#1
Which of the following is a primary objective of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations?
Ensuring the safety and well-being of workers
ExplanationOHS regulations aim to safeguard workers' safety and well-being.
#2
What does the acronym 'OSHA' stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Explanation'OSHA' stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
#3
What does the 'Hierarchy of Controls' prioritize?
Eliminating or minimizing hazards
ExplanationThe 'Hierarchy of Controls' prioritizes eliminating or minimizing hazards.
#4
What is the primary goal of an ergonomic assessment in the workplace?
To identify and reduce physical strain and injury risk
ExplanationErgonomic assessments aim to identify and reduce physical strain and injury risk in the workplace.
#5
What is the purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in the workplace?
To provide information on workplace hazards and safety precautions for chemicals
ExplanationSDSs provide information on workplace hazards and safety precautions for chemicals.
#6
Which agency is responsible for enforcing OHS regulations in the United States?
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
ExplanationOSHA is responsible for enforcing OHS regulations in the United States.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a common hazard in the workplace?
Excessive paperwork
ExplanationExcessive paperwork is not a typical workplace hazard.
#8
What is the role of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in OHS regulations?
To provide information on hazardous chemicals
ExplanationSDSs offer information on hazardous chemicals as required by OHS regulations.
#9
What is the purpose of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) in the context of OHS?
To assess the risks associated with specific job tasks
ExplanationJSA is used to evaluate risks associated with specific job tasks in the context of OHS.
#10
Which of the following is an example of a 'near miss' in the workplace?
An employee reporting a hazard before it causes harm
ExplanationA 'near miss' is when a hazard is reported before causing harm.
#11
Which organization sets safety standards for electrical equipment in the United States?
ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
ExplanationANSI sets safety standards for electrical equipment in the United States.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a common type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
Cell phone
ExplanationA cell phone is not a common type of PPE.
#13
In the hierarchy of controls for hazard mitigation, which control measure is considered the least effective?
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
ExplanationPPE is the least effective control measure in hazard mitigation hierarchy.