CSST Practice (Pacific EH&S) Questions
and Answers Already Passed
What is the importance of proper waste disposal in construction?
✔✔Proper waste disposal in construction is important to prevent environmental contamination
and comply with regulations regarding hazardous materials.
How can team morale impact workplace safety?
✔✔High team morale can enhance workplace safety by fostering a culture of communication
and shared responsibility for safety practices among employees.
What are the key elements of effective hazard communication?
✔✔Key elements of effective hazard communication include labeling of hazardous materials,
employee training, and access to Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
How does implementing a safety incentive program benefit a workplace?
✔✔Implementing a safety incentive program can encourage employees to prioritize safety and
reduce the number of workplace incidents.
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,What should be the focus when conducting safety training for new employees?
✔✔The focus of safety training for new employees should be on the specific hazards they may
encounter in their roles and the procedures to mitigate those risks.
Why is it vital to have a designated first aid station on site?
✔✔A designated first aid station is vital to provide immediate medical assistance in case of
injuries and to ensure compliance with health regulations.
How can a workplace effectively prepare for natural disasters?
✔✔A workplace can effectively prepare for natural disasters by developing a response plan,
conducting drills, and ensuring all employees are informed of procedures.
What is the primary objective of a site survey?
✔✔The primary objective of a site survey is to evaluate environmental conditions and identify
potential health risks before construction or development.
How does one effectively communicate safety protocols to a team?
✔✔Effectively communicating safety protocols involves clear verbal instructions, written
guidelines, and regular training sessions to reinforce understanding.
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,What should be the first step in developing an emergency action plan?
✔✔The first step in developing an emergency action plan is to assess the specific risks
associated with the environment and operations at the site.
Why is it essential to monitor air quality at construction sites?
✔✔Monitoring air quality is essential to ensure the health and safety of workers and to comply
with environmental regulations regarding emissions.
What factors contribute to slip, trip, and fall hazards?
✔✔Factors contributing to slip, trip, and fall hazards include wet surfaces, uneven ground, poor
lighting, and cluttered walkways.
What is the purpose of conducting a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?
✔✔The purpose of conducting a Job Safety Analysis is to identify potential hazards associated
with specific tasks and implement measures to mitigate those risks.
How can you ensure that all employees are aware of safety changes?
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, ✔✔Ensuring awareness of safety changes can be achieved through regular meetings, updates in
newsletters, and posting information on bulletin boards.
What is the role of regular safety audits?
✔✔Regular safety audits play a critical role in evaluating compliance with safety standards and
identifying areas for improvement in workplace safety practices.
How can worker fatigue be managed on a job site?
✔✔Worker fatigue can be managed by implementing rest breaks, ensuring adequate shift
rotations, and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Under AHERA, all LEA's must have a management plan in place by which date? ✔✔Jul-89
The fiber concentration in a work area is measured to be 0.02f/cc, what is the concentration for a
worker wearing a half-face respirator? ✔✔0.002f/cc
When must an employer institute a medical surveillance program for workers exposed to
asbestos? ✔✔If they are exposed over the permissible exposure limit
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and Answers Already Passed
What is the importance of proper waste disposal in construction?
✔✔Proper waste disposal in construction is important to prevent environmental contamination
and comply with regulations regarding hazardous materials.
How can team morale impact workplace safety?
✔✔High team morale can enhance workplace safety by fostering a culture of communication
and shared responsibility for safety practices among employees.
What are the key elements of effective hazard communication?
✔✔Key elements of effective hazard communication include labeling of hazardous materials,
employee training, and access to Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
How does implementing a safety incentive program benefit a workplace?
✔✔Implementing a safety incentive program can encourage employees to prioritize safety and
reduce the number of workplace incidents.
1
,What should be the focus when conducting safety training for new employees?
✔✔The focus of safety training for new employees should be on the specific hazards they may
encounter in their roles and the procedures to mitigate those risks.
Why is it vital to have a designated first aid station on site?
✔✔A designated first aid station is vital to provide immediate medical assistance in case of
injuries and to ensure compliance with health regulations.
How can a workplace effectively prepare for natural disasters?
✔✔A workplace can effectively prepare for natural disasters by developing a response plan,
conducting drills, and ensuring all employees are informed of procedures.
What is the primary objective of a site survey?
✔✔The primary objective of a site survey is to evaluate environmental conditions and identify
potential health risks before construction or development.
How does one effectively communicate safety protocols to a team?
✔✔Effectively communicating safety protocols involves clear verbal instructions, written
guidelines, and regular training sessions to reinforce understanding.
2
,What should be the first step in developing an emergency action plan?
✔✔The first step in developing an emergency action plan is to assess the specific risks
associated with the environment and operations at the site.
Why is it essential to monitor air quality at construction sites?
✔✔Monitoring air quality is essential to ensure the health and safety of workers and to comply
with environmental regulations regarding emissions.
What factors contribute to slip, trip, and fall hazards?
✔✔Factors contributing to slip, trip, and fall hazards include wet surfaces, uneven ground, poor
lighting, and cluttered walkways.
What is the purpose of conducting a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?
✔✔The purpose of conducting a Job Safety Analysis is to identify potential hazards associated
with specific tasks and implement measures to mitigate those risks.
How can you ensure that all employees are aware of safety changes?
3
, ✔✔Ensuring awareness of safety changes can be achieved through regular meetings, updates in
newsletters, and posting information on bulletin boards.
What is the role of regular safety audits?
✔✔Regular safety audits play a critical role in evaluating compliance with safety standards and
identifying areas for improvement in workplace safety practices.
How can worker fatigue be managed on a job site?
✔✔Worker fatigue can be managed by implementing rest breaks, ensuring adequate shift
rotations, and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Under AHERA, all LEA's must have a management plan in place by which date? ✔✔Jul-89
The fiber concentration in a work area is measured to be 0.02f/cc, what is the concentration for a
worker wearing a half-face respirator? ✔✔0.002f/cc
When must an employer institute a medical surveillance program for workers exposed to
asbestos? ✔✔If they are exposed over the permissible exposure limit
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