Emergency Management and Safety Procedures Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of emergency preparedness and response in an EMS framework?

To manage environmental aspects and impacts

To monitor legal compliance and improve procedures

To identify potential emergencies and develop response procedures (correct)

To ensure a safe workplace for all employees

During which process is the EMS periodically reviewed and its operation verified?

Emergency Response Planning

Internal Audit (correct)

Management Review

Documentation Control

What document would most likely contain records of corrective actions taken in response to nonconformities?

Corrective Action Form (correct)

Operational Control SOP

Retention Time Matrix

Environmental Policy

Which of the following is NOT an element listed in the ISO 14001:2004 Standard regarding EMS supporting documents?

Financial Management Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of conducting management reviews within an EMS?

To achieve continual improvement of the EMS Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods is NOT used to monitor performance in a safety program?

Direct observation of attendance Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary responsibility of host employers regarding contract employees?

Ensuring safety for contract and temporary employees Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the safety committee is true?

It plays a crucial role in program evaluation. Signup and view all the answers

Which document would NOT typically provide guidance for safety and health programs?

Financial Budget Report Signup and view all the answers

What are leading and lagging indicators primarily used for in safety programs?

To assess safety performance and outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What is a function of an injury investigation in a safety program?

To identify unsafe work practices and prevent future incidents Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an element of a management system for safety programs?

Monitoring financial performance Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'S' in SMART goals stand for?

Specific Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of an Environmental Management System (EMS)?

Increased legal liabilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of these steps does NOT belong in the basic process of an EMS?

Reviewing the organization's marketing strategy Signup and view all the answers

What model is associated with continual improvement in environmental management?

Plan-Do-Check-Act Signup and view all the answers

ISO 14001 is classified under which category?

Environmental Management System Standards Signup and view all the answers

What does an EMS help organizations primarily achieve?

Reduce exposure to liability Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is crucial for ensuring employees' effectiveness in an EMS?

Environmental awareness and competence Signup and view all the answers

Which of these environmental aspects is NOT directly related to an EMS?

Consumer product pricing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of setting SMART goals?

Establishing timelines Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about Environmental Management Systems?

They can enhance a company's public image. Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as 'an element of an organization's activities or products or services that interacts or can interact with the environment'?

Aspect Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement under ISO 14001 regarding product design?

Address environmental requirements in the design process Signup and view all the answers

What principle of product stewardship emphasizes minimizing negative impacts throughout a product's lifecycle?

Value maximization Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of supply chain accountability?

Environmental pollution Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a component of establishing environmental goals in an organization?

Market trends Signup and view all the answers

In terms of employee roles in environmental management, what is essential?

Clear designation of authority Signup and view all the answers

What should organizations consider when communicating environmental management issues?

Internal and external processes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes environmental impact?

It includes both adverse and beneficial changes to the environment. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of product stewardship in practice?

Implementing waste minimization practices during the design phase Signup and view all the answers

What essential role must employees fulfill in the context of environmental responsibility?

Be trained for their environmental responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements is NOT part of the six common elements of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)?

Financial Analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System?

To support an occupational health and safety policy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a standard format for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems commonly used in the US?

ISO 45001 Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of management leadership within an OHSMS?

Providing adequate resources Signup and view all the answers

Which step of an OHSMS focuses on assessing and prioritizing risks?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for continual improvement in an OHSMS?

Identifying management system deficiencies Signup and view all the answers

Which element in an OHSMS is responsible for communicating compliance status?

Management Review Signup and view all the answers

What does the ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 standard include as a section?

References Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an expected outcome of an effective OHSMS?

Reduced incidents of injuries and illnesses Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Duty Clause

A specific OSHA standard may not address every hazard.
The General Duty Clause applies in these cases.
Four conditions must be met for the General Duty Clause to apply:
- A hazard exists in the workplace.
- The hazard is recognized.
- The hazard is likely to cause serious physical harm to employees.
- A feasible means exists to reduce the hazard.
Examples of hazards covered under the General Duty Clause include:
- Ergonomics
- Heat/cold stress
- Combustible dust
- Lasers
- Workplace violence

Workplace Injuries

Ergonomics-related injuries account for 21-33% of workplace injuries.
Heat/cold stress resulted in 789 hospitalizations and 54 deaths between 2018 and 2021.
Combustible dust incidents in 2021 included 163 fires, 53 explosions, 215 injuries, and 69 deaths. incidents.
Laser-related incidents have been limited to 26 since 1999.
Workplace violence resulted in 705 deaths and 27,000 lost-time injuries in 2020.

Two Approaches

Comprehensive Safety and Health Program
Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems

OSHA Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs

Effective programs go beyond specific requirements.
They address all hazards.
Complying with OSHA standards is important, but comprehensive programs also aim to prevent injuries and illnesses.
These programs can reduce injuries, lost workdays, and worker's compensation costs.

OSHA's Model

Management leadership and employee involvement are essential.
Comprehensive hazard identification and assessment are crucial.
Hazard prevention and control prioritize effective risk reduction.
Proper training and education are integral components.
Comprehensive program evaluation and improvement are necessary.
Effective communication is required with all parties involved including host employees, contractors, and employee staffing agencies.

Element 1 - Management Leadership

Safety and health are integral to company mission and policy.
Management should establish a good example (wearing PPE, following rules).
Management must enforce safety rules promptly.

