answer

The ADA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, including injured workers.

COHN Exam Practice Test

COHN Exam Practice Test

COHN Workplace Injury and Illness 3