CPT Safety 3

Question 1

What does the hierarchy of controls recommend as the most effective way to eliminate a workplace hazard?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

Answer

Elimination — physically removing the hazard — is the most effective control because it removes the risk entirely rather than managing it.

Question 2

A production technician notices a coworker bypassing a safety interlock on a press to speed up production. The correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Report the unsafe act to a supervisor immediately

Answer

Bypassing safety interlocks creates life-threatening hazards and must be reported immediately regardless of the worker's experience level.

Question 3

Which hearing protection device provides the highest noise reduction rating (NRR) in a loud production environment?

Accepted Answer

Combined earplugs and earmuffs

Answer

Combining earplugs with earmuffs provides the highest level of hearing protection and is recommended when noise levels exceed 105 dB.

Question 4

OSHA's general duty clause requires employers to:

Accepted Answer

Keep the workplace free from recognized serious hazards

Answer

Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm.

Question 5

Which material would require Class D fire extinguisher during a production fire?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium metal shavings

Answer

Class D extinguishers are specifically designed for combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium.

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CPT Safety 3