PSM Final Exam Questions & Answers 2024

PSM Final Exam Questions & Answers 2024 PSM applies to - ANSWER-A process which involves a chemical at or above the specified threshold quantities listed in Appendix A of the Standard. PSM applies to - ANSWER-A process which involves a flammable liquid or gas (as defined in 1910.1200(c) on site in one location, in a quantity of 10,000 pounds. PSM applies to (EXCEPT) - ANSWER-(a) consumption as a fuel (e.g., propane used for comfort heating, gasoline for vehicle refueling), if such fuels are not a part of a process containing another highly hazardous chemical covered by the standard. (b) flammable liquids stored in atmospheric tank or transferred which are kept below their normal boiling point without benefit of chilling or refrigeration. PSM does not apply to - ANSWER-retail facilities,oil or gas well drilling or servicing operations or, normally unoccupied remote facilities. Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 enacted? - ANSWER-law that OSHA enact the PSM Standard The areas that the CAA specified for coverage included: - ANSWER-• Written safety information - workplace chemical and process hazards, equipment, & technology • Hazard assessment - potential for catastrophic consequences (range of release, exposure group, etc. • Consultation with employees on development of the hazard analysis and associated plans. This also included access to the developed plans • Employers had to do something about the findings from the hazard assessment - they couldn't just put it on a shelf to collect dust • Employers had to periodically review (audit & update) the original assessment • Employers had to develop and implement written operating procedures • Employers had to make the written operational and safety information available to employees and train them