Risk Management Practice Exam

1. OSHA’s general duty clause requires that: A. Employers post information to employees about unsafe working conditions B. Employers report unsafe working conditions to OSHA C. Employers provide hazard-free work environments* D. Employees do not have to report to work if their safety is at risk 2. The OSHA standard known as the Employee Right to Know Law is: A. Hazard communication* B. Occupational safety and hazard posting C. Control of hazardous energy D. First report of injury 3. An MSDS contains which of the following: A. Results of eyesight and hearing exams B. Lockout and tagout signage that can be used to prevent injuries C. A listing of all occupational injuries over the past year D. Procedures for handling hazardous substances* 4. The confined space entry standard requires employers to: A. Have inspected ventilation systems to prevent buildup up of noxious fumes B. Classify areas as dangerous confined space entry and require a permit before entry* C. Provide on-site emergency teams D. Provide unobstructed exits from buildings that are clearly marked 5. Under OSHA standards, which of the following on the job injuries must be reported: A. All injuries even if no formal medical treatment is required B. Only injuries resulting in at least eight hours of lost time C. Only injuries resulting in transfer to another position* D. All injuries reported, regardless of severity 6. OSHA Form 300: Log of work related injuries and illnesses must be completed: A. By all employers with at least one employee B. Within ten days following a reported injury C. Within eight hours of a reported death* D. By the individual (s) who personally observed the accident or injury 7. OSHA provides employers with the right to: A. Refuse an OSHA inspection unless a search warrant is produced.* B. Apply for a temporary variance if meeting an ISHA standard would increase costs. C. Directly appeal decisions that would cost more than $500 D. Terminate employees who file safety complaints that are not found justified. 8. Which OSHA violation is considered the least serious? A. Repeat B. Willful C. Other than serious D. De minimus* 9. Which of the following is MOST important in establishing a culture of safety in the organization? A. Allowing employee complaints regarding safety to be taken seriously B. Establishing a safety committee C. Involving employees and management in creating safety policies* D. Providing a reward if safety goals are met 10. Which of the following is NOT part of a safety committee charter or within their responsibility? A. Conduct area safety inspections to evaluate hazards B. Observe employees for compliance with safety protection equipment C. Review accident and injury data D. Complete OSHA reporting for work related accidents and illness* 11. An employee removes a machine guard to keep the equipment from jamming and slowing production. This is an example of: A. Unsafe act* B. Unsafe condition C. Faulty supervision D. Defective equipment 12. Which of the following is the MOST important priority at the scene of an accident? A. Preserve the evidence B. Isolate and speak with witnesses right away C. Protect others from injury* D. Informing management 13. A pregnant employee comes in contact with chemicals as part of her job and occasionally suffers skin rashes. The employer must: A. Transfer the employee to a safer environment B. Inform the employee of the potential hazards of the job* C. Require the employee to use special protective equipment D. Require the employee to get a doctors statement allowing continuation of working in this position 14. The Toxic Substance Act of 1976 requires that: A. Employees be informed of workplace chemical hazards B. Employers adopt sex-specific fetal protection policies C. Certain chemicals be pretested for safety* D. Employees coming in contact with certain substances be tested on a regular basis 15. Which of the following is true about EAPs? A. Employees must inform HR prior to use B. Union employees may bring a representative to meetings C. Employees may contact the EAP directly* D. Employees must attend sessions for drug counseling 16. Employers are most likely to prevent substance abuse problems at work by: A. Searching employee workstations and company vehicles B. Implementing random drug testing for all employees C. Developing training for reasonable suspicion testing D. Establishing written policies and providing training* 17. Assessing the probability for all types of losses that an organization may be exposed to is known as: A. Impact assessment B. Vulnerability assessment* C. Loss prevention planning D. Risk containment 18. Which of the following situations that lead to workplace violence can be controlled by an employer? A. Productivity demands* B. Domestic problems C. Low self esteem D. Unstable economy and product/service demands 19. Which of the following is most effective in protecting proprietary information within the organization? A. Installation of surveillance cameras B. Tracking of all computer use C. Banning personal internet and email use D. Confidentiality and nondisclosure agreements* 20. An employee suffers from a cut finger at work. This is known as a: A. Occupational injury* B. Occupational hazard C. Unsafe act D. Unsafe condition 21. The form requiring work related injuries and illnesses which is not posted but sent to OSHA is: A. OSHA Form 300 B. OSHA Form 300A C. OSHA Form 301* D. OSHA Form 305 22. Which of the following is considered a Musculoskeletal disorder: A. Broken bone B. Osteoporosis C. Twisted ankle D. Carpal tunnel syndrome* 23. GINA would likely include issues related to which of the following: A. Work place safety B. Wellness programs* C. Drug testing D. Accident investigation 24. The USA Patriot Act was designed to: A. Fight terrorism* B. Create the TSA C. Provide more stringent immigration and visa standards D. Limit the powers of the FBI regarding wiretapping 25. Communication to employees regarding toxic substances in the workplace is covered under the: A. Hazard communication standard* B. Fair Labor Standards Act C. Drug Free Workplace Act D. OSHA Regulation 357