Preview Questions Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: Which methodology is often employed to assess occupational health risks during a safety audit, specifically for employees handling toxic chemicals?

Which action should you take?

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Reviewing accident investigation reports

Performing risk assessments based on incident data

Conducting a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Assessing ergonomic hazards

Question 2: What is the purpose of performing a root cause analysis in a safety audit?

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To assess compliance with regulatory standards

To identify the underlying cause of safety incidents

To improve employee behavior related to safety procedures

To evaluate the financial impact of safety violations

Question 3: What is the primary objective of a safety audit in the context of chemical handling in an environmental services facility?

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To assess the effectiveness of employee training programs

To reduce the number of workplace injuries

To identify inefficiencies in waste disposal methods

To ensure compliance with hazardous materials regulations

Question 4: What is the purpose of conducting a non-conformance audit in an environmental services facility handling hazardous waste?

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To audit equipment maintenance schedules

To identify areas where safety procedures are not being followed

To evaluate employee satisfaction with safety protocols

To measure the effectiveness of the waste disposal system

Question 5: What is the key factor in performing a risk assessment for biological hazards, particularly in the context of environmental services and hazardous waste disposal?

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Monitoring for regulatory compliance

Identifying potential routes of exposure and determining appropriate containment procedures

Conducting a cost-benefit analysis of safety measures

Prioritizing chemical exposure over biological risks

Question 6: Which regulation is designed to minimize the risk of exposure to hazardous chemicals through proper labeling and signage in the workplace?

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OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Hazardous Materials Regulation

OSHA Chemical Safety Guidelines

OSHA Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (PPE)