Osha Flashcard

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What does OSHA stand for?

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration

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Who signed the Occupational Safety and Health Act into law?

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Richard Nixon

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In which year was OSHA created?

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1970

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Who was the first director of OSHA?

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Dr. Eula Bingham

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Which of the following was a major catalyst for the creation of OSHA?
The 1968 Farmington Mine Disaster, The 1965 Civil Rights Movement, The Industrial Revolution, The 1990 ADA Act

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The 1968 Farmington Mine Disaster

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The Occupational Safety and Health Act's main goal is to

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Ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace

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Which OSHA clause requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards?

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General Duty Clause

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What does OSHA's Ergonomics Guidelines help prevent?

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Musculoskeletal disorders

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Which of the following is OSHA's standard for handling hazardous chemicals? General Duty Clause, Workplace Hazard Communication Standard, Personal Protective Equipment Standard, Electrical Safety Standard

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Workplace Hazard Communication Standard

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Which law regulates fire safety in office environments?

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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards