CHST (CONSTRUCTION HEALTH & SAFETY TECHNICIAN)
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1. Which of the following is the most effective method to control hazards at the source?
A. Personal protective equipment
B. Administrative controls
C. Engineering controls
D. Worker training
Engineering controls remove or reduce the hazard directly, making them more effective
than PPE or administrative methods.
2. The hierarchy of hazard control places which method at the top?
A. PPE
B. Work practice controls
C. Elimination
D. Substitution
Elimination completely removes the hazard, making it the most effective control.
3. What does the “R” in the HAZWOPER standard stand for?
A. Risk
B. Removal
C. Reporting
D. Reduction
HAZWOPER emphasizes removal and mitigation of hazardous substances at the source.
4. A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is primarily used to:
A. Record accident history
B. Train new employees
C. Identify hazards and control measures for specific tasks
D. Evaluate safety programs
JSAs break down tasks step-by-step to identify potential hazards and plan controls.
5. Which OSHA standard regulates fall protection in construction?
A. 1910
B. 1926
C. 1915
D. 1928
OSHA 1926 covers construction-specific safety regulations, including fall protection.
6. What is the maximum allowable blood lead level for general industry workers according
to OSHA?
A. 20 µg/dL
B. 40 µg/dL
C. 50 µg/dL
D. 60 µg/dL
OSHA’s lead standard sets 50 µg/dL as the action level for removal from exposure.
7. The primary purpose of a safety committee is to:
A. Conduct inspections
, B. Promote employee involvement in safety decisions
C. Issue citations
D. Enforce regulations
Employee participation in safety committees improves hazard recognition and safety
culture.
8. Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?
A. Water
B. Foam
C. CO₂ or Dry Chemical
D. Wet chemical
Water conducts electricity; CO₂ and dry chemical extinguishers are safe for electrical
fires.
9. The difference between an incident and an accident is:
A. Incidents always result in injury
B. An incident may not result in injury or damage
C. Accidents are near misses
D. There is no difference
Incidents include near misses; accidents result in injury or property damage.
10. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) provide information on:
A. Chemical properties, hazards, and protective measures
B. Employee health records
C. Equipment maintenance
D. Evacuation procedures
SDS are essential for proper chemical handling and emergency response.
11. Which of the following is a leading indicator of safety performance?
A. Number of injuries
B. Number of OSHA citations
C. Number of safety inspections conducted
D. Worker compensation claims
Leading indicators measure proactive safety activities, not just outcomes.
12. The primary responsibility for worker safety lies with:
A. OSHA
B. Employers
C. Union representatives
D. Insurance companies
Employers are responsible for providing a safe workplace under OSHA standards.
13. When performing a confined space entry, which of the following is mandatory?
A. Fire extinguisher
B. Atmospheric testing and permit
C. Fall protection harness
D. PPE only
Confined spaces often contain hazardous atmospheres; testing and permits are legally
required.
14. What is the minimum clearance for overhead power lines when using ladders?
A. 5 feet
B. 10 feet
MOCK EXAM LATEST 2026 UPDATE FAST REVIWED FROM
ACTUAL TEST 100 QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS| A+ GRADE Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following is the most effective method to control hazards at the source?
A. Personal protective equipment
B. Administrative controls
C. Engineering controls
D. Worker training
Engineering controls remove or reduce the hazard directly, making them more effective
than PPE or administrative methods.
2. The hierarchy of hazard control places which method at the top?
A. PPE
B. Work practice controls
C. Elimination
D. Substitution
Elimination completely removes the hazard, making it the most effective control.
3. What does the “R” in the HAZWOPER standard stand for?
A. Risk
B. Removal
C. Reporting
D. Reduction
HAZWOPER emphasizes removal and mitigation of hazardous substances at the source.
4. A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is primarily used to:
A. Record accident history
B. Train new employees
C. Identify hazards and control measures for specific tasks
D. Evaluate safety programs
JSAs break down tasks step-by-step to identify potential hazards and plan controls.
5. Which OSHA standard regulates fall protection in construction?
A. 1910
B. 1926
C. 1915
D. 1928
OSHA 1926 covers construction-specific safety regulations, including fall protection.
6. What is the maximum allowable blood lead level for general industry workers according
to OSHA?
A. 20 µg/dL
B. 40 µg/dL
C. 50 µg/dL
D. 60 µg/dL
OSHA’s lead standard sets 50 µg/dL as the action level for removal from exposure.
7. The primary purpose of a safety committee is to:
A. Conduct inspections
, B. Promote employee involvement in safety decisions
C. Issue citations
D. Enforce regulations
Employee participation in safety committees improves hazard recognition and safety
culture.
8. Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?
A. Water
B. Foam
C. CO₂ or Dry Chemical
D. Wet chemical
Water conducts electricity; CO₂ and dry chemical extinguishers are safe for electrical
fires.
9. The difference between an incident and an accident is:
A. Incidents always result in injury
B. An incident may not result in injury or damage
C. Accidents are near misses
D. There is no difference
Incidents include near misses; accidents result in injury or property damage.
10. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) provide information on:
A. Chemical properties, hazards, and protective measures
B. Employee health records
C. Equipment maintenance
D. Evacuation procedures
SDS are essential for proper chemical handling and emergency response.
11. Which of the following is a leading indicator of safety performance?
A. Number of injuries
B. Number of OSHA citations
C. Number of safety inspections conducted
D. Worker compensation claims
Leading indicators measure proactive safety activities, not just outcomes.
12. The primary responsibility for worker safety lies with:
A. OSHA
B. Employers
C. Union representatives
D. Insurance companies
Employers are responsible for providing a safe workplace under OSHA standards.
13. When performing a confined space entry, which of the following is mandatory?
A. Fire extinguisher
B. Atmospheric testing and permit
C. Fall protection harness
D. PPE only
Confined spaces often contain hazardous atmospheres; testing and permits are legally
required.
14. What is the minimum clearance for overhead power lines when using ladders?
A. 5 feet
B. 10 feet
