OSH-CAT 2

Which of the following materials is commonly used as insulation in electrical wiring? a) Copper b) Aluminum c) PVC d) Steel

• d
• c
• b
• a

In electrical circuits, what does the term "voltage" refer to? a) The rate of flow of electric charge b) The amount of electric current flowing c) The difference in electric potential between two points d) The resistance to the flow of electric current

• a) The rate of flow of water
• b) The color of the wires
• d) The speed of light
• c) The difference in electric potential between two points

What is the purpose of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in electrical installations? a) To regulate voltage fluctuations b) To prevent electrical shocks c) To increase electrical resistance d) To reduce power consumption

• To regulate current flow
• To prevent electrical shocks
• To enhance circuit efficiency
• To improve electrical conductivity

Which of the following is NOT a type of electrical conductor? a) Insulator b) Semiconductor c) Superconductor d) Conductor

• b) Superinsulator
• c) Ultrasemiconductor
• a) Insulator
• d) Nonconductor

Which of the following is NOT an indicator of physical hazards in the workplace? a) Exposed electrical wiring b) Unlabeled chemical containers c) Slippery floors d) Loud noises

• b) Unsecured ladders
• a) Exposed plumbing
• d) Loud noises
• c) Broken windows

What does the term "exposure" refer to in the context of workplace hazards? a) The likelihood of harm occurring b) The extent to which individuals come into contact with hazards c) The severity of consequences d) The effectiveness of control measures

• a) The color of the hazard
• c) The time of day when hazards are present
• d) The temperature at which hazards occur
• b) The extent to which individuals come into contact with hazards

Which of the following is an example of an ergonomic hazard? a) Strong chemical odor b) Mold growth c) Awkward postures d) Workplace violence

• c) Awkward postures
• b) Slippery floors
• a) Strong noise levels
• d) Inadequate lighting

What is the primary purpose of conducting workplace hazard evaluations? a) To assign blame for workplace incidents b) To identify and mitigate potential hazards c) To increase exposure to workplace hazards d) To ignore employee concerns

• To downplay the seriousness of hazards
• To create more workplace hazards
• To blame employees for workplace incidents
• To identify and mitigate potential hazards

Which method is NOT commonly used for hazard identification and evaluation? a) Workplace inspections b) Environmental monitoring c) Customer surveys d) Health surveys

• b) Safety data sheets review
• a) Workplace audits
• c) Customer surveys
• d) Incident investigation

Section B: True or False

6. True or False: The Hierarchy of Controls prioritizes control measures based on their cost-effectiveness.

• False
• True