STSC Drill Test questions with correct
answers
The strongest motivator, according to the contemporary theory is - correct answer ✔✔
Recognition of achievement for performance.
when working on scaffold 20ft high who must approve the scaffold for use - correct answer ✔✔
Competent person;
The major cause of serious industrial injuries is - correct answer ✔✔ struck by falling object
The investigation of serious or fatal mishaps should be led by - correct answer ✔✔ Senior
Management
When should an accident investigation begin - correct answer ✔✔ As soon as possible, realizing
that protection of the injured and prevention of a second accident will take precedence.
Who is required to provide placards when offering the shipment of a hazardous material -
correct answer ✔✔ Shipper
In which location is a commercial motor vehicle, transporting hazardous materials, is required to
display placards in which of the following locations - correct answer ✔✔ Front, rear and both
sides of vehicle
A bench grinder should have the tool rest adjusted to within _____ inch of the wheel, and the
tongue guard should be adjusted to within _____ inch of the wheel. - correct answer ✔✔ 1/8" ;
1/4"
,Level "B" Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is defined as - correct answer ✔✔ Chemical-
resistant suit with Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or Supplied Air (SA) with escape
provisions
accident costs such as loss in earning power, loss of time by supervision damage to tools and
equipment, and cost of training a new worker are also called - correct answer ✔✔ indirect costs
the best approach for reducing incidents involving human error is to - correct answer ✔✔
Improve system design
All lanyards and vertical lifelines have a minimum breaking strength of ___ pounds per worker -
correct answer ✔✔ 5000 pounds
The maximum storage temperature for a gas cylinder is - correct answer ✔✔ 130 F
The first item to complete before rigging is a sling to a load to - correct answer ✔✔ Load test
the sling at 150% of rated capacity
which statement is inconsistent with the STS code of ethics and professional conduct - correct
answer ✔✔ STS certificate holders should endeavor to represent the common good of the
public, without respect ot the needs of employers or clients
Of the following, the least important benefit of safety and health training is - correct answer
✔✔ attitude adjustment
a break in elevation of _____ requires that either steps, ramps, or ladders must be provided -
correct answer ✔✔ 19 inches
In storage, gas cylinder must be separated from other combustible material by 20 feet or barrier
that is no combustible, has 30 minute fire rating is at least - correct answer ✔✔ 5 feet
,Effective training is enhance by using lesson plans which are designed to - correct answer ✔✔
Provide the instructor with standardized guidance for training session
when advising on decisions about a workplace safety, STS should - correct answer ✔✔ Limit
their advice and recommendation to those areas they have knowledge on
As an employee, without eye protection, is observed installing parts at a bench. This is not a
hazardous operation, but it is posted "eye protection" area. Which of the following is the best
course of action - correct answer ✔✔ Contact the supervisor and discuss the situation
What is the definition of the management term "span of control" - correct answer ✔✔ The
number of subordinates manager can supervise
A CSP and licensed professional engineer asks a supervisor to informally review a series of fall
protection plans for a warehouse construction project. The supervisor has adequately reviewed
these types of plans for years, although without an engineering degree or formal fall protection
system design education. which statement most represents a reasonable interpretation of the
STS code of ethics - correct answer ✔✔ STS code of ethics permits STSs to engage in work when
they re qualified by experience in the specific technical fields involved, as well by education
The one function that will always be filled at every emergency incident regardless of size is the -
correct answer ✔✔ Incident commander
Shipping Hazardous waste requires an accompanying - correct answer ✔✔ Hazardous Waste
Manifest
Removing shoring from a trench must be performed - correct answer ✔✔ bottom to top
, Eye protection required for workers exposed to welding operations or individual observing
welding operations includes - correct answer ✔✔ Flame proof screens or googles
the rate of heat loss from exposed skin cause by wind and cold is defined as - correct answer
✔✔ Wind chill
which activity is designed to verify if the management system is working, the emergency
management administrative function is adequate and all lines of communication are operating -
correct answer ✔✔ Tabletop
Stairways should have handrails installed at ____ from the surface of the tread to the upper
surface of the handrail - correct answer ✔✔ 33''
What is the color that OSHA has designated for providing instruction - correct answer ✔✔
White
How far above the work surface should the side rails of a ladder extend - correct answer ✔✔
36''
You identify a hazard when laying a pipe in a ditch. After eliminating the hazard, who has
authority for determing that it is no safe for the crew to reenter the ditch - correct answer ✔✔
competent person
A crewman is experiencing heat strong. What do you do? - correct answer ✔✔ Pour Cold Water
on him
In most organizations, who can dismiss an employee for violating a safety rule? - correct answer
✔✔ Supervisor and foreman
answers
The strongest motivator, according to the contemporary theory is - correct answer ✔✔
Recognition of achievement for performance.
when working on scaffold 20ft high who must approve the scaffold for use - correct answer ✔✔
Competent person;
The major cause of serious industrial injuries is - correct answer ✔✔ struck by falling object
The investigation of serious or fatal mishaps should be led by - correct answer ✔✔ Senior
Management
When should an accident investigation begin - correct answer ✔✔ As soon as possible, realizing
that protection of the injured and prevention of a second accident will take precedence.
