CSS Personal Protective Equipment and Fire Safety

Question 1

According to OSHA's PPE standard (29 CFR 1910.132), who is primarily responsible for conducting a hazard assessment to determine necessary PPE?

Accepted Answer

The employer

Answer

OSHA 1910.132 requires the employer to assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present that necessitate the use of PPE.

Question 2

Which ANSI/ISEA standard governs the selection and use of head protection (hard hats) in U.S. workplaces?

Accepted Answer

ANSI Z89.1

Answer

ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 is the American National Standard for Industrial Head Protection, classifying hard hats by type (I, II) and class (E, G, C).

Question 3

A Class E hard hat is designed to protect against which specific hazard?

Accepted Answer

High-voltage electrical conductors up to 20,000 volts

Answer

Class E (Electrical) hard hats are tested to resist penetration and reduce the danger of contact with 20,000-volt electrical conductors.

Question 4

Which type of eye protection provides the BEST protection against chemical splash hazards?

Accepted Answer

Chemical splash goggles

Answer

Chemical splash goggles provide a sealed barrier around the eyes, preventing liquid chemicals from reaching the eyes from any direction.

Question 5

Under OSHA 1910.132, employers are generally required to provide PPE at NO cost to employees EXCEPT for which item?

Accepted Answer

Prescription safety glasses

Answer

OSHA's PPE payment rule requires employers to pay for most required PPE, but prescription eyewear that an employee could also use off the job is a noted exception.

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