NCCER Safety Practice Test

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• Should an effective safety program include subcontractors?
• Which statement regarding termination of employees after an injury is correct?
• Soil from which water is freely seeping is classified as what type?
• Which type of lanyard snap hook is more prone to allowing 'roll out'?
• What is the primary purpose of a flash arrestor in safety gas cans?
• According to OSHA, what type of information must be provided in Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?
• What should be done with an employee who has been injured?
• Why are audits of inspection reports conducted by safety personnel?
• What is the consequence of not notifying OSHA of a fatality within the required timeframe?
• Are fines discussed during the closing conference of an OSHA inspection?
• Can a federal OSHA inspector immediately close a job site if an "Imminent Danger" violation is found?
• What do studies show about strict enforcement of safety rules?
• Which type of fall protection is considered to provide the best protection against severe free fall hazards?
• Which statement is true regarding workers' safety perceptions?
• What may a drop in production and an increase in accidents indicate about workers?
• The Hazard Communication Standard specifically deals with which of the following?
• What constitutes a significant hazard that should not be overlooked?
• An oxygen-enriched atmosphere contains more than what percentage of oxygen?
• What does evaluating a safety program by accident rates tend to focus on?
• What is the approximate oxygen percentage in the normal atmosphere?
• What is the minimum type of lighting required for use in confined spaces?
• In terms of prioritizing safety and loss prevention, what is the first method of controlling hazards?
• What is the correct procedure for accident investigations?
• What is often a requirement following a workplace accident?
• What class of fire extinguisher is necessary for fires involving flammable liquids?
• In the event of an accident, what is crucial for a Safety Technician to do?
• What is a key indicator of heat-related illnesses?
• What steps are typically included in a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?
• What value does tracking accident rates by project provide?
• Which statement about Workers' Compensation Experience Modifier is true?
• How should safety training be viewed within an organization?
• What factor is essential when positioning portable ladders?
• What is the rule regarding wood ladders and opaque coverings?
• If a company is compliant with OSHA standards, what else do they need for a good safety program?
• OSHA's Focused Inspection Program concentrates on which of the following causes?
• After completing an accident investigation, what is the immediate next step that should be taken?
• Is it valuable to track accident rates only by total company rather than by project or total cost of the accident?
• Can all accident costs be fully insured?
• When the oxygen level falls below which percentage should air supplied respirators be used?
• What does "Universal Precautions" entail regarding blood and body fluids?
• What is a critical response when observing unsafe behaviors on the job?
• Are weekly inspections of the jobsite adequate for all safety purposes?
• If an employee's lost workdays continue into the next year, what should be done with the OSHA 200 Log entry?
• The fine wire mesh screen in the outlet of safety gas cans is known as what?
• How often must excavations be inspected by a competent person?
• Who should point out safety infractions to preserve the chain of command?
• The walls and faces of trenches ____ feet or more deep, and all excavations in which employees are exposed to danger from moving ground or cave-in, must be guarded.
• Are all occupational illnesses considered "recordable" regardless of the diagnosing party?
• When entering a permit-required confined space, what should be assumed about hazardous gases?
• Fires involving combustible metals require which class of fire extinguisher?
• What must OSHA representatives do regarding details of a complaint if someone is compliant?
• What is generally true about the need for safety inspections?
• Who is primarily responsible for workplace safety according to best practices?
• After isolating equipment from power sources, what is still necessary?
• When must entries on the OSHA 200 Log be made after learning about an injury or illness?
• Does a jobsite Assured Grounding Program have to be written down to be effectively in place?
• What is required for scaffolds to prevent movement?
• How do strict enforcement of work rules affect worker morale?
• The four high hazard areas of the OSHA Focused Inspection Program account for what percentage of construction industry fatalities from 1985-89?
• During an OSHA inspection, what rights does an employee have?
• If you receive an OSHA citation, how many days do you have to contest it?
• What should be the last method of protection from hazards according to safety and loss prevention priorities?
• What is the minimum flow rate required for the substitute garden-type hose to be effective?
• If an employee in a confined space appears distressed, what should the Attendant do first?
• What is the traditional method used to measure safety performance?
