OIT Emergency Response and First Aid 5

Question 1

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151, which facilities are required to have a person adequately trained in first aid on-site?

Accepted Answer

Facilities where a hospital or clinic is not in near proximity

Answer

Only facilities with more than 500 employees

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All industrial facilities regardless of location

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Only facilities handling hazardous chemicals

Question 2

An operator suspects a coworker has fractured their wrist after a fall. The correct first aid action is to:

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the injury in the position found and seek medical care

Answer

Attempt to realign the bones before splinting

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Apply heat to reduce pain and swelling

Answer

Remove any rings or bracelets before assessment only if the hand feels tight

Question 3

What does the 'R' stand for in the RICE method for treating soft tissue injuries?

Accepted Answer

Rest

Answer

Rinse

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Reduce

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Relocate

Question 4

During an ammonia refrigerant leak at a processing facility, operators should evacuate in which direction relative to the wind?

Accepted Answer

Upwind to stay out of the vapor cloud

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Downwind to disperse quickly

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Crosswind to avoid the plume

Answer

Straight up the nearest stairwell regardless of wind

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of an Incident Command System (ICS) during an industrial emergency?

Accepted Answer

To provide a standardized chain of command and coordination structure

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To document injuries for insurance claims

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To notify OSHA of regulatory violations

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To manage media communications about the incident

Question 6

A worker is found in a state of shock after a serious injury. Which position is generally recommended while awaiting emergency services?

Accepted Answer

Lying flat with legs elevated about 12 inches if no spinal injury

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Seated upright at 90 degrees

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On their side in the recovery position

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Standing and walking slowly to maintain circulation

Question 7

Which respiratory hazard requires a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) rather than an air-purifying respirator for emergency response?

Accepted Answer

Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) atmosphere

Answer

Low-concentration dust in a warehouse

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Nuisance odors below threshold limit values

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Low-humidity environment above 50°F