SAFETY

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_________ are required to conduct tailgate safety meetings.

Employees

Supervisors (correct)

Apprentices

Contractors

DOSH requires a contractor to obtain a permit when constructing:

Buildings or scaffolding more than 3 stories

Trenches that are 5 feet or deeper, where a person is required to descend

Demolishes any building more than 3 stories

All of the above (correct)

Which of the following agencies does NOT share responsibilities regarding hazardous substances?

California Department of Public Health

California Department of Avionics (correct)

Department of Toxic Substances Control

California Highway Patrol

Which of the following agencies are responsible for enforcing the Cal/OSHA health and safety standards?

Division of Occupational Safety and Health Signup and view all the answers

All employees who use or are exposed to hazardous substances must be provided:

Information and training Signup and view all the answers

CAL/OSHA specifies that a minimum of one toilet shall be provided for _____ workers at a job site

20 Signup and view all the answers

When hazardous materials are delivered to a contractor, the supplier must furnish them with a _____ regarding the hazardous materials.

MSDS Signup and view all the answers

What is a general symptom of heat stroke?

Muscles twitching uncontrollably Signup and view all the answers

What should a contractor do if hazardous materials are found on the job site?

Immediately stop work, remove all employees from the work site, and notify the appropriate agency Signup and view all the answers

Complaints for serious violations must be investigated by DOSH within how many days?

3 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of work do not require a DOSH permit?

Excavation of a 10-foot-deep swimming pool Signup and view all the answers

If electrical equipment on a job is faulty, when is it allowed to be used?

After an approved repair has been done to the equipment Signup and view all the answers

When employees are working with hazardous materials, how and/or where is the information concerning materials obtained if an employee wants the information?

It should be posted near the job site or kept by the supervisor and supplied to the employee upon request Signup and view all the answers

What size company must comply with standard safety training?

All businesses Signup and view all the answers

Employees shall not be required to work in an unsafe place ____________.

Under any circumstances Signup and view all the answers

If a home is built prior to a contractor must provide the homeowner or tenant with information on lead-based paint hazards when disturbing square feet of an indoor area.

1978 … 6 Signup and view all the answers

How can workers and employers learn if a construction material constitutes a cancer threat?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What action should the contractor take if human remains or burial remains are found at a construction site?

Stop work immediately and contact the county coroner Signup and view all the answers

Who is legally responsible for temporary employees?

The licensed contractor Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the goals of the Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP)?

Preventing dirt from reaching storm drains and creeks Signup and view all the answers

An appeal to a CAL/OSHA citation can only be made within ___ days.

15 Signup and view all the answers

When is it okay for an employee to use cannabis during work?

Never, according to the Supreme Court Signup and view all the answers

A contractor who disturbs lead-based paint more than indoors or outdoors must be EPA certified.

6 square feet … 20 square feet Signup and view all the answers

Which work-related injury and illness should you record?

If the injury or illness requires medical treatment beyond first aid Signup and view all the answers

If a supervisor inspects a job site and finds an employee operating machinery in an unsafe manner, then the supervisor should_______.

Correct him Signup and view all the answers

From the employer’s perspective, which of the following statements are true regarding work safety?

Jobsite hazard instructions must be given to workers when they are first employed Signup and view all the answers

A project that contains ____ square feet of asbestos-containing materials requires an asbestos removal certification or a C-22 contractor’s license.

100 Signup and view all the answers

Each contractor is required to post at least one copy of the Cal/OSHA poster and the code of safe practices:

At each location where employees report to work each day Signup and view all the answers

How much time does a prime contractor have to report a serious or fatal injury that occurred on the job site?

8 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following employees(s) are not covered by DOSH or Cal/OSHA?

Federal employees Signup and view all the answers

Who must prepare or provide the Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

The manufacturer of hazardous substances Signup and view all the answers

An employer applying for a permanent variance from Cal/OSHA regulations may apply to the:

Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Signup and view all the answers

If Cal/OSHA performs an inspection following a fatal or serious accident on the job site, then how much-advanced notice will they give the employer?

None Signup and view all the answers

What is a general symptom of heat exhaustion?

Painful muscle cramps Signup and view all the answers

What kind of chutes are used to bring debris from a 2nd or 3rd story to a dumpster below?

Enclosed chutes Signup and view all the answers

All reportable occupational injuries and illnesses are submitted on Cal/OSHA Form 5020 within:

Five days Signup and view all the answers

The Underground Service Alert wants all persons to contact their agency 2-14 days before:

Trenching or excavating Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for posting safety regulations at the job site?

The employer Signup and view all the answers

When are employees allowed to work in an unsafe area?

If the employee is properly protected and is in the area to repair the problem Signup and view all the answers

During removal of asbestos from ceilings:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for “tailgate” safety meetings?

The foreman Signup and view all the answers

If the area contains more than ____ of asbestos, the contractor must obtain a permit from DOSH.

100 square feet Signup and view all the answers

Why should a contractor keep records relating to accidents and other work-related injuries?

These records may help identify the causes of accidents and injuries Signup and view all the answers

If the contractor unlawfully removes asbestos, they may be fined:

Minimum of $1,000.00 and/or have their license suspended or revoked Signup and view all the answers

A contractor that removes hazardous waste must:

Be certified to remove hazardous waste Signup and view all the answers

What can be done to avoid heat stroke?

Training, water, and shade Signup and view all the answers

An employee is sent home for an accident that occurred on the job. The employee is hoping to return to work as soon as possible but isn’t sure of the situation, what should the contractor do?

