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1. Employee morale can be affected by accidents and illnesses attributed to a workplace.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
2. Ella works for the county government. She is covered by OSHA.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
3. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) covers all employers in all states in the U.S.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
4. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) can develop rules and standards only when petitioned by
other agencies such as the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
5. After years working in a local restaurant, Mika left to start her own catering business. Since she is self-employed, Mika
is covered by OSHA.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
6. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is legally permitted to inspect workplaces unannounced.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
7. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations are categorized into three types: willful, intentional,
and non-intentional.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
8. A willful violation of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards that results in the death of an
employee can result in penalties up to $250,000 for an individual.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
9. It is reasonable for an HR manager to assume that willful violations of safety and health laws and regulations will result
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in more severe penalties.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
10. If an employer has been approved for a voluntary protection program, then the employer’s company is not inspected
for three years.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
11. Stan is nearing graduation with a degree in engineering, specializing in ergonomics. He is interested in researching
health and safety issues as a career. While he could stay in academia, he may want to explore job possibilities at NIOSH.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
12. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), only employers, not employees, have to comply with all
applicable OSHA standards.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
13. An employer can find the incidence rate of injury and illness at the firm by dividing the number of injuries and
illnesses by 200,000 and multiplying it with the total hours worked by all employees during the period covered.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
14. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provide a system for communicating data on health hazards to employees.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
15. As an OSHA compliance officer, after presenting his credentials to the operating manager at RioFit, Marv can hold
private interviews with any of the firm’s employees.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
16. A study by the American Institute of Plant Engineers showed that there was no correlation between an increase in the
commitment to safety by managers and a decrease in accidents.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
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17. As a supervisor at RioFit, one of Wanda’s major responsibilities is to communicate to her staff the need to work safely.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
18. Self-employed workers are not covered under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
19. Typically, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspectors arrive at a work site unannounced and
ask for a meeting with a representative of the employer.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
20. In recent years Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has stepped down its enforcement activities.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
21. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) citations may be issued immediately following an inspection
or later by mail.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
22. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements mandate that employers with 11 or more
employees maintain records of work-related occupational injuries and illnesses.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
23. Recordable cases that must be reported on Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Form 300 include any injury
or illness that is treated with first aid.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
24. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) can adjust penalties upward and downward.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
25. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication standard is the most frequently
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cited OSHA standard for general industry.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
26. Ron is facing a number of tight deadlines at work and does not feel that he can meet them. He feels insecure and
unable to do his job, and this had led to feelings of helplessness and desperation. Ron is experiencing distress.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
27. 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.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
28. Tia has complaining lately of sore eyes along with pains in her back, neck, and shoulders at the end of a work day. It is
likely that Tia spends her day working at a computer screen.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
29. 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.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
30. RioFit was cited for a violation that did not have a direct relationship to job safety. However, the violation was
considered to be likely to cause death or serious harm. This would be classified as an other than serious violation.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
31. To capitalize on the benefits of video display terminals while safeguarding employee health, employers should make
sure that employees sit in a stable chair with the computer screen four to nine inches above eye level.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
32. Employees who perform manual tasks continuously are strong candidates for carpal tunnel syndrome.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
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33. Musculoskeletal injuries resulting from cumulative trauma or repetitive motion that lead to days away from work or
work restrictions are “recordable cases” and must be reported on OSHA Form 300.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
34. No citations are issued in connection with a consultation; however, the consultant’s files may be used to trigger an
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspection.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
35. Senior management at BidSystems knew that their equipment was not up to code and could lead to injury. However,
they could not afford to upgrade the equipment, and chose to continue operations anyway. Under OSHA, BidSystems has
committed a willful violation.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
36. 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.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
37. Terrorism is included in the workplace emergencies for which companies must have an emergency action plan.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
38. Kendra is a member of the crisis management team at BidSystems. The company just experienced an incident of
workplace violence, when a former employee returned and sabotaged some equipment, shutting down key operations for a
limited period of time. One of Kendra’s responsibilities now is to help get employees back to work and making sure they
get paid.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
39. Improved employee health is associated with lower levels of absenteeism and increased efficiency.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
40. Managers can help employees with emotional problems by taking on the role of a psychologist and trying to diagnose
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an employee’s condition.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
41. Personal crises involving marital, family, financial, or legal matters are among the most prevalent employee problems.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
42. 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.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
43. Alcoholism is regarded as a disease, similar to a mental impairment.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
44. Jen sees signs that one of her employees might be an alcoholic. In order to help this individual, Jen must awaken the
individual to the reality of the condition.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
45. Alcoholism is classified as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
46. BidSystems has several contracts with the federal government. Therefore, it is required to take steps to maintain a
drug-free work environment.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
47. Upper-level operational managers have traditionally taken the lead in encouraging health and safety in their
organizations.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
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48. Stress is any demand on the individual that requires coping behavior.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
49. 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.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
50. Eustress is the feeling of anxiety one gets after a strenuous workout.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
False
51. Inadequate recognition can be a major stressor.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
52. The leading cause of career burnout is lack of personal fulfillment or lack of positive feedback about performance.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
53. The leading cause of worker fatalities each year is motor vehicle crashes.
a.
True
b.
False
ANSWER:
True
54. Kendra’s job is not covered by OSHA. Kendra most likely
a.
works for the state government.
b.
works for the local government.
c.
works for a private sector company.
d.
is self-employed.
ANSWER:
b
55. According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration study, people who send text messages while driving
are __________ times more likely to crash than other drivers.
a.
