Safety Procedures and PPE Flashcards

What is the OSHA permissible noise exposure limit for an 8-hour workday that DSNY workers must observe near loud compactor equipment?

Answer: 90 dB(A)

OSHA sets the 8-hour TWA permissible exposure limit at 90 dB(A); levels above this require hearing protection.

A sanitation worker slips and falls during route operations. What must they do according to DSNY incident reporting requirements?

Answer: File a written incident report the same day, regardless of injury severity

All workplace incidents must be reported the same day to create a record that protects the worker's rights and enables safety improvements.

Which NYC DSNY regulation governs how collection workers should handle asbestos-containing materials found in waste?

Answer: Leave it and notify the supervisor — asbestos requires special handling and disposal

Asbestos is a regulated hazardous material; collection workers must refuse it and notify supervisors for proper remediation and disposal.

What does NYC Local Law require sanitation workers to do when they see a pedestrian in the truck's path during a reverse maneuver?

Answer: Stop the truck immediately and wait for the path to clear

Immediate stopping when a pedestrian is in the reverse path is required to prevent fatal struck-by incidents.

Under DSNY ergonomic guidelines, what is the maximum recommended weight a single worker should manually lift without mechanical assistance?

Answer: 50 lbs

50 lbs is the standard single-worker manual lift limit; heavier loads require team lifting or mechanical aid to prevent musculoskeletal injury.

Which situation requires a DSNY sanitation worker to wear a respirator during collection operations?

Answer: Encountering visible dust or chemical fumes from waste

Visible dust, vapors, or chemical fumes indicate potential respiratory hazards requiring a respirator to protect lung health.