CRST Workplace Hazard Identification and Control

Question 1

According to the hierarchy of hazard controls, which measure is considered the most effective?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

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Administrative controls

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Personal protective equipment

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Engineering controls

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of an engineering control for noise hazards?

Accepted Answer

Installing noise barriers around machinery

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Requiring workers to wear hearing protection

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Rotating workers to limit noise exposure time

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Posting warning signs in noisy areas

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?

Accepted Answer

To identify hazards associated with specific job tasks before work begins

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To assign responsibility for safety tasks to supervisors

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To document incidents after they occur for reporting purposes

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To train workers on emergency evacuation procedures

Question 4

Which hazard category includes chemical spills, toxic substances, and exposure to corrosive materials?

Accepted Answer

Chemical hazards

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Physical hazards

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Ergonomic hazards

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Biological hazards

Question 5

When conducting a workplace hazard inspection, which approach is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Using a systematic, planned approach with a standardized checklist

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Conducting inspections only after incidents occur

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Focusing solely on obvious physical hazards visible to inspectors

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Delegating all inspections to front-line workers without supervisor involvement

Question 6

What does the Risk Priority Number (RPN) in a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) help determine?

Accepted Answer

The relative priority of risks based on severity, occurrence, and detectability ratings

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The total number of workers exposed to a specific hazard

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The direct cost of implementing recommended hazard controls

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The minimum training time required for workers handling hazardous equipment

Question 7

Which type of workplace hazard is associated with repetitive motion, awkward postures, and forceful exertions?

Accepted Answer

Ergonomic hazard

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Chemical hazard

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Biological hazard

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Radiological hazard