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OSHA General Industry Questions and
Correct Answers
OSHA's Mission Ans: — protect the safety and health of American
workers
Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act Ans: — The General Duty Clause
that requires employers to protect against hazards not covered by
a specific OSHA Standards.
Section 11(c) of the OSH Act Ans: — Whistle Blower Protection
Section 18 of the OSH Act Ans: — Encourages States to develop
their own Safety and Health programs.
Code of Federal regulations (CFR) Ans: — A system of
organization.
Horizontal Standards Ans: — Safety standards that apply to all
industries, such as fire protection, working surfaces, first aid, etc.
Vertical Standards Ans: — Standards that apply only to particular
industry with specifications that relate to individual operations
Purpose of OSHA Compliance Directives Ans: — Ensure
consistency of enforcement
The steps (phases) of the inspection process Ans: — Presentation
of Credentials - Opening Conference - Walk-around Inspection -
Closing Conference
OSHA's Inspection priorities Ans: — Imminent Danger - Any
fatality or catastrophe - Employee complaints - Referrals - Planned
or Targeted Inspections - Follow-up Inspections
OSH requirements for abatement Ans: — Employers must certify
to OSHA that each violation has been abated within 10 days of the
abatement date.
4 types of employers and their responsibilities related to a Multi-
Employer Worksite Ans: — Creating - Exposing - Correcting -
Controlling
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The exemptions related to Recordkeeping. Ans: — Size Exemption
- Industry Exemptions
What qualifies as "days away"? Ans: — Calendar days employee
was unable to work. Day after injury
What qualifies as "restricted" work? Ans: — Unable to work a full
day or perform a routine job function.
For recordkeeping, what is the "Incident Rate"? Ans: — Number of
illnesses/injuries per 100 workers.
The negative results of workplace illnesses and injuries. Ans: —
Costs and Productivity - Increased insurance cost - Decreased
quality
The benefits of a workplace safety program that successfully
reduces illnesses and injuries. Ans: — Increased morale - Reduced
direct and indirect cost - Reduced turnover
Ways employees can be involved in safety and health. Ans: —
Involved in all aspects - Open communication - Report safety
concerns
Ways leadership can demonstrate a commitment to safety and
health. Ans: — Walk the Walk - Follow own Safety Policies - Make
their presence known - Visibility
At what height must unprotected sides or edges be protected from
fall hazards? Ans: — 4 feet
OSHA's definition of a "Hole"? Ans: — Gap or open space in a
horizontal surface at least 2 inches in its least dimension
Fixed ladders constructed after 2018 that extend above 24 feet
must be equipped with what? Ans: — PFAS or Ladder Safety
System
Three parts of an exit route. Ans: — Exit Access - Exit - Exit
Discharge
Most important safety feature during an emergency. Ans: —
Adequate number of exit routes
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OSHA General Industry Questions and
Correct Answers
OSHA's Mission Ans: — protect the safety and health of American
workers
Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act Ans: — The General Duty Clause
that requires employers to protect against hazards not covered by
a specific OSHA Standards.
Section 11(c) of the OSH Act Ans: — Whistle Blower Protection
Section 18 of the OSH Act Ans: — Encourages States to develop
their own Safety and Health programs.
Code of Federal regulations (CFR) Ans: — A system of
organization.
Horizontal Standards Ans: — Safety standards that apply to all
industries, such as fire protection, working surfaces, first aid, etc.
Vertical Standards Ans: — Standards that apply only to particular
industry with specifications that relate to individual operations
Purpose of OSHA Compliance Directives Ans: — Ensure
consistency of enforcement
The steps (phases) of the inspection process Ans: — Presentation
of Credentials - Opening Conference - Walk-around Inspection -
Closing Conference
OSHA's Inspection priorities Ans: — Imminent Danger - Any
fatality or catastrophe - Employee complaints - Referrals - Planned
or Targeted Inspections - Follow-up Inspections
OSH requirements for abatement Ans: — Employers must certify
to OSHA that each violation has been abated within 10 days of the
abatement date.
4 types of employers and their responsibilities related to a Multi-
Employer Worksite Ans: — Creating - Exposing - Correcting -
Controlling
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The exemptions related to Recordkeeping. Ans: — Size Exemption
- Industry Exemptions
What qualifies as "days away"? Ans: — Calendar days employee
was unable to work. Day after injury
What qualifies as "restricted" work? Ans: — Unable to work a full
day or perform a routine job function.
For recordkeeping, what is the "Incident Rate"? Ans: — Number of
illnesses/injuries per 100 workers.
The negative results of workplace illnesses and injuries. Ans: —
Costs and Productivity - Increased insurance cost - Decreased
quality
The benefits of a workplace safety program that successfully
reduces illnesses and injuries. Ans: — Increased morale - Reduced
direct and indirect cost - Reduced turnover
Ways employees can be involved in safety and health. Ans: —
Involved in all aspects - Open communication - Report safety
concerns
Ways leadership can demonstrate a commitment to safety and
health. Ans: — Walk the Walk - Follow own Safety Policies - Make
their presence known - Visibility
At what height must unprotected sides or edges be protected from
fall hazards? Ans: — 4 feet
OSHA's definition of a "Hole"? Ans: — Gap or open space in a
horizontal surface at least 2 inches in its least dimension
Fixed ladders constructed after 2018 that extend above 24 feet
must be equipped with what? Ans: — PFAS or Ladder Safety
System
Three parts of an exit route. Ans: — Exit Access - Exit - Exit
Discharge
Most important safety feature during an emergency. Ans: —
Adequate number of exit routes
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