CHST EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

From a safety stand point which of the following is a lagging indicator? - Answer- OSHA incidence rate A safety program begins begins by: - Answer- Developing a policy statement. How should a manager discipline a first offense minor rule infraction. - Answer- Oral reprimand. What is the most important factor in accident prevention. - Answer- Management support. Which federal agency is likely user an activity hazard analysis on a construction project? - Answer- U.S. Army corps of Engineers It is generally accepted that that the most effective safety program places responsibility for enforcing safety policies and procedures on the: - Answer- Supervisors An air-purifying, half-face-icee respirator is expected to have a protection factor of: - Answer- 10 The local OSHA office just announced a Special Emphasis Program for employers with DART rate for 2008 of 6 or higher. You boss wants to know your firm's DART rate. In 2008 your injury-illness statistics were: - Answer- # of days x 200,000/hours worked. Breathing air must meet at least the requirements of the specifications for: - Answer- Grade D breathing air Carpal tunnel syndrome involves an injury to the median nerve. The nerve is compressed carpal tunnel. Carpal tunnel WILL NOT result in which of the following: - Answer- Numbness in the little finger Which of the following statements is INCORRECT concerning protective suits worn by asbestos abatement workers? - Answer- Can be taken home in specially marked bags One of the shortcomings of the taste test for qualitatively fitting a respirator is that there is: - Answer- Wide variation in the ability to taste saccharin The OSHA required Respirator Medical Evaluation Questionnaire is supposed to be reviewed by: - Answer- Doctor, nurse or Licensed health Care Provider.