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What does OSHA stand for?

  • Occupational Safety and Health Association
  • Office of Safety and Health Administration
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (correct)
  • Office of Safety and Health Assessment
  • When was OSHA created?

    1970

    Employees have the right to report unsafe conditions without repercussions.

    True

    Who has PRIMARY responsibility for OSHA compliance?

    <p>Immediate supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement for employers or supervisors?

    <p>Provide free meals to employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What needs to be reported on the OSHA 300 report?

    <p>Work-related injuries/illnesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of entry authorized by compliance officers.

    <p>Courtesy = Requested by the business Periodic = Arrival within a two-week window Complaint = Unannounced inspection due to worker complaint Death or Hospitalization = Inspection within 8 hours due to incidents affecting multiple workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each worker should travel no more than 150ft to a fire exit.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must maintenance be done on fire extinguishers?

    <p>Once a year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the General Duty Clause state?

    <p>Employers must provide a workplace free from recognized hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    No worker should travel more than ___ ft to a fire extinguisher.

    <p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Proper PPE must be maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must employers ensure if employees furnish their own PPE?

    <p>Adequacy and proper maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is LOTO?

    <p>Lock Out Tag Out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one characteristic of confined spaces.

    <p>Limited openings for entry and exits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    OSHA Overview

    • Established in 1970 to ensure worker rights and safety.
    • Aims to reduce workplace hazards and monitor job-related injuries and illnesses.

    Employee Rights

    • Entitled to representation during investigations and ability to file complaints.
    • Must be informed of cited violations and can report unsafe conditions without retaliation.
    • Access to OSHA standards and health/safety statistics of the employer.
    • Can be part of safety committees.

    Supervisor Responsibilities

    • Immediate supervisors have primary compliance responsibilities under OSHA.
    • Must proactively reduce OSHA complaints through supervision and address complaints promptly.
    • Required to ensure department follows OSHA compliance and maintain the OSHA 300 report for work-related injuries/illnesses.

    Posting Requirements

    • Employers must report work-related injuries/illnesses which include deaths and significant medical treatments.
    • Must post OSHA 300 report, federal/state employee rights information, and inspection violations.

    Rights of Entry

    • Compliance officers can enter workplaces to inspect for safety.
    • Four entry methods include:
      • Courtesy inspections (requested by businesses).
      • Periodic inspections with a predetermined time frame.
      • Complaint-based inspections following worker reports.
      • Inspections after deaths or hospitalizations of multiple workers (within 8 hours).

    Exit Requirements

    • Buildings must have sufficient exits for safe evacuation; no worker should travel over 150 ft to an exit.
    • At least two exits must be available if one is obstructed.
    • Exits must be clearly marked, illuminated, distinctive in color, and visible with readable signage (minimum 6 inches high).

    Fire Extinguishers

    • Employers must provide portable extinguishers appropriate for the hazards present.
    • No worker should be more than 50 ft from an extinguisher; they must be unobstructed and easily visible.
    • Annual maintenance is required, documented on extinguisher tags; training on proper use must be provided.

    General Duty Clause

    • Employers must maintain a workplace free from recognized hazards that could cause death or serious harm.
    • New equipment and practices not explicitly covered in regulations are subject to this clause.

    Hand Tools

    • Employers must ensure the safe condition of all tools used by employees, including those owned by employees.

    PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

    • Employers must provide adequate PPE and ensure it's maintained properly and kept in good condition.
    • Employees supplying their own PPE must have it assessed for adequacy by the employer.
    • All PPE must comply with ANSI-Z standards.

    LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out)

    • During shift changes, old locks/tags must be replaced with new ones by incoming employees.
    • Common in auto repair for disconnecting batteries or tagging terminals/ignitions.

    Confined Space Entry

    • Confined spaces are characterized by limited entry/exit, poor ventilation, hazardous gases, and risk of entrapment or suffocation.

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    Test your knowledge of key terms related to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This quiz covers important concepts, definitions, and the rights of employees in the workplace. Ideal for students and professionals looking to enhance their understanding of workplace safety.

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