General Workplace Safety and Health 2

Question 1

What does the 'hierarchy of controls' prioritize as the most effective method to reduce workplace hazards?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

Answer

Elimination — removing the hazard entirely — is the most effective control because it permanently ends the risk.

Question 2

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, what must a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) include?

Accepted Answer

First-aid measures and handling procedures

Answer

SDS documents are required to include 16 sections covering hazards, handling, first-aid, and emergency response for chemicals.

Question 3

An employer notices employees are developing repetitive strain injuries. Which control would BEST address this ergonomic hazard?

Accepted Answer

Redesigning workstations to reduce repetitive motion

Answer

Redesigning the workstation is an engineering control that addresses the root cause of the ergonomic hazard.

Question 4

What is the OSHA permissible noise exposure limit for an 8-hour workday?

Accepted Answer

90 dB(A)

Answer

OSHA's PEL for noise is 90 dB(A) as an 8-hour time-weighted average under 29 CFR 1910.95.

Question 5

Which type of workplace violence involves violence directed at employees by customers or clients?

Accepted Answer

Type II (Customer/client)

Answer

Type II workplace violence involves clients, patients, customers, or members of the public who become violent toward employees.

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