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Sample Answers
Chapter 14: Workplace Safety, Health, and Security
Answers to Applying the Concept Exercises
Applying the Concept 14-1: Employer Rights and Responsibilities Under OSHA
Respond yes or no to each question regarding employer rights and responsibilities.
a. Yes
b. No
1. Is it permissible to ask the inspector the reason for the inspection?
2. Henry got us into trouble with OSHA, so is it OK to demote him?
3. Is it OK to take some notes during the OSHA inspection?
A. Yes. Taking notes on what is inspected and any discrepancies is an employer right.
4. Does OSHA require us to inform and train employees about existing hazards in the
workplace?
5. Does OSHA require us to keep records of work-related injuries or illnesses?
A. Yes. This is listed in Exhibit 14-1 as a responsibility.
6. Does a member of the HR staff have to accompany the OSHA inspector during the site
visit?
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7. Can we require employees to buy their own safety equipment?
Applying the Concept 14-2: Employee Rights and Responsibilities Under OSHA
Respond yes or no to each question regarding employee rights and responsibilities.
a. Yes
b. No
8. Is it OK to object to the time frame for correction of discrepancies of OSHA standards?
9. Can OSHA make my employer maintain working conditions free from any hazards?
10. If I see hazardous conditions, does OSHA state that I have to tell my supervisor?
A. Yes. Reporting hazards is a responsibility of employees.
11. Do I have to wear this back brace? It is heavy and uncomfortable, and I can’t move as
12. If I report hazardous conditions to HR, do I have to tell them who I am?
B. No. Employees have the right to maintain anonymity when filing a complaint.
13. If an OSHA inspector interviews me, can I cover up for the company and say we
followed OSHA guidelines so we don’t get into trouble?
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14. Do I have to tell my supervisor I just got hurt? I don’t want him to be mad at me for
making him do all the paperwork.
Applying the Concept 14-3: Stress Management Techniques
Put the letter of the technique being used on the line next to the corresponding statement.
a. time management
b. relaxation
c. nutrition
d. exercise
e. positive thinking
f. support network
15. “I’ve been stressed out, so I have been praying more lately.”
16. “I’ve been working on positive affirmations, so I have been repeating to myself that ‘I
can meet the deadline.’”
17. “I’m not too organized, so I’ve started using a to–do list.”
18. “I’ve been taking a walk at lunchtime with Latoya.”
D. Exercise. Walking is exercising.
19 “I’ve been getting up earlier and eating a healthy breakfast.”
20. “I have a bad boss, so I’ve been talking to my colleague Tom about her.”
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Answers to Skill Builder Exercises
Skill Builder 14-1 Ideas
Developing a Stress Management Plan
Note: This exercise overlaps with Work Application 14-9, as Skill Builder Questions 1 and 3
are the same as Work Application 14-1.
Skill Builder 14-2 Ideas
Safety, Health, and Security
Objective
To assess the safety, health, and security at your place of work, school, and home and to
recommend improvements
Skills
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2.A. Has your place of work, school, or home experienced a cyber attack, including social
media? Have you seen or experienced any uncontrolled anger, bullying, or violence at work,
at school, or at home?
2.B. How can security be improved at work, at school, and at home?
3.A. How good is your balance of work, school, and home life? Is there an EAP and/or EWP
available to help you?
3.B. How can you improve your balance?