Manufacturing and Production Manufacturing Safety (OSHA) 2

Question 1

What is the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

90 dBA as an 8-hour TWA

Answer

OSHA sets the PEL for occupational noise at 90 dBA as an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA).

Question 2

Machine guarding under OSHA is required when:

Accepted Answer

A machine has any point of operation, power transmission, or other moving parts that could injure workers

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212 requires guarding on any machine part, function, or process that may cause bodily injury.

Question 3

What is the OSHA General Duty Clause?

Accepted Answer

A provision requiring employers to provide a workplace free from recognized serious hazards

Answer

Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious injury.

Question 4

Confined space entry in manufacturing requires:

Accepted Answer

A permit system, atmospheric testing, and trained attendants for permit-required confined spaces

Answer

OSHA's Permit-Required Confined Spaces standard (29 CFR 1910.146) mandates a written permit, atmospheric monitoring, and standby personnel.

Question 5

What does NFPA 70E address in industrial facilities?

Accepted Answer

Electrical safety in the workplace including arc flash hazards

Answer

NFPA 70E provides requirements for safe work practices to protect workers from electrical hazards including arc flash and shock.

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