TEST BANK FOR OSHA: SAFE WORK PRACTICES EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+

Elliot is a gas welder for a manufacturing company. Every summer, the plants shuts down for two weeks. As Elliot leaves that last Friday before the shutdown, he turns off the torch and posts appropriate warnings to keep the second shift operators away from the machine he was repairing. At the end of the first week of the shutdown, there was a small explosion in the area in which Elliot was working. An investigation revealed that the welding gas leaked and caused a buildup. What could Elliot have done to prevent this? - ANSWERSShut off the welding gas at the tanks. To prevent trip hazards or blocking of exits when setting up and preforming hot work, keep all equipment clear of: - ANSWERS-Passageways -Stairways -Emergency exits Maintaining a safe hot work environment often involves compliance with regulations and permits regarding issues such as: - ANSWERS-Permits for confined space entry -Fall protection and prevention -Lockout/tagout processes The purpose of using a protective welding scree is to do which of the following? - ANSWERSProtect coworkers from the glare of welding If equipment is left unattended or is not being used for a long period, what steps might need to be done to follow safe work practices? - ANSWERS-Disconnect all power sources to equipment -Shut off fuel supply at the tank or other source -Ensure equipment's fuel is disconnected Which two items are approved methods for keeping cylinders and fuel-gas cylinders separated when they are stored in the same storage area? - ANSWERS-A minimum distance of 20 feet between the two types -A noncombustible partition with fire resistance rating of at least 30 minutes between the two types. When you have finished a hot work job, it is considered best practice to post an appropriate warning in the area in order to do which of the following? - ANSWERS-Protect coworkers from potential burns -Keep coworkers away from your area Which of the following should an individual who preforms hot work do to ensure a safe work environment? - ANSWERS-Be aware of all potential hazards -Use and maintain proper PPE -Follow all safe work practices established by the facility Regardless of severity, if an injury occurs while preforming hot work, you should: - ANSWERS- Report it immediately -Obtain medical attention if needed. James is working outside in a bucket truck. Which of the following should he do to help ensure his safety ans the safety of his coworkers? - ANSWERS-Look up and around before extending the bucket -Maintain a minimum distance of 10 feet from live, overhead power lines Qualified or Unqualified Workers - ANSWERS-Follow safe work practices around electrical equipment -Keep at least 10-foot distance from live, overhead power lines -Obey all warning signs, tags, or permits on site Only Qualified Workers - ANSWERS-Open machine electrical cabinets -Work on or near live electrical parts or systems -Enter restricted areas -Use entry points into areas where live electric work is being done Which of the following are safety measures your employer can take that can help protect you from electrical hazards? - ANSWERS-Post warning signs -Install safety locks -Lock doors on