Occupational Safety and Health Quiz

What is the main purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994?

• To ensure industrial profitability

• To standardize chemical processing steps

• To ensure the safety, health, and welfare of persons at work

• To regulate product labeling and exports

Under OSHA 1994, who holds the primary responsibility for ensuring workplace safety?

• Safety consultants

• Employers

• The government

• Workers' unions

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of HIRARC?

• Hazard Identification

• Risk Assessment

• Profit Forecasting

• Risk Control

Which of the following is an example of a hazard in a chemical plant?

• A well-labeled chemical cabinet

• Slippery floors near chemical storage

• Completed risk assessment documents

• Functional fire extinguishers

What is the correct order of steps in the HIRARC process?

• Risk Assessment → Hazard Identification → Risk Control

• Hazard Identification → Risk Assessment → Risk Control

• Hazard Identification → Risk Control → Risk Assessment

• Risk Control → Risk Assessment → Hazard Identification

Which of the following control measures ranks highest in the Hierarchy of Control?

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Engineering Controls

• Substitution

• Elimination

What does 'Risk' mean in the context of HIRARC?

• The probability and severity of harm resulting from a hazard

• The physical location of a hazard

• A hazard that has already caused injury

• A list of equipment in the workplace

Which section of OSHA 1994 outlines the general duties of employers?

• Section 14

• Section 15

• Section 16

• Section 17

A chemical engineer notices a corroding pipe carrying flammable gases but is told to ignore it by management. What ethical action should be taken?

• Ignore the issue to avoid conflict

• Report the issue to relevant safety authorities

• Wait for a leak before taking action

• Ask a colleague to monitor the situation

Why is regular review of HIRARC documents important in chemical plants?

• To satisfy legal requirements only

• To continuously reduce risks as operations evolve

• To reduce the paperwork burden

• To prepare for tax audits