WALMART MAINTENANCE Safety and Compliance

Question 1

What does OSHA stand for?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Answer

OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the federal agency responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions.

Question 2

What is the proper procedure for handling a chemical spill in a retail environment?

Accepted Answer

Identify the chemical, consult the SDS, use appropriate PPE, contain and clean up according to SDS instructions

Answer

The Safety Data Sheet provides specific cleanup procedures for each chemical. Using the wrong cleanup method could create additional hazards.

Question 3

What is the maximum height a maintenance worker should work from without fall protection?

Accepted Answer

6 feet in general industry

Answer

OSHA requires fall protection for general industry workers at heights of 4 feet or more above a lower level, which applies to most retail maintenance situations.

Question 4

What is the GHS system used for in maintenance work?

Accepted Answer

Providing a globally standardized system for classifying and labeling hazardous chemicals

Answer

The Globally Harmonized System provides standardized hazard classification, labeling (with pictograms), and Safety Data Sheet formats for chemicals used worldwide.

Question 5

What should be included in a maintenance department's safety meeting?

Accepted Answer

Review of recent incidents, safety tips, hazard reports, and updates on safety policies

Answer

Safety meetings should address recent incidents to learn from them, proactive safety tips, employee-reported hazards, and any changes to safety procedures.

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WALMART MAINTENANCE Safety and Compliance