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Question 1

What does the hierarchy of hazard controls prioritize as the MOST effective control measure?

Accepted Answer

Elimination of the hazard

Answer

The hierarchy places elimination at the top because removing the hazard entirely is the most effective control.

Question 2

An employee slips on a wet floor and is injured. Under OSHA recordkeeping rules (29 CFR 1904), this incident must be recorded if it results in:

Accepted Answer

Days away from work, restricted work, job transfer, or medical treatment beyond first aid

Answer

OSHA 300 log entries are required for injuries resulting in days away from work, work restrictions, job transfers, or medical treatment beyond first aid.

Question 3

What is the OSHA-required minimum illumination level (in foot-candles) for general office work areas?

Accepted Answer

10 foot-candles

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.56 specifies 10 foot-candles as the minimum for general work areas and offices.

Question 4

Which document serves as the primary reference for chemical hazard information, replacing the older Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) format?

Accepted Answer

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in GHS format

Answer

The SDS in the 16-section GHS format replaced the MSDS when OSHA adopted the Globally Harmonized System in 2012.

Question 5

Under OSHA's respiratory protection standard, when is a fit test required for a tight-fitting respirator?

Accepted Answer

Before initial use and annually thereafter, or after significant facial changes

Answer

29 CFR 1910.134 requires fit testing before first use and at least annually, as well as after changes that could affect respirator fit.

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