BOS4025 Unit I Assessment
QUESTION 1
Under 29 CFR 1904, are activities of self-employed individuals covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
- Yes, since the Act governs all establishments affecting commerce.
- No, self-employed individuals are not considered employers under the Act.
- Yes, self-employed individuals are considered employers under the Act.
- No, unless they receive compensation for their work.
QUESTION 2
If an employer refuses to admit an Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) compliance officer, or if an employer attempts to interfere with the inspection, the Act permits __________.
- the employer to have his representative go along with the OSHA inspector.
- appropriate legal action which might entail securing a warrant.
- a cooling-off period of 24 hours.
- the employer’s attorney to file a stand down order.
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QUESTION 3
What is the first step for employers to take if they believe they have been issued a citation unfairly and wish OSHA to consider their arguments related to the case?
- At the time of the follow-up inspection, give the Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) a letter that requests that the citation be withdrawn.
- Notify the Secretary of Labor by sending a signed letter postmarked within 30 days.
- Send a written notice to the OSHA area office within 15 working days after receipt of the citation.
- Contact legal counsel, and initiate a small claims suit that names OSHA as the defendant.
QUESTION 4
Which of the following has OSHA established as the top inspection priority?
- Catastrophes and fatal accidents
- Imminent danger
- Employee complaints
- Governor’s complaint
QUESTION 5
Employee participation in an OSHA inspection is encouraged. All of the following functions are encouraged and solicited from employees by the CSHO during the inspection, EXCEPT which one?
- Employees are asked to estimate the period of time necessary to achieve abatement of specific workplace hazards.
- Employees are encouraged to inform the inspector of working conditions that are not normal during the inspection.
- Employees are interviewed about health and safety conditions in their workplace.
- The employee representative is requested to participate in the closing conference with management and the CSHO.
QUESTION 6
What is the difference between a first aid injury and a medical treatment injury? Provide an example of each, and cite the specific OSHA standard(s) where you found the answer.
Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
QUESTION 7
What criteria are used to determine if an injury or illness is classified as a “restricted work” case. Provide an example, and cite the specific OSHA standard(s) where you found the answer.
Your response should be at least 75 words in length
QUESTION 8
Provide two examples of situations where an injury or illness occurs in the work environment and would not be considered work-related under 29 CFR 1904. Cite the specific OSHA standard(s) where you found the answer.
Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
QUESTION 9
Describe the relationship between OSHA, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and the Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission as specified in the Act.
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Course: BOS 4025 OSHA Standards
School: Columbia Southern University