Safety and Compliance Flashcards
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Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, what must employers provide to employees who work with hazardous chemicals?
Answer: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and proper training
OSHA's HazCom Standard requires employers to provide Safety Data Sheets and training so employees understand chemical hazards.
In a government office, who is primarily responsible for ensuring workstations meet ergonomic standards?
Answer: The employer/agency
Employers bear primary responsibility for providing ergonomically safe workstations to prevent musculoskeletal disorders.
What is the correct action when you discover a blocked emergency exit in your office?
Answer: Report it to a supervisor immediately
Blocked emergency exits are an immediate safety hazard and must be reported to a supervisor right away so they can be cleared.
Which regulation governs the handling of personally identifiable information (PII) at the county level in California?
Answer: The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and related state law
California's CCPA and related state statutes govern PII handling by public agencies, supplementing federal requirements.
A co-worker reports feeling dizzy and nauseous after using a cleaning product in an enclosed space. What should you do first?
Answer: Move them to fresh air and call for medical assistance
Moving an affected person to fresh air and seeking medical help immediately are the priority steps in a chemical exposure situation.
What does the term 'universal precautions' mean in a workplace safety context?
Answer: Assuming all blood and body fluids are potentially infectious
Universal precautions is a CDC approach that treats all blood and body fluids as potentially infectious to prevent disease transmission.
When is it permissible for a clerical employee to override a mandatory records-retention policy?
Answer: It is never permissible without proper authorization
Records-retention policies are legally binding, and overriding them requires formal authorization—never discretionary action by staff.