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What is OSHA's mission?
What is OSHA's mission?
To save lives, prevent injuries and protect the health of America's workers.
Which groups do not come under OSHA's coverage?
Which groups do not come under OSHA's coverage?
Self-employed, immediate members of farming families not employing outside workers, mine workers, certain truckers and transportation workers, atomic energy workers who are covered by other federal agencies, and public employees in state and local governments.
What does the 'It's the Law' poster address?
What does the 'It's the Law' poster address?
Safety and health information.
What does 29 CFR 1926 Subpart E cover?
What does 29 CFR 1926 Subpart E cover?
What are some types of PPE that employers must pay for?
What are some types of PPE that employers must pay for?
What does OSHA require that employers pay for regarding personal protective equipment?
What does OSHA require that employers pay for regarding personal protective equipment?
Which form is used to maintain records on work-related injuries and illnesses?
Which form is used to maintain records on work-related injuries and illnesses?
What does OSHA require employers to post for 3 days?
What does OSHA require employers to post for 3 days?
What is one of the main responsibilities employers have according to OSHA standards?
What is one of the main responsibilities employers have according to OSHA standards?
The right of workers to be safe and healthy while on the job is spelled out in?
The right of workers to be safe and healthy while on the job is spelled out in?
If an employer disagrees with the results of an OSHA inspection, what can they submit?
If an employer disagrees with the results of an OSHA inspection, what can they submit?
During a OSHA inspection, you have the right to talk to an inspector privately.
During a OSHA inspection, you have the right to talk to an inspector privately.
What important right to workers did the creation of OSHA provide?
What important right to workers did the creation of OSHA provide?
Workers have the right to review what related to OSHA recordkeeping?
Workers have the right to review what related to OSHA recordkeeping?
Workers must be trained in which of the following?
Workers must be trained in which of the following?
A worker or worker representative can file a complaint about safety or health hazards in the workplace.
A worker or worker representative can file a complaint about safety or health hazards in the workplace.
When an employer receives an OSHA citation, it must be displayed for how long?
When an employer receives an OSHA citation, it must be displayed for how long?
What type of OSHA inspection is conducted when immediate death or serious harm is likely?
What type of OSHA inspection is conducted when immediate death or serious harm is likely?
Which of the following is a type of OSHA violation? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is a type of OSHA violation? (Select all that apply)
You can request to remain anonymous when OSHA presents a complaint to your employer.
You can request to remain anonymous when OSHA presents a complaint to your employer.
Who does OSHA recommend you first bring a workplace safety or health concern to?
Who does OSHA recommend you first bring a workplace safety or health concern to?
Which of the following is a way that an employee can contact OSHA? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is a way that an employee can contact OSHA? (Select all that apply)
What section of the OSH Act does the whistleblower program reference?
What section of the OSH Act does the whistleblower program reference?
How long does an employee have to file a complaint with OSHA for discrimination?
How long does an employee have to file a complaint with OSHA for discrimination?
When assigned a new job or task, what should you ask about?
When assigned a new job or task, what should you ask about?
Which of the following would be best when consulting a medical professional about exposure to a harmful chemical?
Which of the following would be best when consulting a medical professional about exposure to a harmful chemical?
What are two US government agencies that are good resources for safety and health information?
What are two US government agencies that are good resources for safety and health information?
Where there is no specific OSHA standard, employers must comply with the OSH Act's?
Where there is no specific OSHA standard, employers must comply with the OSH Act's?
A safety and health program should be?
A safety and health program should be?
Which of the following is an OSHA cooperative program?
Which of the following is an OSHA cooperative program?
How many employees suffer from a serious job-related injury or illness each year?
How many employees suffer from a serious job-related injury or illness each year?
Flashcards
What is OSHA's mission?
What is OSHA's mission?
OSHA's mission is to protect workers by preventing injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in the workplace.
Who is excluded from OSHA coverage?
Who is excluded from OSHA coverage?
OSHA regulations typically do not apply to self-employed individuals, certain truckers, atomic energy workers, and most public employees in state or local governments.
