CPR OSHA & PPE Requirements 3

Question 1

Which OSHA standard specifically addresses respiratory protection requirements in restoration environments?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.134

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 is the Respiratory Protection Standard, governing selection, use, and maintenance of respirators.

Question 2

A worker performing mold remediation after a flood event must wear an N95 respirator. What does the 'N' designation mean?

Accepted Answer

Not resistant to oil aerosols

Answer

The 'N' in N95 means the respirator is not resistant to oil aerosols; 'R' is oil resistant, and 'P' is oil proof.

Question 3

Under OSHA's Lockout/Tagout standard, a tagout system may only be used when the employer can demonstrate that it provides a level of safety equivalent to lockout. What is one required condition?

Accepted Answer

The energy isolating device is not capable of being locked out

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 permits tagout only when the energy-isolating device is not capable of being locked out, with additional safeguards.

Question 4

During restoration work in a trench, at what minimum depth must a protective system (shoring, sloping, or shield) be used under OSHA standards?

Accepted Answer

5 feet

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.652 requires a protective system for trenches 5 feet or deeper, unless the excavation is made in stable rock.

Question 5

What class of high-visibility safety apparel is required for workers in temporary traffic control zones on public roads?

Accepted Answer

Class 2

Answer

ANSI/ISEA 107 and MUTCD require minimum Class 2 high-visibility apparel for workers in temporary traffic control zones.

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