Question 1

Material Safety Data Sheets

Accepted Answer

A)  replace the Hazard Communication Standard under federal employee safety law.
B)  are safety data collection instruments that were ruled illegal by the U.S.Supreme Court.
C)  are a primary method of informing employees about health risks and handling instructions associated with chemicals and potentially hazardous substances.
D)  are sheets used by transportation workers such as truck drivers to reduce absenteeism. C

Question 2

Onsite consultation may qualify employers for a __________ year exemption from routine Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections.

Accepted Answer

A)  one-
B)  two-
C)  three-
D)  four- A

Question 3

One of the sales managers at BidSystems was injured while playing softball with colleagues after work. Which of the following is true under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

A)  If the sales manager lost consciousness, the case must be recorded.
B)  If the sales manager will spend days away from work, the case must be recorded.
C)  The case is not to be recorded.
D)  If the sales manager requires medical treatment beyond first aid, the case must be recorded. C

Question 4

Most employers should recognize that alcoholism is a

Accepted Answer

A)  disease.
B)  personal problem.
C)  character flaw.
D)  predominantly blue-collar problem.

Question 5

Following back surgery, Bobbi developed an addiction to her prescription pain medication. She enrolled in a drug treatment program and is not currently using the drugs. Since her employer already gave her medical leave for her surgery, they are not required to make any additional accommodations for her drug-related disability.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When dealing with stress, receiving inadequate feedback on performance and no recognition for a job well done is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  high demand.
B)  high effort.
C)  low control.
D)  low reward.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a category of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's voluntary protection program?

Accepted Answer

A)  Star
B)  Achiever
C)  Merit
D)  Demonstration

Question 8

RioFit was cited for a violation that had a direct relationship to job safety. However, the violation was not considered to be likely to cause death or serious harm. This would be classified as an other than serious violation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A survey of more than 2,000 employers conducted by the National Safety Council found that __________ percent had some type of cell-phone usage policy in place.

Accepted Answer

A)  26
B)  37
C)  46
D)  58

Question 10

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), only employers, not employees, have to comply with all applicable OSHA standards.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Because of the increased danger to their reproductive systems, it is legal to bar women from positions that have been shown to be of high risk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Employer sponsored stress management programs are LEAST likely to include a segment on

Accepted Answer

A)  coping skills.
B)  using alcohol to combat stress.
C)  time management.
D)  listening skills.

Question 13

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) may adjust penalties for violations downward depending on all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  an employer's good faith.
B)  an employer's ability to pay.
C)  an employer's history of previous violations.
D)  the size of an employer's business.

Question 14

Certain equipment used at BidSystems was not up to code and could lead to serious injury. While certain employees were aware of this, they did notify their managers. An OSHA inspector discovered the violation, and determined that management had the responsibility to conduct internal audits, which it did not, and therefore should have known about this. Under OSHA, BidSystems has committed a willful violation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

If an employer has been approved for a voluntary protection program, then the employer's company is not inspected for three years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Upper-level operational managers have traditionally taken the lead in encouraging health and safety in their organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Mara has been exhibiting low spirits, gloominess, and sadness for several weeks. While only a professional can diagnose, since these are frequently symptoms of depression, her manager may want to suggest that she seek professional help.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Stress basically comes from two basic sources which are

Accepted Answer

A)  physical and emotional activity.
B)  mental impairment and outside influences.
C)  family and friends.
D)  emotional distress and work overload.

Question 19

Laws that require employers to disclose relevant safety information regarding toxic and hazardous substances to employees are known as

Accepted Answer

A)  wellness laws.
B)  right-to-know laws.
C)  admission laws.
D)  hazardous data laws.

Question 20

Frequently, employers will create a group consisting of representatives of various segments of an organization to work on safety-related issues. These groups are commonly referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  safety committees.
B)  monitors.
C)  labor-management committees.
D)  human resources assistants.

Exam 12: Promoting Safety and Health

Material Safety Data Sheets

Onsite consultation may qualify employers for a __________ year exemption from routine Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections.

One of the sales managers at BidSystems was injured while playing softball with colleagues after work. Which of the following is true under OSHA?

Most employers should recognize that alcoholism is a

When dealing with stress, receiving inadequate feedback on performance and no recognition for a job well done is known as

Which of the following is NOT a category of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's voluntary protection program?

RioFit was cited for a violation that had a direct relationship to job safety. However, the violation was not considered to be likely to cause death or serious harm. This would be classified as an other than serious violation.

A survey of more than 2,000 employers conducted by the National Safety Council found that __________ percent had some type of cell-phone usage policy in place.

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), only employers, not employees, have to comply with all applicable OSHA standards.

Because of the increased danger to their reproductive systems, it is legal to bar women from positions that have been shown to be of high risk.

Employer sponsored stress management programs are LEAST likely to include a segment on

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) may adjust penalties for violations downward depending on all of the following EXCEPT

If an employer has been approved for a voluntary protection program, then the employer's company is not inspected for three years.

Upper-level operational managers have traditionally taken the lead in encouraging health and safety in their organizations.

Mara has been exhibiting low spirits, gloominess, and sadness for several weeks. While only a professional can diagnose, since these are frequently symptoms of depression, her manager may want to suggest that she seek professional help.

Stress basically comes from two basic sources which are

Laws that require employers to disclose relevant safety information regarding toxic and hazardous substances to employees are known as

Frequently, employers will create a group consisting of representatives of various segments of an organization to work on safety-related issues. These groups are commonly referred to as