Element 2 - Employee Involvement

Employees should know potential hazards.
Effective protection is a worker's interest.
Group input provides different perspectives.
Employee participation promotes program support and use.

Element 3 - Hazard Analysis

Managers and employees analyze worksite conditions.
They identify and eliminate existing or potential hazards.

Hazard Analysis (Details)

Reviews all departments.
Examines current tasks and proposed changes.
Evaluates equipment condition.
Reviews work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Examines injury and illness reports.

Element 4 - Hazard Prevention and Control

Controls should be selected based on priority.
Elimination is ideal, followed by substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and lastly, personal protective equipment (PPE).

Examples of Eliminating the Hazard

Non-needle IV systems
Placing valves and controls at ground level
Design-based prevention
Mechanical systems rather than manual ones

Examples of Engineering Controls

Retracting and self-shielding needles
Ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) near water
Machine guards, local exhaust ventilation, and chemical fume hoods

Examples of Administrative Controls

Lock-out/tag-out energy sources during maintenance.
Banning the recapping of used needles.
Job rotation, and good housekeeping

Examples of PPE

Gloves and aprons
Goggles and respirators
Safety glasses

Element 5 - Education and Training

Proper training is essential for employees.
Ensuring employees learn required safety procedures is critical.
Identifying and addressing potentially unsafe work practices is vital.

Element 6 - Program Evaluation & Review

Safety committees and employee feedback are important.
A self-inspection program should be created for safety.
Injury investigations, leading and lagging indicators are important data points.

Element 7 - Host Employer/Contract Employees

Host employers have safety responsibility for contract/temporary workers.
Relevant resources and policies are available for reference.

OSHA Safety and Health Programs

Recommended practices promote safety and health.
Resources on construction safety are available.

OUHSC Comprehensive Safety and Health Policy and Program

A comprehensive safety and health policy and program is in place.
Relevant resources are available for reference.

Management Systems

Systems are for policy and objectives.
Six essential elements include: Planning, Policy, Implementation and Operation, Performance Assessment, Management Review, and improvement.

Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS)

OHSMS are systems for organizations to establish safety policy.
ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 and ISO 45001 are common examples in the US.

OHSMS (Details)

Management is expected to provide direction and leadership.
Extensive worker involvement is expected.
Sufficient resources are essential.
Hazard identification and evaluation are important.
Risk assessment is critical.
Risk elimination/reduction/control is important.
Injuries and illnesses should be reduced.
Improvement opportunities should be identified.
Ongoing communication about compliance is crucial.
Management must continually review effectiveness.

ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems

A voluntary consensus standard.
Relevant video and resources are available.

What's Different

SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound).
Continual improvement is important.
The Plan-Do-Check-Act model is a useful tool.

Environmental Management Systems

Purpose of EMS includes achieving compliance/protection program, and identifying regulations.
EMS establishes commitment and responsibility.
EMS is not required by law.
Benefits include global competitiveness, positive public image, and minimal legal liabilities.

Basic Process in an EMS

Reviewing environmental goals
Analyzing environmental impacts and obligations
Setting environmental objectives
Establishing programs
Monitoring progress.
Assessing environmental awareness and knowledge.
Monitoring progress in the EMS and implementing improvements

ISO 14001

The World's EMS Standard.
Relevant resources are available for reference.

ISO 14000/14001

Global series of environmental management systems (EMS).
Provides a framework for demonstrating environmental responsibility.
Improves compliance, reduces risks, prevents pollution, and wastes, leading to positive public perception.
Improving management is important in environmental systems.

ISO 14001 (Details)

Environmental Management System (EMS).
Consistent with a life cycle perspective.
Controls are established to ensure that environmental requirements are considered throughout the design and development of a product or service.
Organizations communicate requirements to external providers (like contractors).
Considerations are given to transporting, using/treating products, and disposing of them.

Product Stewardship

Managing the health, safety, and environmental aspects of products throughout their life cycle and across the value chain.
Aims to prevent/minimize negative impacts and maximize value.

Product Stewardship (Sustainability)

Principles include product life-cycle analysis.
Sustainable product development should consider potential hazards in all stages.
Practices focus on waste minimization, reuse, and recycling.

Procurement

Supply chain accountability.
Environmental polluters and issues like child labor in the supply chain are considered.
Real-world examples (e.g., Nike, Apple, IKEA) are relevant.

Legal and Other Requirements

Ensure access to relevant laws and regulations..

Objectives, Targets, and Programs

Establishing environmental goals, aligns with policy and factors.
Action plans are needed to achieve goals and targets.

Resources, Roles, and Responsibility and Authority

Establish roles/responsibilities and provide resources clearly designating authority.

Competence, Training, and Awareness

Ensure employee training and capacity for environmental responsibilities is strong.

Communication

Implement internal and external communication procedures for environmental management issues.

Operational Control

Operations and activities should be managed to align with policy, objectives, and targets.

Emergency Preparedness and Response

Identify potential emergencies and develop procedures for preventing and responding to them.

Evaluation of Compliance

Regularly assess legal requirements and keep records of findings.

Nonconformity, Corrective Action, and Preventive Action

Identify, correct, and prevent recurrence of problems or issues.

Documentation

Maintain adequate records of EMS performance.

Internal Audit

Regular review of commitments, and verification that the EMS is working as planned.
Reporting of audit results to senior management.