Require the employee to make a written report before leaving, even if it is never filed Signup and view all the answers

Performing a job safely requires a contractor to:

Find a competent individual to survey the job site allowing them to determine what hazards exist and what safeguards will be required Signup and view all the answers

When is a contractor allowed to advertise for the removal of asbestos?

If the contractor holds the appropriate certification/classification Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following agencies may grant a temporary variance for safety?

DOSH Signup and view all the answers

A contractor is required to send an annual summary of past occupational illnesses and injuries, but employees can request this information directly from Cal/OSHA. Employers with employees are required to do this.

more than 10 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding safety meetings between the foreman and employees?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Complaints for non-serious violations must be investigated by DOSH within how many days?

14 Signup and view all the answers

If an employer does not voluntarily comply with CAL/OSHA standards, then the ___________________________.

Division of Occupational Safety and Health will issue a citation, corrective order, and civil monetary penalties Signup and view all the answers

According to Cal/OSHA regulations, which of the following is not a requirement for employers?

Have DOSH personnel personally monitor all safety conferences Signup and view all the answers

If there was a fire on a job and it was contained, how should the employer proceed?

Investigate and include a written report Signup and view all the answers

Which type of injury or illness does not have to be reported to the Division of Labor Statistics and Research?

A cut which received immediate medical attention after which the employee returns to work Signup and view all the answers

Cal/OSHA may issue a temporary variance for which of the following?

Cal/OSHA can issue a temporary variance for any of the above situations Signup and view all the answers

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_________ are required to conduct tailgate safety meetings.

DOSH requires a contractor to obtain a permit when constructing:

Which of the following agencies does NOT share responsibilities regarding hazardous substances?

Which of the following agencies are responsible for enforcing the Cal/OSHA health and safety standards?

All employees who use or are exposed to hazardous substances must be provided:

CAL/OSHA specifies that a minimum of one toilet shall be provided for _____ workers at a job site

When hazardous materials are delivered to a contractor, the supplier must furnish them with a _____ regarding the hazardous materials.

What is a general symptom of heat stroke?

What should a contractor do if hazardous materials are found on the job site?

Complaints for serious violations must be investigated by DOSH within how many days?

Which of the following types of work do not require a DOSH permit?

If electrical equipment on a job is faulty, when is it allowed to be used?

When employees are working with hazardous materials, how and/or where is the information concerning materials obtained if an employee wants the information?

What size company must comply with standard safety training?

Employees shall not be required to work in an unsafe place ____________.

If a home is built prior to a contractor must provide the homeowner or tenant with information on lead-based paint hazards when disturbing square feet of an indoor area.

How can workers and employers learn if a construction material constitutes a cancer threat?

What action should the contractor take if human remains or burial remains are found at a construction site?

Who is legally responsible for temporary employees?

What is one of the goals of the Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP)?

An appeal to a CAL/OSHA citation can only be made within ___ days.

When is it okay for an employee to use cannabis during work?

A contractor who disturbs lead-based paint more than ____ indoors or ____ outdoors must be EPA certified.

Which work-related injury and illness should you record?

If a supervisor inspects a job site and finds an employee operating machinery in an unsafe manner, then the supervisor should_______.

From the employer’s perspective, which of the following statements are true regarding work safety?

A project that contains ____ square feet of asbestos-containing materials requires an asbestos removal certification or a C-22 contractor’s license.

Each contractor is required to post at least one copy of the Cal/OSHA poster and the code of safe practices:

How much time does a prime contractor have to report a serious or fatal injury that occurred on the job site?

Which of the following employees(s) are not covered by DOSH or Cal/OSHA?

Who must prepare or provide the Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

An employer applying for a permanent variance from Cal/OSHA regulations may apply to the:

If Cal/OSHA performs an inspection following a fatal or serious accident on the job site, then how much-advanced notice will they give the employer?

What is a general symptom of heat exhaustion?

What kind of chutes are used to bring debris from a 2nd or 3rd story to a dumpster below?

All reportable occupational injuries and illnesses are submitted on Cal/OSHA Form 5020 within:

The Underground Service Alert wants all persons to contact their agency 2-14 days before:

Who is responsible for posting safety regulations at the job site?

When are employees allowed to work in an unsafe area?

During removal of asbestos from ceilings:

Who is responsible for “tailgate” safety meetings?

If the area contains more than ____ of asbestos, the contractor must obtain a permit from DOSH.

Why should a contractor keep records relating to accidents and other work-related injuries?

If the contractor unlawfully removes asbestos, they may be fined:

A contractor that removes hazardous waste must:

What can be done to avoid heat stroke?

An employee is sent home for an accident that occurred on the job. The employee is hoping to return to work as soon as possible but isn’t sure of the situation, what should the contractor do?

Performing a job safely requires a contractor to:

When is a contractor allowed to advertise for the removal of asbestos?

Which of the following agencies may grant a temporary variance for safety?

A contractor is required to send an annual summary of past occupational illnesses and injuries, but employees can request this information directly from Cal/OSHA. Employers with employees are required to do this.

Which of the following is true regarding safety meetings between the foreman and employees?

Complaints for non-serious violations must be investigated by DOSH within how many days?

If an employer does not voluntarily comply with CAL/OSHA standards, then the ___________________________.

According to Cal/OSHA regulations, which of the following is not a requirement for employers?

If there was a fire on a job and it was contained, how should the employer proceed?

Which type of injury or illness does not have to be reported to the Division of Labor Statistics and Research?

Cal/OSHA may issue a temporary variance for which of the following?

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