Basic Safety Flashcards
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When gas welding or burning, welders are required to wear tinted goggles or welding hoods with a filter lens of not less than a _____ shade.
Answer: No. 4
When gas welding or burning, welders are required to wear tinted goggles or welding hoods with a filter lens of not less than a No. 4 shade. This specific shade provides adequate protection against the intense light and harmful ultraviolet radiation produced during these processes. Using the correct filter lens is crucial for preventing eye damage such as arc flash or cataracts.
What is the best way to protect yourself when working near moving vehicles and equipment?
Answer: Wear a reflective or high-visibility vest.
Wearing a reflective or high-visibility vest is the most effective way to protect yourself when working near moving vehicles and equipment. This makes you easily visible to equipment operators and drivers, especially in low light conditions or busy work zones. Increased visibility significantly reduces the risk of accidents and injuries by ensuring you are seen.
If a Code of Federal Regulations Standard does not specifically address a workplace hazard, which of the following must be invoked?
Answer: The general duty clause
If a Code of Federal Regulations Standard (like OSHA standards) does not specifically address a workplace hazard, the General Duty Clause of the OSH Act must be invoked. This clause requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. It acts as a catch-all to ensure worker safety even when specific regulations are absent.
To prevent ear infections, clean your earplugs regularly with:
Answer: soap and water
To prevent ear infections and maintain hygiene, earplugs should be cleaned regularly with soap and water. This simple method effectively removes dirt, wax, and bacteria that can accumulate on the earplugs during use. Proper cleaning ensures their effectiveness and prevents potential health issues associated with dirty ear protection.
Prolonged exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer, asbestosis, and _____.
Answer: mesothelioma
Prolonged exposure to asbestos can cause several severe health conditions, including lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart, and is almost exclusively caused by asbestos exposure. It is a particularly dangerous and often fatal disease.
Your personal fall arrest system should be inspected monthly by a(n) _____.
Answer: competent person
Your personal fall arrest system should be inspected monthly by a competent person. A competent person is defined by OSHA as someone capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures. Regular inspections by such an individual ensure the system's integrity, proper function, and overall safety.
When performing overhead work on scaffolding, what protective measures must be taken to prevent falling objects from striking a person below?
Answer: Toeboards, debris nets, or canopies
When performing overhead work on scaffolding, protective measures like toeboards, debris nets, or canopies are essential to prevent falling objects from striking people below. Toeboards prevent small items from being kicked off, while debris nets and canopies catch larger falling objects. These measures are critical for maintaining a safe work environment and protecting workers on lower levels.
When welding, what color is the oxygen hose?
Answer: Green
When welding, the oxygen hose is typically green. This color coding is a standard safety practice to easily identify the gas being supplied, preventing accidental connections or misuse. The acetylene hose, for comparison, is usually red, ensuring clear differentiation between the two gases.
Anything that could have caused an injury or damage, but did not because it was caught in time, is referred to as an _____.
Answer: incident
Anything that could have caused an injury or damage but did not because it was caught in time is referred to as an incident, often called a 'near miss.' Recognizing and reporting incidents is crucial for workplace safety, as it allows for investigation and corrective actions to prevent actual accidents from occurring in the future. It highlights potential hazards before they lead to harm.
A measure of the probability, consequences, and exposure related to an event is referred to as _____.
Answer: risk
A measure of the probability, consequences, and exposure related to an event is referred to as risk. In safety management, risk assessment involves evaluating the likelihood of a hazard causing harm and the severity of that harm. Understanding risk allows for the implementation of appropriate control measures to minimize potential negative outcomes and improve safety.
Which of the following data is included on a material safety data sheet for a hazardous shipment?
Answer: How to contact the manufacturer of the substance
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), now often called a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), includes crucial information about hazardous substances, such as emergency procedures, handling precautions, and physical/chemical properties. Importantly, it also provides contact information for the manufacturer or importer. This ensures users can obtain further information or assistance if needed, promoting accountability and access to expert knowledge.