OSHA 30 Practice Test

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All of the following are covered by the OSH Act Except:

Territories of the outer continental shelf lands.

All employees and their employers in the 50 states.

Certain territories under federal government authority.

Public employees in state and local governments. (correct)

Which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) must an employer pay for?

Sunscreen.

A hard hat that the employee intentionally smashed with a hammer.

Steel-toe boots that the employer allows to be worn off the jobsite.

Steel-toe boots that must be left in the employee's locker when he or she is not working. (correct)

If _ feel they have been unfairly punished for reporting OSHA violations, they have _ days to file a complaint with OSHA.

Workers/30

OSHA does not cover _________ businesses.

Self-employed Signup and view all the answers

Workers have a right to:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the employer's responsibility?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Section S(a)(1) of the OSH Act, which states 'Each employer shall furnish to each of his/her employee's employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees,' is called _________.

The general duty clause Signup and view all the answers

OSHA began because, until _________, there were no national laws regulating safety and health hazards in the workplace.

1970 Signup and view all the answers

Employees should request a _________ if they are concerned something in their workplace is making or has the potential to make them or their coworkers sick.

Health hazard evaluation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the '5 Whys' accident investigation technique?

Asking 'why' 5 or more times, building each increasingly specific question about the accident on the previous answer. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accident theories is considered too simplistic and is rarely used?

Single factor theory Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accident theories divides an accident into three phases: pre-contact, contact, and post-contact?

Domino theory Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of the indirect costs of an accident?

Lost productivity due to the injury Signup and view all the answers

If an accident with $8,000 in direct costs has an indirect cost ratio of 1.2, what would the total cost of the accident be?

$17,600 Signup and view all the answers

To calculate the risk of an accident, multiply the probability it will occur by its potential _________.

Severity Signup and view all the answers

A _________ refers to an area at a worksite where certain hazardous work is taking place without the use of guardrails or PFASs.

Controlled access zone Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

OSHA Coverage and Responsibilities

The OSH Act does not cover public employees in state or local governments.
Employers are required to pay for personal protective equipment (PPE) that employees need while working, including steel-toe boots left in lockers.
Workers have a right to know about hazardous conditions, request hazard corrections, and participate in OSHA inspections.

Reporting and Complaints

Workers who feel unfairly punished for reporting OSHA violations have 30 days to file a complaint with OSHA.
Self-employed individuals are not covered by OSHA regulations.

Employer Duties

Employers must provide a safe work environment, safe tools, keep injury records, and pay for necessary PPE.
The general duty clause (Section S(a)(1)) mandates employers to ensure a workplace free from recognized hazards.

Historical Background

OSHA was established in 1970 due to the absence of national regulations on workplace safety and health.

Health and Safety Evaluations

Employees should request a health hazard evaluation if they suspect workplace conditions are harmful.

Accident Investigation Techniques

The "5 Whys" technique involves asking "why" multiple times to uncover root causes of accidents.
Single factor theory of accident causation is considered overly simplistic.
Domino theory divides accidents into pre-contact, contact, and post-contact phases.

Costs Associated with Accidents

Indirect costs of accidents can include lost productivity, while direct costs encompass medical and repair expenses.
An accident with $8,000 in direct costs and an indirect cost ratio of 1.2 results in a total cost of $17,600.
To calculate accident risk, multiply the likelihood of occurrence by its potential severity.

Hazardous Work Zones

Controlled access zones are designated areas where hazardous work takes place without guardrails or personal fall arrest systems.

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Prepare for the OSHA 30 certification with this practice test flashcard set. The quiz includes key concepts from the OSH Act and questions on personal protective equipment (PPE). Test your knowledge and readiness for workplace safety regulations.