STSC Safety Program Implementation 4

Question 1

When conducting a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for a new construction task, what is the correct first step?

Accepted Answer

Break the job down into its basic steps

Answer

A JHA begins by breaking the job into its basic sequential steps before hazards can be identified and controls selected.

Question 2

Which document formally establishes the authority and responsibility of the safety supervisor on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

The written safety program

Answer

The written safety program defines roles, authorities, and responsibilities including those of the safety supervisor.

Question 3

A supervisor notices workers are not following the lockout/tagout procedure. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Stop the work and correct the procedure before resuming

Answer

Lockout/tagout violations present an immediate life-threatening hazard that requires stopping work until the procedure is followed correctly.

Question 4

Under OSHA's construction standards, how long must employers retain OSHA 300 logs?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

OSHA requires employers to retain the OSHA 300 log, 300A summary, and 301 incident reports for five years following the end of the calendar year they cover.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a pre-task safety briefing (toolbox talk) on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

To communicate daily hazards and controls to workers before work begins

Answer

Pre-task briefings communicate site-specific hazards and the controls in place so workers can work safely that day.

(STSC) Safety Trained Supervisor Construction Practice Test

(STSC) Safety Trained Supervisor Construction Practice Test

STSC Safety Program Implementation 4