• To reduce the chances of heat stress, it is better to:
• What is the primary purpose of safety audits?
• How quickly does an acute health effect from chemical overexposure typically manifest?
• When using lanyards with a safety harness, the lanyard should limit the free fall to no more than how many feet?
• How important is safety in relation to other business objectives?
• What should a contractor have to qualify for a focused inspection?
• Scaffolds between 4 to 10 feet high with a minimum horizontal dimension of less than how many inches must have standard guardrails?
• Which class of fire extinguisher is suitable for fires involving wood, paper, and trash?
• If a worker is not present, who can remove their lock?
• If an employee files a complaint with OSHA, does the safety coordinator have the right to know the employee's name?
• What is the maximum horizontal distance between points where scaffolds must be secured to a building or structure?
• Should records of jobsite inspections be kept?
• Entry into a confined space for any type of hot work must be prohibited when tests indicate the concentration of flammable gas in the atmosphere is greater than _____% of the lower flammable limit.
• Portable lighting used in wet or conductive locations must be operated at no more than ____volts D.C., or must be protected by GFCI's.
• What is the maximum concentration of flammable gas allowed before entry into a confined space for hot work is prohibited?
• The use of air driven power tools rather than electric tools will __________ the risk of explosion where flammable gases or liquids may be present.
• A person who is assigned by the employer to perform a specific duty is a ________ person.
• The white portion of the NFPA diamond provides information on:
• What is the minimum qualification needed for individuals conducting accident investigations?
• When must you notify OSHA regarding a workplace fatality or certain injuries?
• Who is responsible for correcting non-apparent site hazards?
• What is the required timeframe for notifying OSHA of a workplace fatality?
• Which of the following is a critical element of lockout/tagout procedures?
• How does OSHA require acetylene and oxygen cylinders to be stored together?
• Does a strong safety staff mean top management can avoid involvement in the safety program?
• According to the Construction Site Safety Technician, what is more important than a worker's behavior?
• Which of the following indicates heat exhaustion?
• What is the goal of an effective accident investigation report?
• All equipment that may be used in a flammable atmosphere must be approved as _____ for the atmosphere involved.
• Why is it important to store acetylene cylinders in an upright position?
• Is it acceptable to enter an area with an air purifying respirator if gas tests show levels above the IDLH for respiratory contaminants?
• What is an indication that an area may not be safe to enter?
• Which two types of tests must be performed before entering a permit-required confined space?
• Air supplied respirators must be used when the atmosphere contains less than ___% oxygen.
• What is the primary reason for using explosion proof or intrinsically safe equipment?
• Which is the required minimum height of risers for a stairway that must have at least one handrail?
• How often should safety protocols be reviewed by management?
• At what elevation must a stairway or ladder be provided for access?
• What is the term used for a person who possesses a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing?
• Which color on the NFPA diamond indicates the level of health hazard?
• On platforms more than how many feet above the ground must guard rails and toe boards be installed?
• Which of the following can be used as a substitute for a 2A rated fire extinguisher?
• Which statement is true about the percentage of accidents caused by unsafe conditions?
• Along with implementing feasible engineering controls, employers must also include employees in which program if exposed to high noise levels?
• What does the number "0" on the NFPA diamond represent?
• Why might a company avoid comprehensive safety programs?
• Abrasive discs used on side grinders are generally what?
• Portable straight ladders must extend above the top landing by at least how many inches?
• What is a common misconception about the investigation of workplace accidents?
• What is the minimum length of a hose that can substitute for a 2A rated fire extinguisher?
• Under the OSHA HAZCOM Standard, which of the following items is not required on the container label?
• What is true about the costs of safety efforts in a competitive company?
• What are two important signs of heat stroke?
• What is a consequence of not involving management in safety statistics?
• What type of records would include information about working near high noise levels or chemicals?
• What is the OSHA standard for general construction area lighting?
• What does the presence of a strong safety program contribute to the workplace?
• What type of approach should be taken to accident prevention?
• Should written safety work rules be subject to review or change?
• In a lockout, what happens to an energy isolating device?
