Workplace Safety Flashcards
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What is the minimum safe clearance distance from energized overhead power lines for unqualified workers?
Answer: 10 feet
OSHA requires at least 10 feet of clearance from energized overhead power lines for unqualified workers using standard equipment.
When must employees be trained on chemical hazards under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard?
Answer: At initial assignment and whenever new hazards are introduced
HazCom training must occur at initial assignment and whenever a new chemical hazard is introduced to the workplace.
What information is found in Section 8 of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Answer: Exposure controls and personal protection
Section 8 covers exposure limits (PELs/TLVs) and recommended personal protective equipment for working with the chemical.
Which of the following is an example of an administrative control for hazard reduction?
Answer: Rotating workers to limit exposure time
Administrative controls change work processes or schedules, such as job rotation to reduce cumulative hazardous exposure.
What is the correct first step when applying lockout/tagout (LOTO) before servicing equipment?
Answer: Notify affected employees of the shutdown
The first LOTO step is to notify all affected employees before beginning the energy isolation process.
Carpal tunnel syndrome caused by repetitive hand motions is classified as which type of workplace condition?
Answer: Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD)
Carpal tunnel syndrome and similar repetitive-motion conditions are classified as musculoskeletal disorders linked to ergonomic risk factors.
What is OSHA's permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise during an 8-hour workday?
Answer: 90 dBA
OSHA's 8-hour time-weighted average PEL for occupational noise exposure is 90 dBA.