CPM OSHA Recordkeeping & VPP 2

Question 1

Under OSHA recordkeeping rules, how long must employers retain OSHA 300 logs and related records?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

Employers must retain OSHA 300 logs, 300A summaries, and 301 incident reports for 5 years following the year to which they relate.

Question 2

Which of the following is considered a 'privacy concern case' requiring special handling on the OSHA 300 log?

Accepted Answer

An injury involving an intimate body part

Answer

Privacy concern cases include injuries to intimate body parts, sexual assaults, mental illness, HIV/HBV/HCV infections, and needle-stick injuries involving blood-borne pathogens.

Question 3

An employee works for a temporary staffing agency but works daily at your facility. Who is responsible for OSHA recordkeeping for this worker?

Accepted Answer

Whoever supervises the worker day-to-day

Answer

The employer who supervises the worker on a day-to-day basis is responsible for recording work-related injuries and illnesses.

Question 4

In VPP, what does the 'Star' status signify compared to 'Merit' status?

Accepted Answer

Star sites fully meet all VPP requirements; Merit sites are working toward Star

Answer

Star status is awarded to worksites that fully meet all VPP requirements, while Merit status recognizes sites that have the foundation but need improvement in specific areas.

Question 5

Which OSHA form is used to record supplementary information about each recordable injury or illness?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Form 301

Answer

OSHA Form 301 (Injury and Illness Incident Report) captures detailed supplementary information about each individual recordable incident.

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CPM OSHA Recordkeeping & VPP 2