• __________________ is the capacity of a substance to produce an unwanted effect when that substance has reached a sufficient concentration at a certain site in the body.
• For how long must the Job Related Medical Record of employees working with hazardous chemicals be retained by the employer?
• How many times the maximum intended load must scaffolding support without failure?
• Inspections of excavations must be made at least ________ by the designated competent person.
• What must you know when preparing equipment for lock or tag out?
• What is considered the primary level of hazard control effectiveness?
• What are Tool Box Safety Talks regarded as in terms of safety training for field workers?
• Substances that pose ______ hazards are those that burn easily, explode or react in some other dangerous way.
• To be eligible for a focused inspection, a contractor must not have what over the last two years?
• What should be done with the OSHA 200 Log at the end of each year?
• Must accident investigations always be sent to OSHA and the insurance company?
• Through which of the following routes can chemicals enter the body?
• Which of the following is a primary purpose of hazard communication?
• Are you required to allow an OSHA inspector on your site?
• Which type of sign is required to alert personnel that an immediate hazard exists?
• Which of the following measurements should be used to determine the effectiveness of a contractor's safety performance?
• Is soap and water sufficient for cleaning and disinfecting tools contaminated with blood?
• Which statement describes a key component of a safety culture in a company?
• How far should oxygen cylinders be stored from fuel gas cylinders or combustible materials?
• What term describes a material that can cause illness or injury if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed?
• Shock absorbing lanyards add how much to a worker's potential fall distance?
• Which type of sign is required to warn against potential hazards?
• When developing an alcohol and substance abuse policy, what is recommended?
• Which type of injuries should be included in your accident analysis for safety and loss prevention?
• A person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and who has the authority to take prompt corrective measures is a __________ person.
• The yellow portion of the NFPA diamond provides information on:
• Which of the following is NOT considered an OSHA recordable incident?
• What type of respirator should not be used in hazardous gas environments?
• Which of the following is true regarding the handling of hazardous materials?
• What may occur that could lead to a reduction of OSHA fines?
• Who should perform workplace inspections?
• Who is primarily responsible for ensuring safety protocols are followed during inspections?
• What is one of the most important skills that a Safety Technician can develop?
• If an employee is exposed to continuous noise at the level of 90 dBA, what must the employer implement?
• What is the flash point characteristic of flammable liquids?
• What separates Class A fire extinguishers from other classes?
• When are employee complaints to OSHA typically disclosed?
• Who has the authority to determine final OSHA penalties and issue citations?
• What type of fire extinguisher is required for fires involving energized electrical equipment?
• Is it necessary for top management to track safety statistics if safety staff is handling it?
• Is a skin rash from job-related exposure always recorded on the OSHA 200 Log even if the employee does not visit a physician?
• What document provides the most safety and health information about hazardous materials?
• At what percentage does the atmosphere require the use of respirators due to oxygen deficiency?
• Which statement is true about the NFPA diamond and HMIS signs?
• Is there any situation where safety rules should remain unchanged?
• What is the preferred method for locking out equipment?
• In a flammable atmosphere, the best type of power tools to use are:
• At what height above the surface must safety nets be provided when other fall protection methods are impractical?
• When storing flammable liquids, what is the significance of the flash point?
• At what height is a platform required to have guardrails installed on all open sides?
• When should alleged OSHA violations be corrected?
• Which type of drug test is most likely to lead to complaints or legal challenges?
• Once OSHA fines are announced, what must be done?
• Is the involvement of top management necessary in safety programs, being a management function?
• Is it safe to enter a permit-required confined space wearing an air purifying respirator if gas tests show the atmosphere has an oxygen level of 19.0%?
• If a contractor does not qualify for the OSHA Focused Inspection program, what will the compliance officer do?
• What indicates that ANSI Approved Industrial Safety Glasses have safety lenses?
• When does a chronic health effect from chemical overexposure appear?
• The Experience Modification Rate (EMR) is a measure of what aspect of a contractor?
• In excavations which employees may be required to enter, the excavated or other material must be stored and retained at least ____ feet from the edge of the excavation.
• What type of investigation should be conducted after an accident?
• What is the consequence of not adjusting safety protocols according to site conditions?