#1
What does the acronym 'OSHA' stand for in the context of workplace safety?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Office of Safety and Hazard Assessment
Occupational Safety and Hazard Assessment
Office of Safety and Health Administration
#2
Which of the following is a common symbol used to indicate hazardous materials in the workplace?
Green Cross
Red Triangle
Yellow Diamond
Blue Square
#3
What is the purpose of a job safety analysis (JSA) in the workplace?
To evaluate employee performance
To identify and control workplace hazards
To assess employee job satisfaction
To monitor employee attendance
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)?
Coughing
Headache
Back pain
Vision problems
#5
Which agency is responsible for enforcing regulations related to workplace safety and health in the United States?
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
#6
What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in the workplace?
To provide information on workplace benefits
To list contact details of employees
To communicate potential hazards of chemicals
To share employee performance records
#7
In the hierarchy of controls, which control measure is considered the most effective in reducing workplace hazards?
Administrative controls
Engineering controls
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Elimination or substitution
#8
Which organization is responsible for developing and publishing the NFPA 704 standard for chemical hazard identification?
#9
What does the term 'ergonomics' refer to in the context of workplace safety?
Study of human factors in design and operation
Handling of emergency situations
Preventing electrical hazards
Management of chemical spills
#10
What is the primary purpose of the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure?
To secure confidential information
To isolate energy sources and prevent accidental startup of equipment
To limit employee access to certain areas
To organize workplace events
#11
What is the recommended temperature for most indoor workplaces according to occupational safety guidelines?
Below 0°C
20-25°C
30-35°C
Above 40°C
#12
Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for fires involving flammable liquids and gases?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
#13
What is the permissible exposure limit (PEL) for airborne concentrations of a substance in an 8-hour work shift?
1 part per million (ppm)
10 parts per million (ppm)
50 parts per million (ppm)
100 parts per million (ppm)
#14
Which international organization provides guidelines for occupational health and safety management systems?
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
ILO (International Labour Organization)
WHO (World Health Organization)
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
#15
What is the recommended lighting level for general office work according to ergonomic guidelines?
100-200 lux
500-1000 lux
2000-3000 lux
5000-7000 lux