Safety Program Management Flashcards

Which element is considered the foundation of an effective arboricultural safety program?

Answer: Management commitment and employee involvement

Management commitment and employee involvement are widely recognized as the foundational elements of any successful occupational safety program.

What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) in tree care operations?

Answer: To identify and control hazards before work begins

A JHA systematically identifies potential hazards associated with specific job tasks so controls can be implemented before work starts.

Under OSHA's General Duty Clause, employers are required to:

Answer: Furnish a workplace free from recognized serious hazards

Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause serious harm or death.

How often should safety meetings typically be held for active tree care crews?

Answer: Regularly — at minimum weekly or per-job tailgate talks

Best practice and many employer programs call for weekly or per-job tailgate safety meetings to keep hazard awareness current.

Which document records work-related injuries and illnesses that must be maintained by employers with 11 or more employees?

Answer: OSHA 300 Log

OSHA's 300 Log (Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses) is required for employers with 11 or more employees.

A near-miss reporting program is valuable to a safety program primarily because it:

Answer: Reveals hazardous conditions before they cause injuries

Near-miss reports expose existing hazards and system failures, allowing corrective action before a serious injury occurs.

When establishing a safety incentive program, which approach is considered most effective and OSHA-compliant?

Answer: Incentivizing hazard identification and safe behavior reporting

Incentive programs that reward proactive safety behaviors (hazard reporting, participation) are preferred over outcome-based programs that may discourage injury reporting.