OSHA - Final

Question 1

______ is an example of nuisance dust:

Answer 1

C: Crystobalite Dust

Question 2

Which of the following statements was the purpose of Congress passing the OSHA act of 1970?

Answer 2

C: Safe and health working conditions for all employees

Question 3

An asphyxiant is a substance that:

Answer 3

D: Deprives the body of oxygen

Question 4

A sensitizer:

Answer 4

C: Causes an allergic reaction after repeated exposures

Question 5

Which of the following is true of inhalation exposure?

Answer 5

B: Organs other than the lungs can be affected

Question 6

Which of the following is true regarding exposure by ingestion?

Answer 6

D: None of the above

Question 7

Which of the following are found on a MSDS?

Answer 7

D: All of the above

Question 8

Laser light is:

Answer 8

D: All of the above

Question 9

Carboxyhemoglobin is formed in the blood from exposure to:

Answer 9

C: Carbon Monoxide

Question 10

Examples of confined spaces are:

Answer 10

D: All of the above

Question 11

What noise level is considered the maximum limit for contentious workplace exposure?

Answer 11

C: 90 DBA

Question 12

By which of the following methods can the AIDS virus be transmitted in the workplace?

Answer 12

D: All of the above

Question 13

The air contaminant that gives sewer gas its odor is:

Answer 13

B: Hydrogen sulfide

Question 14

Which source of asbestos is most friable?

Answer 14

B: Undamaged ceiling tiles

Question 15

Asbestos related diseases are:

Answer 15

A: Lung cancer, mesothelioma, asbestos

Question 16

Cylinders containing flammable gases shall not be stored near?

Answer 16

D: All of the above

Question 17

The most common noise measurement device used for initial surveys is:

Answer 17

B: Sound Level Meter

Question 18

What three atmospheric tests must be conducted prior to entering a confined space?

Answer 18

B: Oxygen, LEL, toxics

Question 19

For non-entry rescue, a solitary attendant should notify rescue services and wait for their arrival.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

Workplace samples for organic compounds can be collected using which of the following materials?

Answer 20

D: All of the above

Question 21

When will a confined space which requires ventilation be safe to enter?

Answer 21

D: After atmospheric testing reveals that the atmosphere is safe

Question 22

An instrument that measures substances in air using U.V. light to ionize the substance is used to detect and measure:

Answer 22

A: Organic compounds

Question 23

The advent of computers has brought about health and safety problems related to which of the following:

Answer 23

C: Industrial work stress

Question 24

Safe work practices involving electricity include:

Answer 24

D: All of the above

Question 25

A 4 located in the red portion of the HMIS label indicates the product is:

Answer 25

C: An explosive

Question 26

Noise is distinguished from sound by which of the following factors:

Answer 26

B: Unwated sound

Question 27

The National Fire Prevention Association has devised a system for the quick identification of hazards presented by hazardous substances. Which color is used to identify a reactivity hazard?

Answer 27

D: Yellow

Question 28

When heat gain from any source is more than the body can compensate for by sweating the result is:

Answer 28

B: Heat stress

Question 29

The minimum suggested face velocity for an exhaust hood is:

Answer 29

D: None of the above

Question 30

Noise control strategies include which of the following:

Answer 30

D: All of the above

Question 31

A welder should:

Answer 31

D: All of the above

Question 32

Entrants should evacuate a confined space when:

Answer 32

D: All of the above

Question 33

_____ are legally enforceable work place exposure limits for airborne toxic materials.

Answer 33

C: PELs

Question 34

Factors that make an individual susceptible to heat stroke are:

Answer 34

D. All of the above

Question 35

Acute effects/exposure are:

Answer 35

D: All of the above

Question 36

The most common route of exposure to chemicals in the workplace is:

Answer 36

A: Skin contact

Question 37

Chronic effects/exposure are:

Answer 37

D: All of the above

Question 38

When metals are heated to their molten state, _____ are generated.

Answer 38

A: Aerosols

Question 39

The ______ of a poison makes it poison

Answer 39

D: Dose

Question 40

“Each employer shall furnish a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees.” This statement is known as:

Answer 40

D: The General Duty Clause