1. What is OSHA’s primary mission?
- Answer: To ensure the safety and health of workers in the United States.
2. What significant right did the establishment of OSHA grant to workers?
- Answer: The right to a safe and healthful workplace.
3. What information does the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provide?
- Answer: Details regarding hazardous chemicals.
4. What rights do employees have regarding OSHA recordkeeping?
- Answer: They have the right to review the OSHA 300 log and the OSHA 300A summary.
,5. During an OSHA inspection, what rights do workers have?
- Answer: The right to speak privately with the inspector.
6. Where is the right for workers to report safety concerns without fear of retaliation outlined?
- Answer: In Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.
7. What is one of the main responsibilities of employers under OSHA guidelines?
- Answer: To provide training as mandated by OSHA standards.
8. What personal protective equipment (PPE) are employers required to pay for?
, - Answer: Required PPE, including hard hats.
9. What are the classifications of OSHA standards for construction and general industry?
- Answer: Part 1926 for construction and Part 1910 for general industry.
10. What type of OSHA inspection occurs when there is a potential for imminent death or serious injury?
- Answer: An imminent danger inspection.
11. When an employer receives an OSHA citation, how must it be handled?
- Answer: The citation must be posted for three days or until the violation is corrected.
, 12. If unsafe conditions necessitate an OSHA inspection, what should you do?
- Answer: Submit a written, signed complaint with details about the specific hazards.
13. At what height must fall protection be provided for workers with unprotected sides or edges?
- Answer: At 6 feet above the lower level.
14. What measures can employers take to prevent falls?
- Answer: Implement guardrails, safety net systems, and personal fall arrest systems.
15. For workers on scaffolds, at what height is fall protection required?
- Answer: At 10 feet above the lower level.