What poster must employers display?
What poster must employers display?
Employers are required to post an "It's the Law" poster that provides information about worker safety and health.
What are some employee rights under OSHA?
What are some employee rights under OSHA?
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What PPE does OSHA require employers to provide?
What PPE does OSHA require employers to provide?
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What records must employers keep?
What records must employers keep?
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What right do employees have during OSHA inspections?
What right do employees have during OSHA inspections?
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What must employers do after an OSHA inspection?
What must employers do after an OSHA inspection?
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What are some types of OSHA violations?
What are some types of OSHA violations?
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How can workers report workplace safety concerns?
How can workers report workplace safety concerns?
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What happens if workers are retaliated against for reporting safety issues?
What happens if workers are retaliated against for reporting safety issues?
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What legal protection is provided for whistleblowers?
What legal protection is provided for whistleblowers?
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What should workers do when learning new tasks?
What should workers do when learning new tasks?
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What are SDS and why are they important?
What are SDS and why are they important?
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What are some important agencies for workplace safety?
What are some important agencies for workplace safety?
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What is the general duty clause?
What is the general duty clause?
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What is important to consider when developing a safety program?
What is important to consider when developing a safety program?
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How many employees experience serious workplace injuries or illnesses annually?
How many employees experience serious workplace injuries or illnesses annually?
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What is an example of a cooperative safety program?
What is an example of a cooperative safety program?
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What are some employee responsibilities in relation to safety?
What are some employee responsibilities in relation to safety?
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What are some employer responsibilities in relation to safety?
What are some employer responsibilities in relation to safety?
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What is lockout/tagout?
What is lockout/tagout?
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What is fall protection?
What is fall protection?
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What are bloodborne pathogens?
What are bloodborne pathogens?
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Who needs training on bloodborne pathogens?
Who needs training on bloodborne pathogens?
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What is the OSH Act?
What is the OSH Act?
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How are OSHA standards enforced?
How are OSHA standards enforced?
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Why is reporting safety concerns important?
Why is reporting safety concerns important?
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Why is workplace safety training important?
Why is workplace safety training important?
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Study Notes
OSHA Overview
- OSHA's mission is to save lives, prevent injuries, and protect the health of American workers.
- Coverage excludes self-employed individuals, certain truckers, atomic energy workers, and public employees in state/local governments, unless states have their own plans.
Employee Rights and Responsibilities
- Employees must post an "It's the Law" poster addressing safety and health information.
- Workers have the right to a safe workspace and to be trained in lockout/tagout, fall hazards, and bloodborne pathogens.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Employers are required to pay for certain PPE, including hard hats, hearing protection, and fall protection harnesses, but not uniforms.
- OSHA standards require that employers maintain records of work-related injuries and illness.
Inspections and Citations
- During OSHA inspections, employees have the right to speak with inspectors privately.
- Employers must post OSHA citations and notices for three days post-inspection until violations are resolved.
- Types of OSHA violations include repeat, serious, and willful.
Reporting and Whistleblower Protection
- Workers can file complaints about workplace safety; anonymity can be requested during the complaint process.
- Employees have 30 days to file complaints with OSHA regarding discrimination for reporting safety concerns.
- Section 11(c) of the OSH Act covers whistleblower protections.
Training and Education
- Workers should inquire about written procedures and additional training when assigned new tasks.
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are essential resources when consulting medical professionals about harmful chemical exposure.
Resources and Assistance
- Key agencies for safety and health information include OSHA and NIOSH.
- When no specific OSHA standard exists, employers must adhere to the general duty clause of the OSH Act.
Health Programs and Statistics
- A safety and health program should be tailored to specific workplace hazards.
- Approximately 4.1 million employees experience serious job-related injuries or illnesses each year.
- OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) is an example of a cooperative program.
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Test your knowledge on OSHA's mission and coverage with this quiz. Understand the essential regulations and categories of workers affected by OSHA guidelines. Perfect for anyone preparing for the OSHA 30 hour training course.
