Question 1

Both OSHA and NIOSH inspectors may inspect worksites and gather information from employers and employees about hazardous materials.

Accepted Answer

Both OSHA and NIOSH are tasked with inspecting worksites and gathering information about hazardous materials from employers and employees.

Question 2

Business owners have the right to demand a search warrant from OSHA inspectors.

Accepted Answer

Business owners can require OSHA inspectors to obtain a search warrant before entering the premises, except in cases of consent, emergency situations, or other exceptions.

Question 3

What tools are available to OSHA for ensuring worker safety? What are some modern health and safety concerns facing both OSHA and employers?

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Question 4

There are federal guidelines regarding AIDS that require organizational compliance.The major source of these guidelines is ________ and OSHA.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) along with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are the major sources of federal guidelines regarding AIDS that require organizational compliance. The ADA is crucial in protecting individuals with disabilities, including those with HIV/AIDS, from discrimination in various settings including the workplace.

Question 5

The Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission is a subsidiary of OSHA and reviews OSHA's judgments.

Accepted Answer

The Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) is an independent federal agency, separate from OSHA, created to decide contests of citations or penalties resulting from OSHA inspections of American workplaces.

Question 6

A federal law that requires employers to provide a safe and healthy work environment,comply with specific occupational safety and health standards,and keep records of occupational injuries and illnesses is the ________.

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Question 7

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,the most hazardous profession is:

Accepted Answer

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, commercial fishing has consistently been the most hazardous profession in the United States for several years due to the high incidence of injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. In 2019, the fatality rate was 145.0 per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers, which is over 30 times higher than the average for all occupations.

Question 8

Employers may receive up to a one-year variance regarding compliance with new OSHA standards.

Accepted Answer

Employers who are making good faith efforts to comply with new OSHA standards may receive up to a one-year variance.

Question 9

Employees who understand the connection between safety measures and the company's bottom line are likely to have less resistance to safety programs than employees who don't.

Accepted Answer

Employees who understand that safety measures can lead to increased productivity, reduced costs, and a better reputation for the company are more likely to support safety programs and follow safety protocols. They can see the direct correlation between safety and the company's success, and thus have less resistance to safety measures.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for receiving OSHA approval of a state occupational safety and health program?

Accepted Answer

The requirement to fund more than half of the program's costs is not a requirement for receiving OSHA approval of a state occupational safety and health program. However, the other options listed (providing educational assistance, hiring/train competent enforcement personnel, and ability to set and enforce standards) are all requirements.

Question 11

OSHA inspectors may not enter any business without legal warnings or search warrants in order to conduct an unscheduled inspection.

Accepted Answer

OSHA inspectors do have the authority to conduct an unscheduled inspection without a search warrant or prior notice if they have reason to believe there is an imminent danger or if there has been a reported serious injury or fatality. However, in most cases, they will provide advance notice of their inspection.

Question 12

Under OSHA,firms are encouraged but not required to comply with employee requests for information on safety and health hazards.

Accepted Answer

Under OSHA, firms are required to comply with employee requests for information on safety and health hazards. This is known as the "right-to-know" standard.

Question 13

Additional Case 16.1
Greenway Enterprises is a medium-sized manufacturer of electrical components. Recently, the company has experienced a number of workplace accidents. OSHA standards have not been violated in any of the accidents. One of the injured employees, Floyd, files a workers' compensation claim, which is upheld by the state. Doctors indicate that Floyd requires 8 weeks of vocational training before he can return to work.
-Refer to Additional Case 16.1.The HR manager at Greenway suspects that Floyd filed a fraudulent workers' compensation claim.Which of the following would be the most effective action to take?

Accepted Answer

Communicating with workers who witnessed Floyd's accident is the most effective action as it will help to verify the validity of his claim, investigate the cause of the accident, and determine if there was any fraudulent activity involved. Auditing Floyd's credit report or refusing to pay his medical expenses without proof of fraudulent activity could lead to legal issues. Requesting OSHA investigation may not be necessary as their standards were not violated in the accident, and it may not provide valuable information for the case.

Question 14

The Federal Register publishes proposed new occupational standards.

Accepted Answer

The Federal Register is the official journal of the federal government of the United States that contains government agency rules, proposed rules, and public notices, including proposed new occupational standards.

Question 15

Additional Case 16.1
Greenway Enterprises is a medium-sized manufacturer of electrical components. Recently, the company has experienced a number of workplace accidents. OSHA standards have not been violated in any of the accidents. One of the injured employees, Floyd, files a workers' compensation claim, which is upheld by the state. Doctors indicate that Floyd requires 8 weeks of vocational training before he can return to work.
-Refer to Additional Case 16.1.Given that OSHA standards were not violated by Greenway,which of the following is most likely true?

Accepted Answer

Since Greenway has not violated any OSHA standards, it is most likely that they comply with OSHA's general duty provision, which requires employers to provide a workplace that is free from recognized hazards that are causing or could cause death or serious physical harm to employees. Keeping workers' compensation records on file for OSHA (B) or adhering to the fellow-servant rule (D) are not directly related to preventing workplace accidents, and inviting OSHA inspectors to review safety procedures each week (A) would be an excessive measure for a company that is already complying with OSHA standards.

Question 16

OSHA offers a free consultation service to help businesses identify workplace hazards and improve safety management.

Accepted Answer

OSHA's free consultation service provides no-cost and confidential occupational safety and health advice to small and medium-sized businesses to identify workplace hazards, provide advice on compliance with OSHA standards, and assist in establishing injury and illness prevention programs.

Question 17

Fatal occupational injury rates are highest in the logging industry according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Question 18

Additional Case 16.1
Greenway Enterprises is a medium-sized manufacturer of electrical components. Recently, the company has experienced a number of workplace accidents. OSHA standards have not been violated in any of the accidents. One of the injured employees, Floyd, files a workers' compensation claim, which is upheld by the state. Doctors indicate that Floyd requires 8 weeks of vocational training before he can return to work.
-Refer to Additional Case 16.1.As a result of numerous workplace accidents at Greenway,the firm's workers' compensation rates have increased significantly.Which of the following would be LEAST effective at keeping the firm's rates under control?

Accepted Answer

Requesting a variance from OSHA would be the least effective at keeping the firm's rates under control because OSHA standards have not been violated in any of the workplace accidents, thus the incident is a result of the firm's internal safety policies and practices. A variance from OSHA would not directly address the underlying causes of the accidents, unlike the other options provided, such as establishing an on-site health center or providing safety training for workers. Auditing and investigating all claims would also help identify opportunities for improvement and prevent future accidents.

Question 19

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)is responsible for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

NIOSH is responsible for creating new health and safety standards, focusing on research and making recommendations to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.

Question 20

All of the following are components of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standards EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standards require employers to identify and control the hazards of bloodborne pathogens in the workplace, providing employees with personal protective equipment, identifying methods of decontamination, and procedures for handling waste. However, the Standards do not require keeping exposed employees' medical records for 5 years after employment. They require the medical records to be kept for the duration of employment plus 30 years. Warning labels and signs to identify restricted areas are also a requirement under the Standards.

Quiz 16: Managing Workplace Safety and Health