CSL Workplace Safety & Regulatory Compliance 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of OSHA Form 300, the Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses?

Accepted Answer

To track and classify work-related injuries and illnesses throughout the year

Answer

OSHA Form 300 requires employers to record work-related injuries and illnesses to identify patterns and improve workplace safety.

Question 2

A supervisor must conduct a safety inspection of the work area. What is the BEST approach?

Accepted Answer

Conduct scheduled and unannounced inspections on a regular basis

Answer

Regular and unannounced inspections help identify hazards proactively and ensure compliance is maintained consistently, not just before audits.

Question 3

What is the hierarchy of hazard controls listed from most to least effective?

Accepted Answer

Elimination, Substitution, Engineering, Administrative, PPE

Answer

The hierarchy places elimination at the top because removing the hazard entirely is the most effective control, while PPE is the last resort.

Question 4

Which regulation requires employers to have a written Hazard Communication Program?

Accepted Answer

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom/Right-to-Know)

Answer

OSHA's HazCom Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires a written program, SDS access, labeling, and employee training on chemical hazards.

Question 5

When must a supervisor report a workplace fatality to OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Within 8 hours of the incident

Answer

OSHA requires employers to report all work-related fatalities to OSHA within 8 hours of finding out about them.

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