COSS Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 2

Question 1

ANSI Z87.1 is the standard for which type of PPE?

Accepted Answer

Eye and face protection

Answer

ANSI Z87.1 is the American National Standard for Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protection Devices.

Question 2

A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Section 8 is primarily consulted to determine which type of PPE?

Accepted Answer

Appropriate gloves and respiratory protection for chemical exposure

Answer

SDS Section 8 — Exposure Controls/Personal Protection — specifies recommended PPE including gloves, respirators, and eye protection for the specific chemical.

Question 3

What OSHA standard specifically covers respiratory protection requirements in general industry?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.134

Answer

29 CFR 1910.134 is OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, covering program requirements, fit testing, medical evaluation, and respirator selection.

Question 4

Before an employee can use a tight-fitting respirator, OSHA requires which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A medical evaluation and fit test

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 requires both a medical evaluation to ensure the employee can physically wear a respirator and a fit test to confirm the specific respirator seals properly.

Question 5

Class E hard hats are designed to protect against which specific hazard?

Accepted Answer

Electrical hazards up to 20,000 volts

Answer

ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Class E (Electrical) hard hats are tested and rated to protect against electrical hazards up to 20,000 volts.

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COSS Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 2