30 Questions
What is an essential component of an audit policy and program?
Designation of auditor competency
What is the primary purpose of management reviews?
To evaluate the overall strategy of the EHS management system
What is the goal of corrective action?
To eliminate the root cause of a detected nonconformity
What is the primary focus of preventive action?
Eliminating the cause of a potential nonconformity
What is the ongoing process of improving the EHSMS?
Continual improvement
What is the purpose of arranging for corrective and preventive action?
To improve overall EHS management system performance
What is the primary concern of mechanical hazards in the workplace?
Power-driven machines and equipment
What is the purpose of lockout devices in mechanical hazard control?
To prevent accidental or inadvertent energizing of a machine during servicing
What is the primary function of photoelectric devices in mechanical hazard control?
To shut down the machine whenever the light field is broken
What is the primary benefit of automatic feed systems in mechanical hazard control?
Eliminating the need for operators to enter the danger zone
What is the primary concern of electrical hazards in the workplace?
Contact with energized equipment or a conductor
What is the purpose of electromechanical devices in mechanical hazard control?
To allow only specified movement between the worker and hazard
What is the purpose of Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs) or Threshold Limit Values (TLVs)?
To ensure that levels of a chemical in the air are kept below a certain amount for safety
Where can you obtain information about the safe handling of hazardous chemicals?
Product label and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
What is an example of a biological hazard?
Insect or animal bite
What is the definition of a microorganism?
A minute organism, such as microbes, bacteria, cocci, viruses, molds, etc.
What is radiation?
The emission of energy in the form of electromagnetic waves or stream of particles
What is the definition of a biological hazard?
Organisms or products of organisms that present a risk to humans
What is the most common type of fall?
Slip and fall
What is a primary cause of falls according to the text?
A design flaw in the walking surface
What is the purpose of reviewing and accepting walkways in a slip and fall prevention program?
To establish the criteria for reviewing all walking surfaces
What is a trip and fall accident characterized by?
A worker encounters an unseen foreign object in their path
What is the purpose of reconditioning and retrofitting walking surfaces?
To make walking surfaces meet review and acceptance criteria
What should a company's overall safety and health program include?
A slip and fall prevention component
What should you do before operating a lifting appliance?
Get trained on how to use the appliance
Why is it important to check the weight of the load to be lifted?
To ensure the load is not too heavy for the appliance
What should you do when lifting an object?
Lift an object with correct posture
Why is it important to inspect insulation before starting work?
To ensure there are no exposed electrical wires
What should you avoid when working with power tools?
Wearing rings or watches while using power tools
Why is it important to disconnect power from equipment before carrying out maintenance?
To prevent electrical shock
This quiz covers the development of an audit policy and program for an EHS management system, including auditor competency and methodology. It also evaluates the overall strategy of the system to determine if it meets performance objectives and workplace needs.
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