OSHA 511 TEST PREP QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
What's OSHA's record keeping incident rate: - Answer- • the number of reportable
injuries per 100 workers. OSHA Form 300A (Summary of Work-Related Injuries and
Illnesses); a new form created to make it easier to post and calculate incidence rates or
Total Recordable (TRC). Days Away, Restricted, Transferred (DART).
Definition of a hole: - Answer- • A gap or open space in a floor, roof, horizontal walking
working surface, or similar surface that is at least 2 in (5cm) in its least dimension
Standard for dust masks: - Answer- • Dust Mask are considered air purifying respirators
and are subject to the same requirements as other air purifying respirators
Most important factor to consider when providing employees adequate safety during an
emergency: - Answer- • Number of ways to remove themselves from the emergency
(Exits)
Results of workplace injuries and illnesses: - Answer- • Lower morale and increased
costs
Flammable liquids can be divided into four categories: - Answer- 1. Category I liquids
shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints below 73.4°F (23°C)
-And having a boiling point at or below 95°F (35°C)
2. Category 2 liquids shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints below 73.4°F (23°C)
-And having a boiling point above 95°F (35°C)
3. Category 3 liquids shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints at or above 73.4°F (23°C) and at or below 140°F (60°C)
-When a Category 3 liquid is heated to within 30°F (16.7°C) of its flashpoint it shall be
handled in accordance with the requirements for a Category 3 liquid with a flashpoint
below 100°F (37.8°C)
4. Category 4 liquids shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints at or above 140°F (60°C) and at or below 199.4°F (93°C)
-When a Category 4 liquid is heated to within 30°F (16.7°C) of its flashpoint it shall be
handled in accordance with the requirements for a Category 3 liquid with a flashpoint at
or above 100°F (37.8°C)
Synthetic slings will not be used if: - Answer- Exposed to acids or corrosives
, Cuts, burns, or frays.
Main Provisions of the OSH Act: - Answer- Encourage development of safety and health
programs
• Provide for research in occupational safety and health
• Establish "separate but dependent responsibilities and rights" for employers and
employees
• Maintain a reporting and recordkeeping system to monitor job-related injuries and
illnesses
Application of Standards - Answer- •Horizontal -apply to all industries -1910.212
General guarding requirements for all machines
•Vertical -apply to specific industry or type of equipment -1910.262 Textiles -1910.217
Mechanical Power Presses
Retention of documents - Answer- • Must save for five years following the end of the
calendar year that these records cover:
-OSHA 300 Log
-Privacy case list (if one exists)
-Annual summary (OSHA 300-A), and
-OSHA 301 Incident Report
Safety & Health Systems Components - Answer- • Management Leadership and
Employee Involvement
• Worksite Analysis
• Hazard Prevention and Control
• Safety and Health Training
Aisles and Passageways - Answer- • Shall be kept clear and in good repair, with no
obstructions across or in aisles that could create a hazard
• Permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately marked
• Guarding floor, Wall Openings and Holes
• Every stairway floor opening shall be guarded by a standard railing
• Railing provided on all exposed sides (except at entrance to stairway)
Standard Railings - Answer- • Consists of top, rail, intermediate rail and posts, vertical
height of 42 in.
• Need to withstand 200lbs in any direction
OPIM - Answer- • Other Potentially Infectious Materials Blood borne pathogens
Modes of Transmission of Blood borne Pathogens - Answer- • Penetration of the skin
• Unprotected Mucous membranes
• Unprotected openings in the Skin
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
What's OSHA's record keeping incident rate: - Answer- • the number of reportable
injuries per 100 workers. OSHA Form 300A (Summary of Work-Related Injuries and
Illnesses); a new form created to make it easier to post and calculate incidence rates or
Total Recordable (TRC). Days Away, Restricted, Transferred (DART).
Definition of a hole: - Answer- • A gap or open space in a floor, roof, horizontal walking
working surface, or similar surface that is at least 2 in (5cm) in its least dimension
Standard for dust masks: - Answer- • Dust Mask are considered air purifying respirators
and are subject to the same requirements as other air purifying respirators
Most important factor to consider when providing employees adequate safety during an
emergency: - Answer- • Number of ways to remove themselves from the emergency
(Exits)
Results of workplace injuries and illnesses: - Answer- • Lower morale and increased
costs
Flammable liquids can be divided into four categories: - Answer- 1. Category I liquids
shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints below 73.4°F (23°C)
-And having a boiling point at or below 95°F (35°C)
2. Category 2 liquids shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints below 73.4°F (23°C)
-And having a boiling point above 95°F (35°C)
3. Category 3 liquids shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints at or above 73.4°F (23°C) and at or below 140°F (60°C)
-When a Category 3 liquid is heated to within 30°F (16.7°C) of its flashpoint it shall be
handled in accordance with the requirements for a Category 3 liquid with a flashpoint
below 100°F (37.8°C)
4. Category 4 liquids shall include:
-Liquids having flashpoints at or above 140°F (60°C) and at or below 199.4°F (93°C)
-When a Category 4 liquid is heated to within 30°F (16.7°C) of its flashpoint it shall be
handled in accordance with the requirements for a Category 3 liquid with a flashpoint at
or above 100°F (37.8°C)
Synthetic slings will not be used if: - Answer- Exposed to acids or corrosives
, Cuts, burns, or frays.
Main Provisions of the OSH Act: - Answer- Encourage development of safety and health
programs
• Provide for research in occupational safety and health
• Establish "separate but dependent responsibilities and rights" for employers and
employees
• Maintain a reporting and recordkeeping system to monitor job-related injuries and
illnesses
Application of Standards - Answer- •Horizontal -apply to all industries -1910.212
General guarding requirements for all machines
•Vertical -apply to specific industry or type of equipment -1910.262 Textiles -1910.217
Mechanical Power Presses
Retention of documents - Answer- • Must save for five years following the end of the
calendar year that these records cover:
-OSHA 300 Log
-Privacy case list (if one exists)
-Annual summary (OSHA 300-A), and
-OSHA 301 Incident Report
Safety & Health Systems Components - Answer- • Management Leadership and
Employee Involvement
• Worksite Analysis
• Hazard Prevention and Control
• Safety and Health Training
Aisles and Passageways - Answer- • Shall be kept clear and in good repair, with no
obstructions across or in aisles that could create a hazard
• Permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately marked
• Guarding floor, Wall Openings and Holes
• Every stairway floor opening shall be guarded by a standard railing
• Railing provided on all exposed sides (except at entrance to stairway)
Standard Railings - Answer- • Consists of top, rail, intermediate rail and posts, vertical
height of 42 in.
• Need to withstand 200lbs in any direction
OPIM - Answer- • Other Potentially Infectious Materials Blood borne pathogens
Modes of Transmission of Blood borne Pathogens - Answer- • Penetration of the skin
• Unprotected Mucous membranes
• Unprotected openings in the Skin
