Question 1

Explain the various types of workplace emergencies and how employers can effectively deal with such situations.

Accepted Answer

According to OSHA,a workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens employees,customers,or the public;disrupts or shuts down operations;or causes physical or environmental damage.
Emergencies include workplace violence,floods,hurricanes,tornadoes,fires,toxic gas release,chemical spills,radiological accidents,explosions,civil disturbances and terrorism.
OSHA requires companies to have emergency action plans to deal with incidents
such as these.An emergency action plan must include,among other things,procedures
for reporting a fire or other emergency,evacuating a facility,and accounting for
employees after an evacuation.The plan must also include procedures for employees
who must remain in facilities to ensure critical plant operations continue,as well as
procedures for workers performing rescue and medical duties.A copy of the emergency
action plan should either be provided to employees or kept in a convenient
location where employees can access it.Organizations with ten or fewer employees
are allowed to communicate their emergency plans orally to employees.

Question 2

Workplace violence warning signs include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)   veiled threatening statements
B)   fascination with stories of violence
C)   concentration problems and excessive excuses
D)   chronic fatigue D

Question 3

The U.S.Supreme Court ruled in __________ that employers may not bar women of childbearing age from certain jobs because of potential risk to their fetuses

Accepted Answer

A)   International Union v.Johnson Controls
B)   Griggs v.Duke Power
C)   Viands v.Sulliver Corp.
D)   Perry v.Green A

Question 4

In 2009 worker fatalities were less than one-third of what they were in the late 1960s

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A common complaint of OSHA is that their standards are out-of-date,failing to keep up with the realities of the workplace.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

If one is to help an alcoholic,it is necessary to awaken the individual to the reality of the condition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Upper-level operational managers and supervisors have traditionally been the bedrock
for encouraging health and safety in their organizations

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Injury and Illness Report form is also known as:

Accepted Answer

A)   OSHA Form 300
B)   OSHA Form 301
C)   OSHA Form 302
D)   OSHA Form 303

Question 9

A recent survey by the American Institute of Plant Engineers failed to show a direct correlation between an increase in management's commitment to safety and a decrease in accidents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Alcoholism is a disease that runs a predictable course.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Employees who work alone are at a lower risk of encountering workplace assaults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

OSHA is legally permitted to inspect workplaces unannounced.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What is the role of the supervisor in promoting workplace safety?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Discuss the four major factors that impact employee stress.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the four major factors that impact...

Question 15

Penalties for violation of safety rules by employees are usually stated in the:

Accepted Answer

A)   employee handbook
B)   appointment letter of the employees
C)   Federal Register
D)   OSHA

Question 16

Recommendations for minimizing the negative effects of video display terminal use do not include:

Accepted Answer

A)   place monitor 4-9 inches below eye level
B)   use a screen with adjustable brightness and contrast
C)   place monitor at a 45% angle to reduce glare
D)   use blinds or shades to reduce glare

Question 17

It is usually safe for an HR manager to assume that willful violations of safety and health laws and regulations will result in more severe penalties.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

On-site consultation may qualify employers for a ____ year exemption from routine OSHA inspection.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

The average penalty imposed by OSHA for serious violations is now ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   $2,000-$3,000
B)   $3,000-$4,000
C)   $6,000-$7,000
D)   $10,000-$12,000

Question 20

The major source of OSHA standards is:

Accepted Answer

A)   Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSH
A)  
B)   National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 
C)   American Medical Association (AM
A)  
D)   state and local governments

Exam 12: Promoting Safety and Health

Explain the various types of workplace emergencies and how employers can effectively deal with such situations.

Workplace violence warning signs include all of the following except:

The U.S.Supreme Court ruled in __________ that employers may not bar women of childbearing age from certain jobs because of potential risk to their fetuses

In 2009 worker fatalities were less than one-third of what they were in the late 1960s

A common complaint of OSHA is that their standards are out-of-date,failing to keep up with the realities of the workplace.

If one is to help an alcoholic,it is necessary to awaken the individual to the reality of the condition.

Upper-level operational managers and supervisors have traditionally been the bedrock for encouraging health and safety in their organizations

Injury and Illness Report form is also known as:

A recent survey by the American Institute of Plant Engineers failed to show a direct correlation between an increase in management's commitment to safety and a decrease in accidents.

Alcoholism is a disease that runs a predictable course.

Employees who work alone are at a lower risk of encountering workplace assaults.

OSHA is legally permitted to inspect workplaces unannounced.

What is the role of the supervisor in promoting workplace safety?

Discuss the four major factors that impact employee stress.

Penalties for violation of safety rules by employees are usually stated in the:

Recommendations for minimizing the negative effects of video display terminal use do not include:

It is usually safe for an HR manager to assume that willful violations of safety and health laws and regulations will result in more severe penalties.

On-site consultation may qualify employers for a ____ year exemption from routine OSHA inspection.

The average penalty imposed by OSHA for serious violations is now ____.

The major source of OSHA standards is: