STSC 2027 PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
SET A+
✔✔On a multi-employer steel erection project, the entity that has the overall
responsibility for the construction of the project-its planning, quality, and completion is
the: - ✔✔Controlling contractor
✔✔The most important test for a flexible extension cord is: - ✔✔Proper ground
✔✔Extension cords must be: - ✔✔3 wire heavy duty
✔✔A pipe of hazardous materials ruptures 20 feet from the supervisor's crew. The work
is being done by a different contractor. The supervisor should: - ✔✔Evacuate and
standby until informed it is safe to re-enter work area
✔✔The best solution to a hazard on the job site is: - ✔✔Eliminate the hazard
✔✔You have to perform work along a train track. What should be the best approach to
doing the work safely? - ✔✔Coordinate with railroad, review JSA prior to performing
work, and post train schedules at job site
✔✔Who is responsible for having appropriate PPE on a job site? - ✔✔Employer
✔✔The noise level exceeds permissible limits. What should be done? - ✔✔Provide at
least two types of hearing protection and instruct employees on proper use/ wearing
✔✔After an accident the first priority is taking care of any injured persons. What should
be the next priority? - ✔✔Secure the area
✔✔What must a worker know before isolating a machine? - ✔✔The specific energy
isolation locations and devices
, ✔✔Who is the best person for insuring that workers are wearing the appropriate PPE? -
✔✔The Supervisor
✔✔On multi-employer work sites, what is the best method for one employer to inform
the other employers about new Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) for chemicals? -
✔✔Develop a system for the general contractor and subcontractors to share SDS's
✔✔What would be the best protection while working with a drill and a 25-foot extension
cord? - ✔✔GFCI protection
✔✔A key factor for implementing a good Safety Program involves: - ✔✔Getting foreman
and supervisors involved
✔✔Once JSA is received and reviewed, it is apparent that there are more hazards to
the task then are listed on the JSA. What should you do? - ✔✔Read and understand
hazards on JSA, make any corrections to it prior to use and send revisions back to the
safety officer
✔✔When interviewing a witness during an accident investigation, what is the best
approach? - ✔✔Interview witnesses one at a time
✔✔Rigging equipment must be inspected _____ per 29 CFR 1926.251. - ✔✔Prior to
use on each shift and as necessary during usage to ensure safety
✔✔What is the primary purpose of accident investigation? - ✔✔To prevent recurrence
based on similar causes
✔✔It is a generally accepted theory in accident prevention that the attitude of
supervisors and managers can affect the actions of foreman and employees. Which of
the following best describes that relationship? - ✔✔Supervisor's attitude has a direct
influence on employees
✔✔Which of the following is the most likely explanation for a new hire that is not
working safely after attending safety orientation: - ✔✔Training objectives are different
than work objectives
✔✔Why should supervisors discuss the results of safety inspections with their
employees? - ✔✔To give positive reinforcement for good work practice and discuss
hazards and corrective measures
✔✔A safety can is defined as: - ✔✔An approved container of 5 gallons or less with a
spring-closed lid, spout cover and flame arresting screen
SET A+
✔✔On a multi-employer steel erection project, the entity that has the overall
responsibility for the construction of the project-its planning, quality, and completion is
the: - ✔✔Controlling contractor
✔✔The most important test for a flexible extension cord is: - ✔✔Proper ground
✔✔Extension cords must be: - ✔✔3 wire heavy duty
✔✔A pipe of hazardous materials ruptures 20 feet from the supervisor's crew. The work
is being done by a different contractor. The supervisor should: - ✔✔Evacuate and
standby until informed it is safe to re-enter work area
✔✔The best solution to a hazard on the job site is: - ✔✔Eliminate the hazard
✔✔You have to perform work along a train track. What should be the best approach to
doing the work safely? - ✔✔Coordinate with railroad, review JSA prior to performing
work, and post train schedules at job site
✔✔Who is responsible for having appropriate PPE on a job site? - ✔✔Employer
✔✔The noise level exceeds permissible limits. What should be done? - ✔✔Provide at
least two types of hearing protection and instruct employees on proper use/ wearing
✔✔After an accident the first priority is taking care of any injured persons. What should
be the next priority? - ✔✔Secure the area
✔✔What must a worker know before isolating a machine? - ✔✔The specific energy
isolation locations and devices
, ✔✔Who is the best person for insuring that workers are wearing the appropriate PPE? -
✔✔The Supervisor
✔✔On multi-employer work sites, what is the best method for one employer to inform
the other employers about new Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) for chemicals? -
✔✔Develop a system for the general contractor and subcontractors to share SDS's
✔✔What would be the best protection while working with a drill and a 25-foot extension
cord? - ✔✔GFCI protection
✔✔A key factor for implementing a good Safety Program involves: - ✔✔Getting foreman
and supervisors involved
✔✔Once JSA is received and reviewed, it is apparent that there are more hazards to
the task then are listed on the JSA. What should you do? - ✔✔Read and understand
hazards on JSA, make any corrections to it prior to use and send revisions back to the
safety officer
✔✔When interviewing a witness during an accident investigation, what is the best
approach? - ✔✔Interview witnesses one at a time
✔✔Rigging equipment must be inspected _____ per 29 CFR 1926.251. - ✔✔Prior to
use on each shift and as necessary during usage to ensure safety
✔✔What is the primary purpose of accident investigation? - ✔✔To prevent recurrence
based on similar causes
✔✔It is a generally accepted theory in accident prevention that the attitude of
supervisors and managers can affect the actions of foreman and employees. Which of
the following best describes that relationship? - ✔✔Supervisor's attitude has a direct
influence on employees
✔✔Which of the following is the most likely explanation for a new hire that is not
working safely after attending safety orientation: - ✔✔Training objectives are different
than work objectives
✔✔Why should supervisors discuss the results of safety inspections with their
employees? - ✔✔To give positive reinforcement for good work practice and discuss
hazards and corrective measures
✔✔A safety can is defined as: - ✔✔An approved container of 5 gallons or less with a
spring-closed lid, spout cover and flame arresting screen