Who is required to provide placards when offering the shipment of a hazardous material -
correct answer ✔✔ Shipper
In which location is a commercial motor vehicle, transporting hazardous materials, is required to
display placards in which of the following locations - correct answer ✔✔ Front, rear and both
sides of vehicle
A bench grinder should have the tool rest adjusted to within _____ inch of the wheel, and the
tongue guard should be adjusted to within _____ inch of the wheel. - correct answer ✔✔ 1/8" ;
1/4"
,Level "B" Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is defined as - correct answer ✔✔ Chemical-
resistant suit with Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or Supplied Air (SA) with escape
provisions
accident costs such as loss in earning power, loss of time by supervision damage to tools and
equipment, and cost of training a new worker are also called - correct answer ✔✔ indirect costs
the best approach for reducing incidents involving human error is to - correct answer ✔✔
Improve system design
All lanyards and vertical lifelines have a minimum breaking strength of ___ pounds per worker -
correct answer ✔✔ 5000 pounds
The maximum storage temperature for a gas cylinder is - correct answer ✔✔ 130 F
The first item to complete before rigging is a sling to a load to - correct answer ✔✔ Load test
the sling at 150% of rated capacity
which statement is inconsistent with the STS code of ethics and professional conduct - correct
answer ✔✔ STS certificate holders should endeavor to represent the common good of the
public, without respect ot the needs of employers or clients
Of the following, the least important benefit of safety and health training is - correct answer
✔✔ attitude adjustment
a break in elevation of _____ requires that either steps, ramps, or ladders must be provided -
correct answer ✔✔ 19 inches
In storage, gas cylinder must be separated from other combustible material by 20 feet or barrier
that is no combustible, has 30 minute fire rating is at least - correct answer ✔✔ 5 feet
,Effective training is enhance by using lesson plans which are designed to - correct answer ✔✔
Provide the instructor with standardized guidance for training session
when advising on decisions about a workplace safety, STS should - correct answer ✔✔ Limit
their advice and recommendation to those areas they have knowledge on
As an employee, without eye protection, is observed installing parts at a bench. This is not a
hazardous operation, but it is posted "eye protection" area. Which of the following is the best
course of action - correct answer ✔✔ Contact the supervisor and discuss the situation
What is the definition of the management term "span of control" - correct answer ✔✔ The
number of subordinates manager can supervise
A CSP and licensed professional engineer asks a supervisor to informally review a series of fall
protection plans for a warehouse construction project. The supervisor has adequately reviewed
these types of plans for years, although without an engineering degree or formal fall protection
system design education. which statement most represents a reasonable interpretation of the
STS code of ethics - correct answer ✔✔ STS code of ethics permits STSs to engage in work when
they re qualified by experience in the specific technical fields involved, as well by education
The one function that will always be filled at every emergency incident regardless of size is the -
correct answer ✔✔ Incident commander
Shipping Hazardous waste requires an accompanying - correct answer ✔✔ Hazardous Waste
Manifest
Removing shoring from a trench must be performed - correct answer ✔✔ bottom to top
, Eye protection required for workers exposed to welding operations or individual observing
welding operations includes - correct answer ✔✔ Flame proof screens or googles
the rate of heat loss from exposed skin cause by wind and cold is defined as - correct answer
✔✔ Wind chill
which activity is designed to verify if the management system is working, the emergency
management administrative function is adequate and all lines of communication are operating -
correct answer ✔✔ Tabletop
Stairways should have handrails installed at ____ from the surface of the tread to the upper
surface of the handrail - correct answer ✔✔ 33''
What is the color that OSHA has designated for providing instruction - correct answer ✔✔
White
How far above the work surface should the side rails of a ladder extend - correct answer ✔✔
36''
You identify a hazard when laying a pipe in a ditch. After eliminating the hazard, who has
authority for determing that it is no safe for the crew to reenter the ditch - correct answer ✔✔
competent person
A crewman is experiencing heat strong. What do you do? - correct answer ✔✔ Pour Cold Water
on him
In most organizations, who can dismiss an employee for violating a safety rule? - correct answer
✔✔ Supervisor and foreman
