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Workplace Safety Regulations and Standards Quiz

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Which organization is responsible for setting workplace safety regulations in the United States?

OSHA

Explanation

OSHA sets workplace safety regulations in the US.

What does the acronym PPE stand for in the context of workplace safety?

Personal Protection Equipment

Explanation

PPE refers to Personal Protection Equipment used in workplace safety.

Which of the following is a primary goal of conducting safety training in the workplace?

Reducing the risk of accidents and injuries

Explanation

The primary goal of safety training is to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace.

What is the primary purpose of a Safety Inspection in the workplace?

Identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and practices

Explanation

Safety inspections identify and correct unsafe conditions and practices in the workplace.

Which color is commonly associated with indicating a warning or caution sign in workplace safety?

Yellow

Explanation

Yellow is commonly used to indicate warning or caution signs in workplace safety.

What does MSDS stand for in the context of handling hazardous materials?

Material Safety Data Sheet

Explanation

MSDS stands for Material Safety Data Sheet, used for handling hazardous materials.

What is the primary purpose of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) in the workplace?

To identify and mitigate workplace hazards

Explanation

JSA's primary purpose is to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.

In the context of workplace safety, what does the term 'ergonomics' refer to?

The design of equipment and devices for human comfort and efficiency

Explanation

Ergonomics refers to designing equipment for human comfort and efficiency in workplace safety.

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a safety committee in a workplace?

Ensuring compliance with safety regulations

Explanation

Safety committees ensure compliance with safety regulations in the workplace.

#10

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on electrical fires?

Class C

Explanation

Class C fire extinguishers are suitable for electrical fires.

#11

What does the acronym R.I.D.D.O.R. stand for in the context of reporting incidents in the workplace?

Report, Investigate, Determine, Document, Obtain Results

Explanation

R.I.D.D.O.R. stands for Report, Investigate, Determine, Document, Obtain Results in incident reporting.

#12

In the hierarchy of controls for workplace hazards, which control measure is considered the most effective?

Elimination or substitution of the hazard

Explanation

Elimination or substitution of the hazard is the most effective control measure in workplace hazard control.

Workplace Safety Regulations and Standards Quiz

Which organization is responsible for setting workplace safety regulations in the United States?

What does the acronym PPE stand for in the context of workplace safety?

Which of the following is a primary goal of conducting safety training in the workplace?

What is the primary purpose of a Safety Inspection in the workplace?

Which color is commonly associated with indicating a warning or caution sign in workplace safety?

What does MSDS stand for in the context of handling hazardous materials?

What is the primary purpose of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) in the workplace?

In the context of workplace safety, what does the term 'ergonomics' refer to?

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a safety committee in a workplace?

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on electrical fires?

What does the acronym R.I.D.D.O.R. stand for in the context of reporting incidents in the workplace?

In the hierarchy of controls for workplace hazards, which control measure is considered the most effective?

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