Functions and Responsibilities

Question 1

created to ensure worker and workplace safety

Answer 1

The Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970

Question 2

established to set and enforce standards to keep workers safe in the workplace, and provide education and training

Answer 2

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations

Question 3

provides definitions, purpose, and training in addition to equipment to keep workers safe

Answer 3

29 CFR, the 1910 series, Occupational Safety and Health Standards

Question 4

conducts scientific research, develops guidance and shares the information

Answer 4

National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

Question 5

how does OSHA establish and enforce regulations

Answer 5

Employee protection
Education
Workplace practices

Question 6

implement provisions of the OSH Act, Executive Order 12196 and what is known as Title 29, CFR part 1960
applied to all DoD personnel military and civilian

Answer 6

DoD Instruction 6055.1
DoD Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program

Question 7

minimize loss of resources, enhance mission effectiveness and protect AF personnel

Answer 7

AFOSH program

Question 8

minimize loss of Air Force resources and protect AF person, from death, injuries or illnesses

Answer 8

AF 91-202

Question 9

provide installations with guidance on how to develop a uniform occupational safety program

Answer 9

DAFMAN 91-203

Question 10

protect health while enhancing combat and operational capabilities

Answer 10

DAFI 48-145

Question 11

provide a safe & healthy workplace/community environment
establish an Occupational Safety and Health Council (ESOHC)

Answer 11

Base Commander

Question 12

conducting workplace safety evaluations/inspections
report findings

Answer 12

Base Safety

Question 13

directing (OEH) Program

Answer 13

Medical Treatment Facility Commander

Question 14

consultation and workplace visits
category 1 (high risk) shops required to visit

Answer 14

Flight Surgeons

Question 15

acts as a consultant in conjunction with BE
report cases to AFSAS

Answer 15

Public Health

Question 16

first line of defense

Answer 16

workplace supervisors

Question 17

works with BE & PH to review designs

Answer 17

Civil Engineering

Question 18

manages the occupational and environmental health surveillance program

Answer 18

BE

Question 19

schedule and monitor safety, fire protection and health training of employee representatives

Answer 19

Designated Employee Representatives

Question 20

MDG level team that conducts OEH program assessments, analysis, and oversight

Answer 20

OEHWG’s purpose

Question 21

review workplace categorization and implement injury and illness investigational procedures

Answer 21

OEHWG’s responsibilities