Safety Regulations & Standards Flashcards
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Under OSHA's General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)), an employer is required to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause:
Answer: Death or serious physical harm
Section 5(a)(1) requires employers to protect employees from recognized hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm.
Which OSHA standard specifically addresses hazard communication and requires Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1200
29 CFR 1910.1200, known as the Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), requires SDS for hazardous chemicals.
ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 is the standard governing which category of personal protective equipment?
Answer: Eye and face protection
ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 establishes performance criteria and testing requirements for eye and face protective devices.
When must an employer notify OSHA following a work-related fatality?
Answer: Within 8 hours
OSHA requires employers to report any work-related fatality to the agency within 8 hours of learning of the incident.
The NFPA 70E standard primarily addresses safety requirements for:
Answer: Electrical work practices
NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, covers safe work practices to protect workers from electrical hazards.
Under the OSH Act, which party bears primary responsibility for ensuring workplace safety and health?
Answer: The employer
The OSH Act places the primary duty for providing a safe and healthful workplace squarely on the employer.
Which federal agency enforces safety standards in mining operations, separate from OSHA?
Answer: MSHA
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) enforces the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act for all mining operations.