PHRca PHRCA Health, Safety, and Workers' Comp Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Under California law, which agency is primarily responsible for enforcing workplace safety and health standards?

Accepted Answer

Cal/OSHA

Answer

Cal/OSHA (the Division of Occupational Safety and Health) is California's primary agency for enforcing workplace safety and health regulations.

Question 2

What is the maximum time an employer has to report a serious occupational injury or illness to Cal/OSHA?

Accepted Answer

8 hours

Answer

California employers must report any serious injury, illness, or death to Cal/OSHA within 8 hours of learning about it.

Question 3

Which of the following is required under California's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)?

Accepted Answer

A written workplace safety plan

Answer

California requires all employers to establish, implement, and maintain a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program.

Question 4

In California, what is the waiting period before temporary disability benefits begin under workers' compensation?

Accepted Answer

3 days

Answer

There is a 3-day waiting period before temporary disability benefits commence, though it is retroactively waived if the disability extends beyond 14 days.

Question 5

Which type of workers' compensation benefit covers the cost of retraining when an injured employee cannot return to their previous job in California?

Accepted Answer

Supplemental job displacement benefit

Answer

The supplemental job displacement benefit provides a voucher for retraining or skill enhancement when the employee cannot return to their usual occupation.

PHRca - Professional in Human Resources - California Practice Test

PHRca - Professional in Human Resources - California Practice Test

PHRca PHRCA Health, Safety, and Workers' Comp Questions and Answers 2