Questions and Answers
Which of these standards is associated with the General Industry?
What does Part 1926 cover?
Construction industry
What are Parts 1915, 1917 and 1918 referred to as?
Maritime Industry Standards
What are the OSHA Construction standards also called?
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How are OSHA standards organized?
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What is the term for substances that can cause harm or injury?
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What do you call risks associated with electrical systems?
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What are risks associated with falling from heights called?
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What is the term for waste that poses a potential threat to public health or the environment?
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What are dangers posed by equipment and machinery called?
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What do you call threats of fire or explosion in the workplace?
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What term describes environments that could be harmful to workers' health?
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Study Notes
OSHA Standards Overview
- OSHA standards regulate workplace safety across various industries.
- Key parts include:
- General Industry Standards: Part 1910, covering sectors like manufacturing, service, and health care.
- Construction Standards: Part 1926, specifically for construction-related work.
- Maritime Standards: Parts 1915, 1917, and 1918, focusing on maritime industry safety.
Hazard Categories
- Toxic Substances: Regulations addressing hazardous chemicals and materials that can pose health risks.
- Electrical Hazards: Standards to minimize risks related to electrical systems and equipment.
- Fall Hazards: Guidelines established to prevent accidents related to falls from height.
- Hazardous Waste: Regulations governing the handling and disposal of dangerous waste materials.
- Machine Hazards: Standards ensuring safe operations around various machine types.
- Fire and Explosion Hazards: Guidelines to prevent fire risks and explosions in the workplace.
- Dangerous Atmospheres: Standards addressing environments that could cause health hazards due to poor air quality or toxic substances.
Organization of OSHA Standards
- OSHA standards are found in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
- Each part contains extensive information broken down into manageable subparts.
- Example: Subpart C (General Safety and Health Provisions) within Part 1926 contains sections 1926.20 through 1926.35.
- Comprehensive access to all OSHA standards is available on their official website, allowing searches by standard number or specific topics.
Key Questions
- General Industry Standards: Also referred to as Part 1910.
- Maritime Industry Standards: Correspond to Titles 29 CFR parts 1915, 1917, and 1918.
- Construction Standards: Known as Part 1926, applicable to construction environments.
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This quiz explores the various OSHA standards applicable to different industries, including General Industry, Construction, and Maritime. Each section focuses on the specific parts that govern safety and health regulations. Test your knowledge and understanding of these crucial standards with our flashcards!
