GAT Safety and Compliance 2

Question 1

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), what document must accompany every hazardous chemical in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Answer

OSHA's HazCom Standard requires a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for every hazardous chemical to inform workers of risks and safe handling.

Question 2

A fire extinguisher rated 'ABC' is designed to fight which types of fires?

Accepted Answer

Ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids, and electrical fires

Answer

ABC extinguishers cover Class A (ordinary combustibles), Class B (flammable liquids), and Class C (electrical) fires.

Question 3

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for enforcing workplace safety and health standards in the United States?

Accepted Answer

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

Answer

OSHA, under the Department of Labor, sets and enforces workplace safety and health regulations.

Question 4

In an emergency evacuation, which action should employees take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Follow the posted evacuation route to the nearest exit

Answer

Employees should immediately follow the designated evacuation route to exit safely without delaying for belongings.

Question 5

What does the term 'lockout/tagout' (LOTO) refer to in workplace safety?

Accepted Answer

Procedures to disable machinery and prevent accidental re-energization during maintenance

Answer

LOTO procedures isolate energy sources and lock/tag them to protect workers servicing or maintaining equipment.

(GAT) General Achievement Test Practice Test