Occupational Safety and Health Quiz

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What is the primary focus of the ILO-OSH 2001 guidelines?

Minimizing costs associated with employee safety
Developing a sustainable safety culture (correct)
Reducing workplace training requirements
Ensuring compliance with local laws only

Which of the following is a requirement for a business to qualify for the OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)?

Maintaining an effective Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) (correct)
Having a safety budget approved by upper management
Implementing a comprehensive safety training program
Hiring a full-time safety officer

What role does the OSHA play in the VPP process?

Offers financial incentives for participation in safety programs
Mandatory training for all employees on safety regulations
Only monitors compliance with safety laws
Verifies qualifications through an on-site review (correct)

Which element is emphasized within the VPP process regarding management's role?

Management accountability for worker safety (A) Signup and view all the answers

How are the key elements of the ILO-OSH guidelines structured?

On the concept of continuous improvement (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a confined space?

A space with limited means of entry and exit that is not designed for continuous human occupancy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary duty of an entry attendant?

To monitor conditions within the space and prevent unauthorized entry (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which duty is NOT part of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)?

Providing protective gear to all employees (A) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes acute exposure to a chemical?

It is usually of short duration and high concentration (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role does an authorized entrant play in confined spaces?

They are the individual who enters the permit space. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a 'chemical' as per the given definitions?

Any element, compound, or mixture that includes elements and compounds (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a permit-required confined space?

A space that has the potential to contain hazardous atmospheres (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)?

To guide hazardous chemical labeling and safety data sheets (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which section in a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) would you refer to for guidelines on responding to hazardous contact?

First Aid Procedures (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the SDS provides information about the chemical's mode of toxicity?

Toxicity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Work area' specifically refer to in a workplace?

A defined area where hazardous chemicals are used (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is ISO 14001 primarily concerned with?

Improving environmental performance of organizations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the management review system focus on in relation to ISO 14001?

Periodic review of the organization's environmental performance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Hazard Control'?

The reduction or elimination of dangerous situations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'Comparative Negligence'?

Determining the negligence of each person involved in an accident (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of codes does the DOT section in an SDS refer to?

Transportation codes for hazardous materials (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Due Care' in terms of workplace safety?

Legal obligation to exercise care in actions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a section typically found in a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

Advertising Strategies (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which framework does OSHAS 18000 provide?

Controlling health and safety risk to workers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Willful/Reckless Conduct' indicate?

Intentional neglect of responsibility for reasonable care (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Reasonable Care' refer to in a workplace setting?

The level of care a prudent person would take (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hazardous materials, what does NFPA stand for?

National Fire Protection Association (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a potential hazard addressed in Safety Data Sheets?

Health risks and environmental concerns (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'Liability' defined in legal terms?

Legal obligation to pay for acts causing injury (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Safe Engineering' entail?

Using engineering practices to control hazards (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes 'Gross Negligence' from regular negligence?

It refers to intentional neglect of duties (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does risk acceptance involve?

Deciding what frequency and severity of risks are acceptable (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which analysis technique focuses on identifying systemic hazards?

HAZOP (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the risk index indicate about a department?

The percentage of risk contributed to the total risk of the company (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does risk characterization analyze?

The effects of exposure to a risk on people (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?

Identifying hazards related to job functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which element is included in an ideal safety program's hierarchical structure?

Basic Events (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a risk estimate consist of?

Likelihood multiplied by potential consequences (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of management oversight tools?

To investigate accidents and evaluate safety programs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'composite exposure' refer to?

The financial value at risk within a department (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a focus of risk analysis?

Identifying conflicts within the team (D) Signup and view all the answers

Confined Space

A space large enough for entry, with limited entry and exit points, not designed for continuous human occupancy.

Entry Attendant

An individual stationed outside a confined space, monitoring conditions, preventing unauthorized entry, and initiating rescue procedures if needed.

Authorized Entrant

The person who enters the confined space.

Assistant Secretary

The individual who is responsible for evaluating the hazards of chemicals and ensuring employees are informed.