PHRca PHRCA Health, Safety, and Workers' Comp Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Under California law, which agency is primarily responsible for enforcing workplace safety and health standards?

Accepted Answer

Cal/OSHA

Answer

Federal OSHA

Answer

DIR

Answer

EDD

Question 2

What is the maximum time an employer has to report a serious occupational injury or illness to Cal/OSHA?

Accepted Answer

8 hours

Answer

24 hours

Answer

48 hours

Answer

72 hours

Question 3

Which of the following is required under California's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)?

Accepted Answer

A written workplace safety plan

Answer

Annual OSHA inspections

Answer

Federal safety certification

Answer

Employee safety bonding

Question 4

In California, what is the waiting period before temporary disability benefits begin under workers' compensation?

Accepted Answer

3 days

Answer

5 days

Answer

7 days

Answer

14 days

Question 5

Which type of workers' compensation benefit covers the cost of retraining when an injured employee cannot return to their previous job in California?

Accepted Answer

Supplemental job displacement benefit

Answer

Permanent total disability

Answer

Temporary partial disability

Answer

Death benefits

Question 6

What document must California employers post in a conspicuous location to inform employees about workers' compensation coverage?

Accepted Answer

Notice to Employees poster

Answer

OSHA 300 Log

Answer

Safety Data Sheet

Answer

Workers' Comp Policy Declaration