23
b.
35
c.
5
d.
10
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ANSWER:
a
56. Each of the following can begin health and safety standards procedures EXCEPT
a.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
b.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
c.
American Medical Association (AMA).
d.
state and local governments.
ANSWER:
c
57. While all of these can initiate standard setting procedures, the major source of Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) standards is
a.
the employer.
b.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
c.
the secretary of HHS.
d.
state governments.
ANSWER:
b
58. According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration study, distracted driving accounts for __________ of
all accidents.
a.
25 percent
b.
50 percent
c.
60 percent
d.
80 percent
ANSWER:
d
59. RioFit received an OSHA citation and posted it near the place of the violation for eight days. Why eight days?
a.
All citations must be posted for eight days or until the violation is abated; it took eight days or less for the
violation to be abated.
b.
Any citation that is issued immediately must be posted for eight days.
c.
Any citation that is issued later by mail must be posted for eight days.
d.
All citations must be posted for three days or until the violation is abated; it took eight days for the violation to
be abated.
ANSWER:
a
60. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, OSHA may do any of the following EXCEPT
a.
conduct workplace inspections.
b.
monitor the marketing strategies used by companies.
c.
issue citations to offending employers.
d.
impose fines of up to $12,675 for an other-than-serious violation.
ANSWER:
b
61. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) may cite employers under all of the following violations
EXCEPT
a.
willful violations.
b.
serious violations.
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c.
other-than-serious violations.
d.
minor violations.
ANSWER:
d
62. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) may adjust penalties for violations downward depending
on all of the following EXCEPT
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.
ANSWER:
b
63. Onsite consultation may qualify employers for a __________ year exemption from routine Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) inspections.
a.
one-
b.
two-
c.
three-
d.
four-
ANSWER:
a
64. Strategic Partnership Programs (SPPs):
a.
attempt to get employers to go beyond the basics of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) law and
provide workers with better protection on the job.
b.
allow employers to sidestep Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) legislation.
c.
are long-term agreements between employers and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) aimed at reducing serious workplace hazards and achieving a high level of worker safety and health.
d.
cover only transportation-related industries.
ANSWER:
c
65. Voluntary protection programs (VPPs)
a.
try to establish a cooperative relationship between employers and OSHA.
b.
allow employers to sidestep Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) legislation.
c.
are contained within state-based, right-to-know legislations.
d.
cover only transportation-related industries.
ANSWER:
a
66. RioFit has exemplary health and safety records. The firm may receive recognition under the
a.
Voluntary Protection Program.
b.
Strategic Partnership Program.
c.
Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program.
d.
Alliances Program.
ANSWER:
c
67. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), employers must do all of the following EXCEPT
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a.
fire employees who have been injured or have become ill due to work-related factors.
b.
keep records of all work-related accidents and injuries.
c.
inform employees of Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) requirements.
d.
refrain from disciplining employees who have filed safety complaints with the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA).
ANSWER:
a
68. The number of injuries and illnesses per 100 full-time employees during a given year is the
a.
illness rate.
b.
accident rate.
c.
incidence rate.
d.
safety rate.
ANSWER:
c
69. It is the responsibility of __________ to ensure that employees use protective equipment on the job.
a.
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
b.
the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) representatives
c.
a manual laborer
d.
an employer
ANSWER:
d
70. Laws that require employers to disclose relevant safety information regarding toxic and hazardous substances to
employees are known as
a.
wellness laws.
b.
right-to-know laws.
c.
admission laws.
d.
hazardous data laws.
ANSWER:
b
71. Material Safety Data Sheets
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.
ANSWER:
c
72. RioFit was recently issued a citation for a violation of OSHA. This is RioFit’s first violation, and the company has
demonstrated sincere effort to comply with OSHA. It is likely that
a.
if this was a willful violation, RioFit will be fined the maximum of $500,000.
b.
OSHA would adjust RioFit’s penalty down from the established standards.
c.
OSHA will assess a penalty in line with established standards.
d.
if this was not a willful violation, RioFit will get just a warning.
ANSWER:
b
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73. 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
a.
safety committees.
b.
monitors.
c.
labor-management committees.
d.
human resources assistants.
ANSWER:
a
74. RioFit’s CEO was just sentenced to 6 months in prison for an OSHA violation. This means that the violation was
a.
willful.
b.
serious.
c.
other than serious.
d.
hazardous.
ANSWER:
a
75. RioFit was recently cited for three separate violations and fined a total of $38,025, which represents the maximum
penalty for each violation. Based on this, it is likely that
a.
all three violations were willful.
b.
all three violations were serious.
c.
two violations were serious and one was willful.
d.
two violations were serious and one was unavoidable.
ANSWER:
b
76. RioFit was recently cited for multiple violations and fined a total of $14,000, which matches the average penalty
currently imposed by OSHA per violation. Based on this, it is likely that
a.
RioFit was cited for three other than serious violations.
b.
RioFit was cited for four other than serious violations.
c.
RioFit was cited for three serious violations.
d.
RioFit was cited for four serious violations.
ANSWER:
d
77. In the previous 4 weeks, RioFit’s 50 assembly line employees each worked a full 40-hour week for a total of 8,000
hours and reported 1 injury. What is their incidence rate?
a.
1
b.
25
c.
40
d.
50
ANSWER:
b
78. In the last half of last year (25 weeks), RioFit’s 75 assembly line employees worked a combined total of 69,375 hours
and reported 3 injuries. What is their incidence rate?
a.
3
b.
8.64
c.
17.3