EMPCO Occupational Health Services 3

Question 1

Which hierarchy of controls is considered MOST effective for eliminating workplace hazards?

Accepted Answer

Elimination

Answer

Elimination physically removes the hazard from the workplace and is the most effective control at the top of the hierarchy.

Question 2

Return-to-work programs following occupational injury PRIMARILY benefit employers by:

Accepted Answer

Lowering workers' compensation costs and maintaining productivity

Answer

Return-to-work programs reduce lost time, lower compensation costs, and help injured employees maintain their functional abilities.

Question 3

A worker is exposed to a chemical at twice the OSHA PEL for four hours. The occupational health provider should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Remove the worker from exposure and conduct medical evaluation

Answer

Overexposure above PELs requires prompt removal from the hazard and a medical evaluation to assess potential health effects.

Question 4

Carpal tunnel syndrome is an example of which occupational health condition?

Accepted Answer

Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD)

Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a musculoskeletal disorder often caused by repetitive hand and wrist motions in the workplace.

Question 5

The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) requires employers to:

Accepted Answer

Train workers on chemical hazards and maintain SDS for hazardous substances

Answer

HazCom requires hazard classification, labeling, SDS maintenance, and employee training on chemical hazards in the workplace.

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