OSHA OSHA - Safety Certificate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Under OSHA standards, who is responsible for paying for required personal protective equipment?

Accepted Answer

The employer

Answer

OSHA requires employers to provide and pay for PPE that is necessary to protect employees from workplace hazards.

Question 2

Which type of PPE is specifically required when working with chemicals that may splash?

Accepted Answer

Chemical splash goggles

Answer

Chemical splash goggles create a seal around the eyes to prevent hazardous liquids from reaching them during splash events.

Question 3

What must an employer do before selecting PPE for their workers?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a workplace hazard assessment

Answer

OSHA requires employers to perform a hazard assessment to identify workplace dangers and determine the appropriate PPE needed.

Question 4

When should a fall protection harness be removed from service?

Accepted Answer

After it has been subjected to fall arrest forces

Answer

A harness that has arrested a fall may have stretched or sustained invisible damage to its fibers and must be removed from service immediately.

Question 5

Which OSHA standard specifically covers PPE requirements for general industry?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.132

Answer

29 CFR 1910.132 establishes the general requirements for PPE in general industry workplaces, including hazard assessment and equipment selection.

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