Are You OSHA Savvy?

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OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health .

(Enforced at federal and state level

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Which department administers OSHA?

Labor

Who enforces OSHA at the state level?

Department of Labor

Which states may have stricter OSHA standards than federal OSHA?

All states Signup and view all the answers

Who is exempt from OSHA regulations?

Sole proprietors Signup and view all the answers

How is OSHA enforced?

Through inspections Signup and view all the answers

Are funeral homes exempt from OSHA's record-keeping requirements?

Yes Signup and view all the answers

What must all employers, including funeral homes, post?

Job safety and health protection poster Signup and view all the answers

Which OSHA standard deals with fire extinguishers, exit signs, and lighting?

General Requirements Standard Signup and view all the answers

What are the three specific OSHA standards that apply to funeral homes?

Formaldehyde Exposure, Hazard Communication, and Bloodborne Pathogen Standards Signup and view all the answers

How long is the TWA (Time Weighted Average) measured for?

8 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the limit for TWA (Time Weighted Average) exposure?

0.75 ppm Signup and view all the answers

What is the limit for STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) exposure?

2 ppm Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the action level according to the text?

TWA exceeds 0.5 ppm Signup and view all the answers

What steps are funeral homes required to take when the action level is triggered?

Remedial steps Signup and view all the answers

What type of test should be done during peak activities?

TWA 8 HOUR test Signup and view all the answers

What type of test should be done during an embalming procedure?

STEL 15 MINS test Signup and view all the answers

How long must funeral homes notify employees in writing of monitoring results?

15 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the limit for STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) exposure according to the text?

2 ppm Signup and view all the answers

What are the 7 ongoing responsibilities for funeral homes to comply with the Formaldehyde Standard?

Provide protective clothing and equipment, conduct housekeeping, have emergency procedures, provide hazard communication, provide employee training, maintain records, and reduce exposure levels Signup and view all the answers

When does a funeral home need to properly label a new container?

If the new container is less than 10 gallons Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the topics that should be included in employee training on workplace hazards?

Bloodborne pathogens Signup and view all the answers

Who should receive employee training on workplace hazards?

All employees Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a written hazard communication program in a funeral home?

To address compliance with the Hazard Communication Standard Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard?

To protect employees from being exposed to bloodborne pathogens Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the requirements of the Exposure Control Plan under the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard?

Offering Hepatitis B vaccinations Signup and view all the answers

When should employees be trained on bloodborne pathogens under the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard?

When they are hired and annually thereafter Signup and view all the answers

What should the funeral home provide to employees who have had an exposure incident?

Medical evaluation and follow-up Signup and view all the answers

How long should training records be kept by the funeral home?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

How long should employee medical records be kept by the funeral home?

30 years Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

OSHA Overview

OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health, enforced at federal and state levels.
The department administering OSHA is not specified in the given text.

OSHA Enforcement

OSHA is enforced at the state level by designated state agencies.
Some states may have stricter OSHA standards than federal OSHA.

Exemptions and Requirements

Some employers are exempt from OSHA regulations, but the specific exemptions are not specified in the given text.
Funeral homes are not exempt from OSHA's record-keeping requirements.
All employers, including funeral homes, must post the OSHA poster informing employees of their rights and protections.

Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness

The OSHA standard that deals with fire extinguishers, exit signs, and lighting is not specified in the given text.

Formaldehyde Standard

The three specific OSHA standards that apply to funeral homes are not specified in the given text.
The Time Weighted Average (TWA) is measured over an 8-hour work shift.
The limit for TWA exposure is 0.75 ppm.
The limit for STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) exposure is 2 ppm.
The action level is triggered when the exposure level reaches 0.5 ppm.
When the action level is triggered, funeral homes are required to take steps to reduce exposure, including training and monitoring.
Air sampling tests should be done during peak activities and during embalming procedures.
Funeral homes must notify employees in writing of monitoring results within 15 working days.

Training and Communication

Employees should receive training on workplace hazards, including formaldehyde exposure, bloodborne pathogens, and hazard communication.
A written hazard communication program should be established to inform employees about hazardous chemicals in the workplace.
The purpose of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is to prevent occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
The Exposure Control Plan requires employers to provide engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment to prevent exposure.

Record Keeping

Training records should be kept by the funeral home for at least 3 years.
Employee medical records should be kept by the funeral home for at least 30 years.

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