CHST Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A+)

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. The primary purpose of local exhaust ventilation is to: - ANSWER-Remove contaminants at their source With respect to safety and loss prevention, what should be the last method of controlling hazards? - ANSWER-Using Personal Protective Equipment The primary concern of the OSHRC is: - ANSWER-Channel for Appealing of OSHA citations The DOT has compiled a reference book for hazardous material incidents. This book is entitled: - ANSWER-North American Emergency Response Guidebook for Hazardous Materials Incidents Which of the following IS NOT REQUIRED by OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard? - ANSWER-Annual Training