Workplace Safety and Risk Flashcards

In the hierarchy of controls, which method is considered the most effective for reducing a hazard?

Answer: Elimination

Elimination removes the hazard entirely and is the most effective control.

Which OSHA program protects employees from unexpected machine energization during maintenance?

Answer: Lockout/Tagout

Lockout/Tagout procedures control hazardous energy during servicing and maintenance.

Personal protective equipment is generally considered which type of control measure?

Answer: The last line of defense

PPE is the least effective control and is used as a last line of defense.

Which standard requires employers to protect workers from exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials?

Answer: Bloodborne Pathogens Standard

The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard protects workers from exposure to blood and infectious materials.

A workers' compensation system is generally based on what principle?

Answer: No-fault coverage of work-related injuries

Workers' compensation provides no-fault benefits for work-related injuries regardless of who was at fault.

What does an experience modification rate (EMR) primarily affect for an employer?

Answer: Workers' compensation insurance premiums

The EMR adjusts workers' compensation premiums based on an employer's claims history.

Which OSHA inspection priority is ranked highest?

Answer: Imminent danger situations

Imminent danger situations receive the highest OSHA inspection priority.