Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT an employer responsibility?
Employers take all responsibility under the OSH Act.
False
What is an employee right?
Be informed of your rights and responsibilities
When did hazardous waste legislation first start to go into effect?
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What lists the general and permanent rules of federal agencies?
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Who is not covered under the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response section of OSHA?
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What section of OSHA covers Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response?
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Which is NOT a source for OSHA Standards?
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The HazCom program must be written and available to employees.
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What does the Hazard Communication Standard require?
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Study Notes
Employer Responsibilities
- Employers must ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Employers do not take all responsibility under the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act; shared responsibility exists.
Employee Rights
- Employees have the right to be informed about their rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
Hazardous Waste Legislation
- Hazardous waste legislation began to be implemented in the 1970s, aiming to regulate the management of hazardous waste.
Federal Regulations
- The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) outlines the general and permanent rules established by federal agencies.
OSHA Coverage
- Certain individuals, such as families exposed to hazardous waste buried beneath their homes, are not covered under the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) section of OSHA.
HAZWOPER Regulations
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response is governed by OSHA section 29 CFR 1910.120.
OSHA Standards Sources
- OSHA standards are not based on work standards developed by individual companies.
Hazard Communication Program
- The Hazard Communication (HazCom) program must be documented and accessible to employees to ensure awareness of chemical hazards.
Hazard Communication Standard
- The Hazard Communication Standard was created to protect workers from chemical exposure and mandates that employers assess chemical hazards and provide relevant information to employees.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from the HAZWOPER 8-hour refresher course. This quiz focuses on the regulations, employer responsibilities, and employee rights under the OSH Act. Perfect for anyone needing a quick review before the certification.
