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Match the following terms to the appropriate responsibilities:
Match the following terms to the appropriate responsibilities:
Prime Contractor = Has overall responsibility for compliance with OSHA regulations. Subcontractor = Assumes responsibility for his or her portion of work. Both prime and subcontractor = Has responsibility for complying with OSHA regulations. Either prime or subcontractor = Can enter into an agreement to fulfill specific OSHA obligations on a job site basis.
The prime contractor and subcontractor may make an express agreement on who will provide all required first-aid or toilet facilities for a specific job site.
The prime contractor and subcontractor may make an express agreement on who will provide all required first-aid or toilet facilities for a specific job site.
True
The contractor will be held responsible for all employer obligations even if he/she subcontracts all portions of work involved.
The contractor will be held responsible for all employer obligations even if he/she subcontracts all portions of work involved.
True
Subcontractors do not need to worry about inadequate employee provisions since this responsibility belongs solely to the prime contractor.
Subcontractors do not need to worry about inadequate employee provisions since this responsibility belongs solely to the prime contractor.
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Match the following roles with their descriptions:
Match the following roles with their descriptions:
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Which of the following are acceptable ways of prohibiting use of incompliant tools or machinery?
Which of the following are acceptable ways of prohibiting use of incompliant tools or machinery?
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General OSHA standards always take precedence over particular standards that apply specifically to a given condition.
General OSHA standards always take precedence over particular standards that apply specifically to a given condition.
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Which of the following shall be permitted to operate equipment or machinery?
Which of the following shall be permitted to operate equipment or machinery?
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Two employer responsibilities include instructing employees in recognizing and avoiding unsafe conditions and training in applicable regulations.
Two employer responsibilities include instructing employees in recognizing and avoiding unsafe conditions and training in applicable regulations.
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Match the following roles with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following roles with their corresponding definitions:
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Which of the following should be completed to help identify and control hazards?
Which of the following should be completed to help identify and control hazards?
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What must an Emergency Action Plan include?
What must an Emergency Action Plan include?
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All of the following are responsibilities of OSHA except:
All of the following are responsibilities of OSHA except:
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Employees must receive training on safe handling and use of flammable liquids before working with them.
Employees must receive training on safe handling and use of flammable liquids before working with them.
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To identify and control job site hazards, OSHA requires employers to conduct safety inspection programs.
To identify and control job site hazards, OSHA requires employers to conduct safety inspection programs.
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OSHA standards may be incorporated by reference.
OSHA standards may be incorporated by reference.
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Only the recommended provisions of standards incorporated by reference are adopted as standards under OSHA.
Only the recommended provisions of standards incorporated by reference are adopted as standards under OSHA.
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Employers are NOT required to employ a person with valid first aid training.
Employers are NOT required to employ a person with valid first aid training.
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Oily rags do not need to be separated from other non-hazardous waste.
Oily rags do not need to be separated from other non-hazardous waste.
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Making information about employee exposure and medical records available can improve which of the following?
Making information about employee exposure and medical records available can improve which of the following?
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Any supervisor may certify the OSHA 300 Log.
Any supervisor may certify the OSHA 300 Log.
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A copy of the Annual Summary must be posted in every establishment where notices are usually posted.
A copy of the Annual Summary must be posted in every establishment where notices are usually posted.
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When must a requester receive their copy of the OSHA 300 Log?
When must a requester receive their copy of the OSHA 300 Log?
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Each employee must be informed of the process of reporting an injury or illness case.
Each employee must be informed of the process of reporting an injury or illness case.
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Under OSHA, employees are protected from discrimination when reporting a work-related injury, illness, or fatality.
Under OSHA, employees are protected from discrimination when reporting a work-related injury, illness, or fatality.
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For how many years must records of the OSHA 300 Log be kept after the end of the calendar year?
For how many years must records of the OSHA 300 Log be kept after the end of the calendar year?
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If a workplace is located in a state that operates an OSHA-approved state plan, that workplace should follow the regulations of __________.
If a workplace is located in a state that operates an OSHA-approved state plan, that workplace should follow the regulations of __________.
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Incompliant tools must be which of the following?
Incompliant tools must be which of the following?
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According to OSHA, what is a person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards?
According to OSHA, what is a person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards?
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If a prime contractor subcontracts some of the work on a construction project, unless specified in the contract, which firm is responsible for employer obligations?
If a prime contractor subcontracts some of the work on a construction project, unless specified in the contract, which firm is responsible for employer obligations?
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According to Subpart C, how often should combustible scrap and debris be removed from a site?
According to Subpart C, how often should combustible scrap and debris be removed from a site?
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Management is required to instruct all employees about confined spaces even if it is not a part of their duties.
Management is required to instruct all employees about confined spaces even if it is not a part of their duties.
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Which of the following are employer requirements for safety training and education?
Which of the following are employer requirements for safety training and education?
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OSHA must create programs that apply to both employees and employers under Section 1926.21.
OSHA must create programs that apply to both employees and employers under Section 1926.21.
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When should the OSHA Annual Summary be posted?
When should the OSHA Annual Summary be posted?
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The Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses is also referred to as which form number?
The Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses is also referred to as which form number?
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Study Notes
Responsibilities of Contractors
- Prime Contractor: Holds overall responsibility for compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Subcontractor: Assumes responsibility for their specific portion of work but must also comply with OSHA regulations.
- Both contractors may agree to fulfill specific OSHA obligations for a job site.
First Aid and Facilities
- Prime and subcontractors can agree on who provides first aid and toilet facilities for job sites.
- Contractors remain responsible for employer obligations even if all work is subcontracted.
OSHA Standards and Safety Programs
- Subcontractors are responsible for employee provisions, not just prime contractors.
- A "Competent Person" is designated to inspect job sites and address hazards.
- Employers must create and maintain safety programs to prevent injuries and ensure employee safety.
Equipment and Machinery Operations
- Only qualified employees with proper training are allowed to operate machinery.
- Identify and remove non-compliant tools or machinery from job sites for safety.
Emergency Action Plans
- Plans must outline emergency procedures and evacuation routes.
- Employers need to have a distinctive alarm system for emergencies.
Employee Training and Safety Responsibilities
- Employers are responsible for educating employees about unsafe conditions and relevant regulations.
- Employees must be trained in safe handling of flammable liquids before exposure.
Job Site Hazard Management
- Employers must conduct worksite analyses and routine safety inspections.
- OSHA standards can be incorporated by reference, impacting compliance requirements.
Documentation and Records
- Records for OSHA 300 Log and related documents must be maintained for five years.
- Annual summaries must be posted conspicuously in workplaces.
Employee Rights and Protections
- Employees must be informed about the process for reporting injuries or illnesses.
- OSHA guarantees protection against discrimination related to injury reporting.
Definitions and Compliance
- A "Competent Person" can identify and manage hazards effectively.
- If subcontracting work, the prime contractor remains responsible for employer obligations unless stated otherwise.
Safety Training Requirements
- Management is not required to instruct employees on confined spaces if not relevant to their duties.
- Employers must ensure safety training is provided for all relevant positions.
Key Dates and Form Identification
- The OSHA Annual Summary should be posted between February 1 and April 30 of the following year.
- OSHA 300 is the form number for the Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses.
These notes compile essential data on OSHA compliance, contractor responsibilities, employee training, and safety documentation necessary for effective safety and health management in the workplace.
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