OSHA FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS17
___ has long been used in the construction industry due to its high tensile strength, flexibility,
and resistance to heat - ANSWERS-asbestos
the permissible exposure for asbestos is: - ANSWERS-o.1
___ is a type of cancer that affects the abdominal lining or the chest cavity lining. Asbestos
exposure is the leading cause of this type of cancer - ANSWERS-mesothelioma
which of the following would qualify as a high-risk activity? - ANSWERS-removing air-handling
equipment in buildings where fireproofing material includes asbestos
which of the following is a common task that could expose workers to lead? - ANSWERS-
removing old paint
to reduce the risk of lead exposure, employers should __ the lead w/ a nontoxic material that
adheres to the surface - ANSWERS-encapsulate
in any work area where exposure to lead exceeds the permissible exposure limit, which of the
following signs must be posted? - ANSWERS-all the above
which of the following characteristics made lead attractive for use in the construction -
ANSWERS-all the above
,when lead enters the body, it enters the __ which distributes it to various organs and tissues -
ANSWERS-bloodstream
what is the type of dust that is the cause of silicosis? - ANSWERS-respirable crystalline silica
when ___ is inhaled, especially when accompanied by smoking, there is a higher risk for workers
to develop lung cancer than either factor alone - ANSWERS-silica
what is the permissible exposure limit for respirable crystalline silica? - ANSWERS-50
The ___ is the average exposure to a contaminant over a set period of time - ANSWERS-time-
weighted average
which of the following would be an inappropriate location to conduct any welding operation? -
ANSWERS-all the above
which of the following is especially prone to being ignited by sparks while welding? - ANSWERS-
tears, snags, rips, or worn spots on clothing
___ refers to linking cylinders of compressed gas together into a service pipe system -
ANSWERS-manifolding
which of the following is crucial for safety when welding in a confined space? - ANSWERS-the
welding must be authorized by mangement
hoses and hose connections should be able to withstand ___ the pressure they usually
experience - ANSWERS-twice
, a __ with overload protection is required for each outlet that will be connected to a portable
welding machine - ANSWERS-disconnect switch
ARC welding is powered by ___ - ANSWERS-electricity
a __ is placed on a tank to protect the valves from damage or from oil and grease - ANSWERS-
valve protection cap
the right eye protection should: - ANSWERS-all the above
which type of tools are powered by compressed air? - ANSWERS-pneumatic
work conducted near flammable gasses or explosive materials must be conducted with ___
tools - ANSWERS-spark-resistant
the maximum amount of weight a jack can lift is called its: - ANSWERS-manufacturer's safe
operating pressure
which type of switch will shut off when the user releases it? - ANSWERS-constant pressure
switch
prior to grinding or cutting with an abrasive wheel tool, be sure to: - ANSWERS-let the tool come
up to speed
scaffold__ are the workers qualified to design scaffolds - ANSWERS-designers
Guardrails or Personal Fall Arrest System are required on scaffolds that: - ANSWERS-exceed ten
feet in height
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS17
___ has long been used in the construction industry due to its high tensile strength, flexibility,
and resistance to heat - ANSWERS-asbestos
the permissible exposure for asbestos is: - ANSWERS-o.1
___ is a type of cancer that affects the abdominal lining or the chest cavity lining. Asbestos
exposure is the leading cause of this type of cancer - ANSWERS-mesothelioma
which of the following would qualify as a high-risk activity? - ANSWERS-removing air-handling
equipment in buildings where fireproofing material includes asbestos
which of the following is a common task that could expose workers to lead? - ANSWERS-
removing old paint
to reduce the risk of lead exposure, employers should __ the lead w/ a nontoxic material that
adheres to the surface - ANSWERS-encapsulate
in any work area where exposure to lead exceeds the permissible exposure limit, which of the
following signs must be posted? - ANSWERS-all the above
which of the following characteristics made lead attractive for use in the construction -
ANSWERS-all the above
,when lead enters the body, it enters the __ which distributes it to various organs and tissues -
ANSWERS-bloodstream
what is the type of dust that is the cause of silicosis? - ANSWERS-respirable crystalline silica
when ___ is inhaled, especially when accompanied by smoking, there is a higher risk for workers
to develop lung cancer than either factor alone - ANSWERS-silica
what is the permissible exposure limit for respirable crystalline silica? - ANSWERS-50
The ___ is the average exposure to a contaminant over a set period of time - ANSWERS-time-
weighted average
which of the following would be an inappropriate location to conduct any welding operation? -
ANSWERS-all the above
which of the following is especially prone to being ignited by sparks while welding? - ANSWERS-
tears, snags, rips, or worn spots on clothing
___ refers to linking cylinders of compressed gas together into a service pipe system -
ANSWERS-manifolding
which of the following is crucial for safety when welding in a confined space? - ANSWERS-the
welding must be authorized by mangement
hoses and hose connections should be able to withstand ___ the pressure they usually
experience - ANSWERS-twice
, a __ with overload protection is required for each outlet that will be connected to a portable
welding machine - ANSWERS-disconnect switch
ARC welding is powered by ___ - ANSWERS-electricity
a __ is placed on a tank to protect the valves from damage or from oil and grease - ANSWERS-
valve protection cap
the right eye protection should: - ANSWERS-all the above
which type of tools are powered by compressed air? - ANSWERS-pneumatic
work conducted near flammable gasses or explosive materials must be conducted with ___
tools - ANSWERS-spark-resistant
the maximum amount of weight a jack can lift is called its: - ANSWERS-manufacturer's safe
operating pressure
which type of switch will shut off when the user releases it? - ANSWERS-constant pressure
switch
prior to grinding or cutting with an abrasive wheel tool, be sure to: - ANSWERS-let the tool come
up to speed
scaffold__ are the workers qualified to design scaffolds - ANSWERS-designers
Guardrails or Personal Fall Arrest System are required on scaffolds that: - ANSWERS-exceed ten
feet in height
