NSC OSHA Compliance 3

Question 1

Which OSHA standard governs the control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout)?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.147

Answer

29 CFR 1910.147 is OSHA's Lockout/Tagout standard, also called the Control of Hazardous Energy standard.

Question 2

How many days does an employer have to report a worker fatality to OSHA?

Accepted Answer

8 hours

Answer

Employers must report any work-related fatality to OSHA within 8 hours of learning about it.

Question 3

What is the maximum fine OSHA can impose for a willful or repeated violation as of recent updates?

Accepted Answer

$156,259

Answer

OSHA adjusts penalties for inflation; willful or repeated violations carry a maximum penalty of $156,259 per violation (as of 2023 adjustments).

Question 4

Under OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, what type of medical evaluation must workers complete before being fit-tested for a respirator?

Accepted Answer

Questionnaire or physical exam

Answer

29 CFR 1910.134 requires a medical evaluation using a questionnaire (OSHA Appendix C) or physical exam before a fit test.

Question 5

In OSHA's hierarchy of controls, which control method is considered most effective at reducing hazards?

Accepted Answer

Elimination

Answer

Elimination — physically removing the hazard — is the most effective method in OSHA's hierarchy of controls.

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