SMS Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 2

Question 1

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, what is the minimum frequency for fit testing employees who use tight-fitting respirators?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

Every 6 months

Answer

Every 2 years

Answer

Only at initial assignment

Question 2

Which type of glove material provides the best protection against ketones and aromatic hydrocarbons?

Accepted Answer

Butyl rubber

Answer

Latex

Answer

Nitrile

Answer

Neoprene

Question 3

A safety professional must select hearing protection for workers exposed to 98 dB(A) TWA noise. The selected earmuffs have an NRR of 26. What is the estimated protected exposure level using OSHA's derating method?

Accepted Answer

84 dB(A)

Answer

72 dB(A)

Answer

85 dB(A)

Answer

76 dB(A)

Question 4

What ANSI standard classification covers Type II hard hats, which provide additional protection from lateral impacts?

Accepted Answer

ANSI Z89.1

Answer

ANSI Z87.1

Answer

ANSI Z41.1

Answer

ANSI Z88.2

Question 5

When selecting chemical protective clothing (CPC), what document should a safety manager consult first to identify permeation resistance?

Accepted Answer

The PPE manufacturer's chemical resistance chart

Answer

SDS Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PPE)

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138

Answer

NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

Question 6

Which OSHA standard requires employers to establish and maintain a written respiratory protection program when employees use respirators?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.134

Answer

29 CFR 1910.120

Answer

29 CFR 1910.132

Answer

29 CFR 1910.1000

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of a PPE hazard assessment certification document?

Accepted Answer

To certify in writing that the workplace hazard assessment was performed and identifies the assessor and date

Answer

To record employee training completion for each PPE type

Answer

To document the cost of PPE purchased for each department

Answer

To satisfy insurance carrier requirements for liability coverage