CWLP Safety Procedures 3

Question 1

At what height does OSHA require fall protection for general industry warehouse workers on elevated surfaces?

Accepted Answer

4 feet

Answer

OSHA's general industry standard (29 CFR 1910.28) requires fall protection when workers are exposed to falls of 4 feet or more.

Question 2

What information must be included on a hazardous material label under OSHA's HazCom 2012 (GHS) standard?

Accepted Answer

Product identifier, signal word, hazard statements, and pictograms

Answer

GHS-aligned HazCom 2012 labels require a product identifier, signal word, hazard and precautionary statements, pictograms, and supplier information.

Question 3

A worker is required to lift boxes weighing 60 lbs repeatedly throughout a shift. Which is the BEST ergonomic practice?

Accepted Answer

Use mechanical assists such as lift tables or team lifting

Answer

Mechanical assists and team lifting reduce musculoskeletal injury risk; twisting and bending at the waist significantly increase injury risk.

Question 4

What is the correct action when a forklift's warning horn fails during a pre-shift inspection?

Accepted Answer

Remove the forklift from service until the horn is repaired

Answer

Any safety-critical defect found during pre-shift inspection requires removing the equipment from service until repaired.

Question 5

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically required when operating in a warehouse cold storage area at -10°F?

Accepted Answer

Insulated gloves, thermal clothing, and face protection rated for extreme cold

Answer

Extreme cold environments require layered thermal protection for the hands, body, and face to prevent frostbite and hypothermia.

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