Questions and Answers
What does OSHA require employers to pay for?
What are the OSHA standards for Construction and General Industry also known as?
Part 1926 and Part 1910
What is the purpose of the OSHAct? (Select all that apply)
When two standards are in conflict, which standard shall be applied?
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According to the OSHAct, a person engaged in a business affecting commerce who has one or more employees is considered a(n) _________________.
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What must State plan occupational safety and health enforcement programs provide to be acceptable to Federal OSHA?
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What is OSHA's mission?
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Among the rights related to OSHA record keeping, employees have the right to review what?
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Which states have opted to form their own 'State Plan' Occupational Safety and Health Programs?
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If an employee believes that an OSHA inspection is needed, what is their best option?
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What important right did the creation of OSHA provide to workers?
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When the employer receives an OSHA citation, how long must it be posted?
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When is the General Duty Clause used to issue a citation?
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During an OSHA inspection, what right do employees have?
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What protects workers from punishment when seeking safety and health on the job?
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What type of OSHA inspection is conducted when immediate danger is likely?
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Which employers must follow the provisions of the OSHAct? (Select all that apply)
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Section 5(a)(1) of the United States Code 29 USC 654 is commonly known as the ______________________.
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Study Notes
OSHA Requirements and Standards
- Employers must pay for most required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats.
- OSHA standards are categorized into Construction (Part 1926) and General Industry (Part 1910).
Purpose of the OSHAct
- Aims to provide safety and health education and training.
- Assists states in ensuring safe working conditions.
- Promotes compensation for injured employees covering medical costs and lost wages.
- Enforces safe and healthful working conditions for workers.
- Authorizes enforcement of workplace safety and health standards.
Handling Conflicts in Standards
- In cases of conflicting standards, the more restrictive standard must be applied.
Employer Definition
- Any person engaged in a business affecting commerce with one or more employees is deemed an employer under OSHA regulations.
State Plan Programs
- State plan occupational safety and health programs must be at least as effective as Federal OSHA standards to be acceptable to Federal OSHA.
- States with their own OSHA-approved State Plans include California, Alaska, Wyoming, Virginia, and Tennessee.
OSHA's Mission and Employee Rights
- OSHA's mission is to protect the safety and health of workers in America.
- Employees have the right to review the OSHA 300 Injury and Illness Logs and the annual 300A summary.
Employee Actions and Rights During Inspections
- Employees can submit a written, signed complaint detailing specific hazards if they believe an OSHA inspection is necessary.
- Workers have the right to a safe and healthful workplace and can speak privately with a compliance officer during inspections.
OSHA Citations and General Duty Clause
- An OSHA citation must be posted for three days or until the violation is corrected.
- The General Duty Clause applies when a hazard exists without specific applicable standards, allowing compliance officers to issue citations.
Inspection Types and Provisions of the OSHAct
- Imminent danger inspections occur when immediate death or serious harm is at risk.
- The provisions of the OSHAct apply to various employers, including large industrial and small automotive businesses.
General Duty Clause Summary
- Section 5(a)(1) of the US Code 29 USC 654 requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; this is known as the General Duty Clause.
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Test your knowledge on OSHA requirements and standards, including the importance of personal protective equipment and the purpose of the OSHAct. This quiz covers key definitions, handling conflicts in standards, and state plan programs in occupational safety and health.
