IHSA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Selection & Use

Question 1

Where does Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) fall within the hierarchy of controls?

Accepted Answer

Last resort — used only when other controls are not feasible or sufficient

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First line of defense — use before all other controls

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Equivalent in priority to engineering controls

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Required only when administrative controls are absent

Question 2

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132, who is required to conduct a workplace hazard assessment to determine what PPE is necessary?

Accepted Answer

The employer

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The employee who will wear the PPE

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A third-party safety consultant

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OSHA compliance officer

Question 3

According to ANSI/ISEA Z89.1, which hard hat class provides protection against high-voltage electrical conductors?

Accepted Answer

Class E (Electrical)

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Class C (Conductive)

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Class G (General)

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Class S (Special)

Question 4

ASTM F2413 governs safety footwear. What does a rating of 'EH' stamped on a boot indicate?

Accepted Answer

Electrical hazard protection — insulates against open circuits

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Extra-heavy duty sole construction

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Enhanced heel cushioning for ergonomic use

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Environmental hazard resistance for chemical splash

Question 5

OSHA requires quantitative or qualitative fit testing for tight-fitting respirators. How often must fit testing be repeated for workers who continue to use the same respirator model?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Every 6 months

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Every 2 years

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Only at initial assignment

Question 6

Which ANSI standard governs the selection, use, and care of eye and face protection in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

ANSI Z87.1

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ANSI Z41

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ANSI Z89.1

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ANSI Z359.1

Question 7

When inspecting a safety harness before each use, a certified coach should train workers to remove it from service if they observe which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Cuts, fraying, broken stitching, or deformation of metal hardware

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Minor surface discoloration from UV exposure after 6 months of storage

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A manufacturing date older than 2 years even without visible damage

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Any dirt or debris that has not been cleaned off the webbing