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Occupational Health and Safety Regulations

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Which regulation requires employers to provide a safe and healthy workplace for their employees?

  1. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

  2. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

  3. National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)

  4. Equal Pay Act (EPA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OSHA is the primary federal law that regulates workplace safety and health in the United States.

What is the purpose of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?

  1. To provide information about the hazards of a chemical

  2. To provide instructions for using a chemical safely

  3. To provide information about the disposal of a chemical

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

An MSDS provides information about the hazards of a chemical, instructions for using it safely, and information about its disposal.

What is the maximum allowable concentration (MAC) of a chemical in the air?

  1. The concentration at which a chemical is immediately dangerous to life or health

  2. The concentration at which a chemical can cause long-term health effects

  3. The concentration at which a chemical can cause short-term health effects

  4. The concentration at which a chemical is not harmful to health

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The MAC is the concentration of a chemical in the air that can cause long-term health effects, such as cancer or respiratory problems.

What is the purpose of a lockout/tagout procedure?

  1. To prevent accidental startup of machinery

  2. To prevent accidental release of hazardous energy

  3. To prevent accidental contact with hazardous materials

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A lockout/tagout procedure is a safety procedure that is used to prevent accidental startup of machinery, accidental release of hazardous energy, and accidental contact with hazardous materials.

What is the minimum age for working in a hazardous occupation?

  1. 14 years old

  2. 16 years old

  3. 18 years old

  4. 21 years old

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The minimum age for working in a hazardous occupation is 18 years old.

What is the purpose of a confined space entry permit?

  1. To authorize entry into a confined space

  2. To identify the hazards of a confined space

  3. To establish procedures for entering and exiting a confined space

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A confined space entry permit is a document that authorizes entry into a confined space, identifies the hazards of the space, and establishes procedures for entering and exiting the space.

What is the maximum allowable noise level in a workplace?

  1. 85 decibels

  2. 90 decibels

  3. 95 decibels

  4. 100 decibels

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The maximum allowable noise level in a workplace is 90 decibels.

What is the purpose of a personal protective equipment (PPE) program?

  1. To provide employees with the appropriate PPE for their jobs

  2. To train employees on how to use PPE properly

  3. To inspect PPE regularly to ensure that it is in good condition

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A PPE program is a program that is designed to provide employees with the appropriate PPE for their jobs, train employees on how to use PPE properly, and inspect PPE regularly to ensure that it is in good condition.

What is the minimum frequency for inspecting fire extinguishers?

  1. Monthly

  2. Quarterly

  3. Annually

  4. Every two years

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fire extinguishers must be inspected monthly.

What is the purpose of a hazard communication program?

  1. To inform employees about the hazards of chemicals in the workplace

  2. To train employees on how to handle chemicals safely

  3. To establish procedures for responding to chemical spills and leaks

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A hazard communication program is a program that is designed to inform employees about the hazards of chemicals in the workplace, train employees on how to handle chemicals safely, and establish procedures for responding to chemical spills and leaks.

What is the maximum allowable exposure limit (AEL) for asbestos?

  1. 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc)

  2. 0.5 f/cc

  3. 1.0 f/cc

  4. 2.0 f/cc

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

The maximum allowable exposure limit (AEL) for asbestos is 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc).

What is the purpose of a machine guarding program?

  1. To prevent accidental contact with moving machine parts

  2. To prevent accidental startup of machinery

  3. To prevent accidental release of hazardous energy

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A machine guarding program is a program that is designed to prevent accidental contact with moving machine parts, accidental startup of machinery, and accidental release of hazardous energy.

What is the maximum allowable exposure limit (AEL) for lead?

  1. 50 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³)

  2. 100 µg/m³

  3. 200 µg/m³

  4. 300 µg/m³

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

The maximum allowable exposure limit (AEL) for lead is 50 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³).

What is the purpose of a respiratory protection program?

  1. To provide employees with the appropriate respirators for their jobs

  2. To train employees on how to use respirators properly

  3. To inspect respirators regularly to ensure that they are in good condition

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A respiratory protection program is a program that is designed to provide employees with the appropriate respirators for their jobs, train employees on how to use respirators properly, and inspect respirators regularly to ensure that they are in good condition.

What is the maximum allowable exposure limit (AEL) for benzene?

  1. 1 part per million (ppm)

  2. 5 ppm

  3. 10 ppm

  4. 20 ppm

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Explanation:

The maximum allowable exposure limit (AEL) for benzene is 1 part per million (ppm).

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