OSHA OSHA - Safety Certificate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Under OSHA standards, who is responsible for paying for required personal protective equipment?

Accepted Answer

The employer

Answer

The employee

Answer

The insurance provider

Answer

OSHA directly

Question 2

Which type of PPE is specifically required when working with chemicals that may splash?

Accepted Answer

Chemical splash goggles

Answer

Steel-toed boots

Answer

Hard hat

Answer

Hearing protection

Question 3

What must an employer do before selecting PPE for their workers?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a workplace hazard assessment

Answer

Purchase the least expensive option available

Answer

Ask employees to bring their own equipment

Answer

File a report with OSHA

Question 4

When should a fall protection harness be removed from service?

Accepted Answer

After it has been subjected to fall arrest forces

Answer

After five years regardless of condition

Answer

Only when the manufacturer recalls it

Answer

When the supervisor decides it looks old

Question 5

Which OSHA standard specifically covers PPE requirements for general industry?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.132

Answer

29 CFR 1926.100

Answer

29 CFR 1904.7

Answer

29 CFR 1915.152

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a fit test for respiratory protection?

Accepted Answer

To verify the respirator creates an adequate seal on the wearer's face

Answer

To determine the employee's lung capacity

Answer

To check if the respirator filter is functioning

Answer

To measure airborne contaminant levels