OSHA Introduction to OSHA 5

Question 1

What does the acronym OSHA stand for?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Answer

OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Question 2

What is the purpose of an OSHA On-Site Consultation Program?

Accepted Answer

To offer free, confidential safety advice separate from enforcement

Answer

The free On-Site Consultation Program helps small businesses identify hazards without citations or penalties.

Question 3

The Hierarchy of Controls lists which method as the most effective at reducing hazards?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

Answer

Elimination sits at the top of the hierarchy of controls as the most effective method.

Question 4

Which sector was originally NOT covered by federal OSHA jurisdiction?

Accepted Answer

Self-employed individuals

Answer

OSHA does not cover the self-employed, as its protections apply to employees of covered employers.

Question 5

What is a 'competent person' as defined by OSHA construction standards?

Accepted Answer

One capable of identifying hazards and authorized to correct them

Answer

A competent person can identify existing and predictable hazards and has authorization to take corrective measures.

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