Safety Regulations & Standards Flashcards
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Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1020, how long must employers retain employee medical records and exposure records?
Answer: Duration of employment plus 30 years
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1020 requires employers to preserve and maintain employee medical and exposure records for the duration of employment plus 30 years.
A public safety instructor notices a student about to perform a task in an unsafe manner. According to OSHA's General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)), what is the employer's obligation?
Answer: Provide a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious harm
The General Duty Clause of the OSH Act requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm.
Which NFPA standard covers fire investigator professional qualifications?
Answer: NFPA 1033
NFPA 1033 is the Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator, detailing the minimum job performance requirements for fire investigators.
In the context of HAZMAT safety, what does the ERG (Emergency Response Guidebook) provide for first responders?
Answer: First-action guidance for initial response to hazardous materials incidents
The ERG, published by DOT/PHMSA, provides first responders with first-action guidance — protective action distances, hazard information, and emergency response procedures — for the initial phase of a HAZMAT incident.
According to OSHA regulations, which of the following is a required element of an effective written Hazard Communication Program?
Answer: A list of hazardous chemicals present in the workplace
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires the written program to include a list of hazardous chemicals known to be present in the workplace.
Which ANSI/ISEA standard governs the performance requirements for high-visibility safety apparel used by public safety workers in traffic environments?
Answer: ANSI/ISEA 107
ANSI/ISEA 107 is the American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel, establishing performance requirements for garments used near vehicle traffic.
A public safety instructor is teaching about OSHA recordkeeping. On which OSHA form must work-related injuries and illnesses be recorded within 7 calendar days?
Answer: OSHA Form 300
Work-related injuries and illnesses must be recorded on the OSHA Form 300 (Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses) within 7 calendar days of learning of the recordable case.