Safety Audits and Inspections Flashcards
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Which type of safety audit evaluates whether safety management systems conform to established standards such as ISO 45001?
Answer: System audit
A system audit assesses whether the safety management system is properly designed and implemented in accordance with a standard or specification.
During a safety inspection, an inspector finds a fire extinguisher that was last serviced 18 months ago. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
Answer: Tag the extinguisher out-of-service and arrange servicing
Fire extinguishers must be removed from service when overdue for maintenance; tagging out-of-service ensures workers do not rely on potentially non-functional equipment.
What does 'audit scope' primarily define in the context of safety auditing?
Answer: The boundaries and extent of the audit including locations, activities, and time period
Audit scope defines what is included in the audit — which sites, processes, time periods, and organizational units will be examined.
Which of the following best describes a 'finding' in a safety audit report?
Answer: A statement of fact verified by objective evidence that indicates conformance or nonconformance
An audit finding is an evidence-based conclusion about whether requirements are being met or not, distinguishing it from general observations or opinions.
A safety audit team uses a stratified random sampling approach when selecting records to review. What is the primary advantage of this method?
Answer: It ensures proportional representation across different departments or risk categories
Stratified random sampling divides the population into subgroups and samples from each, ensuring all categories are represented proportionally rather than overrepresenting dominant groups.
What is the purpose of an audit 'opening meeting' with facility management?
Answer: To confirm audit objectives, scope, methods, and schedule with auditees
The opening meeting establishes mutual understanding of why the audit is occurring, what will be examined, and how the process will proceed, setting a cooperative tone.
Under OSHA's General Industry standards, how often must employers conduct formal inspections of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) used in emergency response?
Answer: Daily before each use and monthly
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 requires SCBA to be inspected before each use and at least monthly to ensure operability and safety.