Personal Protective Equipment Flashcards
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According to OSHA's hierarchy of controls, when should Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be used?
Answer: As the last resort after engineering and administrative controls
PPE is the last line of defense in the hierarchy of controls, used only when engineering and administrative controls cannot adequately reduce hazard exposure.
Which OSHA standard requires employers to conduct a written hazard assessment to determine the necessary PPE for workers?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.132
29 CFR 1910.132 is OSHA's general PPE standard requiring employers to assess workplace hazards and select appropriate protective equipment.
Under OSHA regulations, who is primarily responsible for paying for required PPE?
Answer: The employer
OSHA requires employers to provide and pay for most PPE required for worker protection, at no cost to employees.
What information must a written PPE hazard assessment certification document?
Answer: The workplace evaluated, the evaluator's name, and the date of assessment
OSHA requires a written certification identifying the workplace evaluated, the person who performed the assessment, and the date it was completed.
A supervisor notices an employee using visibly cracked safety goggles. What is the FIRST action the supervisor should take?
Answer: Remove the damaged PPE from service immediately
Damaged PPE must be immediately removed from service since it can no longer provide adequate protection and could lead to injury.
Which of the following is NOT a required component of OSHA PPE training?
Answer: The financial cost of replacing lost or damaged PPE
OSHA PPE training requirements cover proper use, limitations, care, and maintenance — cost of replacement is not a regulatory training requirement.
What is the primary purpose of performing a workplace PPE hazard assessment?
Answer: To identify hazards and select appropriate PPE to protect workers
A PPE hazard assessment identifies the types of hazards present (impact, chemical, heat, electrical, etc.) so appropriate protective equipment can be selected.