OSHA Hazard Flashcards
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Which of the following is classified as a biological hazard under OSHA standards?
Answer: Bloodborne pathogens
Bloodborne pathogens such as HIV and Hepatitis B are classified as biological hazards regulated under OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.1030.
What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?
Answer: To identify potential hazards associated with each step of a job
A Job Hazard Analysis systematically examines each step of a task to identify potential hazards and recommend preventive measures.
Under OSHA regulations, which type of hazard does prolonged exposure to high decibel levels represent?
Answer: Physical hazard
Excessive noise is classified as a physical hazard, and OSHA requires hearing conservation programs when exposure reaches 85 dB over an 8-hour TWA.
An employer discovers that employees are exposed to silica dust above the permissible exposure limit. What is the employer's FIRST obligation?
Answer: Implement engineering controls to reduce exposure
OSHA's hierarchy of controls requires employers to first implement engineering controls such as ventilation or wet methods before relying on PPE.
Which OSHA standard specifically addresses the hazard communication requirements for chemical substances in the workplace?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1200
29 CFR 1910.1200, the Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), requires employers to inform workers about chemical hazards through labels, SDSs, and training.
What does the term 'imminent danger' mean in OSHA enforcement?
Answer: A condition where danger exists that could cause death or serious harm immediately
An imminent danger is a condition where there is reasonable certainty that a hazard exists that can cause death or serious physical harm immediately or before it can be eliminated.