OSHA 10 Construction Safety Practice Test
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What does OSHA stand for?
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Introduction to OSHA — Sample Question
Q: What does OSHA stand for?
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (correct answer)
- Office of Safety and Health Affairs
- Organizational Safety Hazard Assessment
- Operational Safety Health Act
Explanation: OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It was created by Congress in 1970 to ensure safe and healthful working conditions by setting and enforcing standards.
Walking/Working Surfaces — Sample Question
Q: What is the most common cause of slips, trips, and falls?
- Weather conditions
- Poor housekeeping (correct answer)
- Defective equipment
- Inadequate lighting
Explanation: Poor housekeeping is the most common cause of slips, trips, and falls. Keeping work areas clean, dry, and free from clutter is essential for preventing these injuries.
Exit Routes & Emergency Planning — Sample Question
Q: What is the minimum width for an exit route?
- 24 inches
- 28 inches (correct answer)
- 30 inches
- 36 inches
Explanation: Exit routes must be at least 28 inches wide at all points. This ensures adequate space for safe evacuation during emergencies.
Electrical Safety — Sample Question
Q: What voltage is considered high voltage in construction?
- 50 volts or more
- 120 volts or more
- 240 volts or more
- 600 volts or more (correct answer)
Explanation: In construction, voltages over 600 volts are classified as high voltage. These require special precautions, qualified personnel, and specific safety procedures.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) — Sample Question
Q: Who is responsible for providing PPE to workers?
- The workers must provide their own
- OSHA provides all PPE
- The employer must provide appropriate PPE at no cost (correct answer)
- PPE is optional in construction
Explanation: Employers must provide appropriate personal protective equipment at no cost to employees. The only exceptions are non-specialty items like work boots and prescription safety glasses.
Hazard Communication — Sample Question
Q: What does GHS stand for?
- General Hazard System
- Globally Harmonized System (correct answer)
- General Health Standards
- Global Hazmat Symbols
Explanation: GHS stands for Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. It's an international standard that OSHA adopted to improve chemical safety.
Materials Handling — Sample Question
Q: What is the proper lifting technique?
- Bend at the waist and lift with your back
- Bend your knees, keep your back straight, and lift with your legs (correct answer)
- Use only your arms
- Twist while lifting
Explanation: Always bend your knees, keep your back straight, and lift with your leg muscles. Keep the load close to your body and avoid twisting.
Fall Protection — Sample Question
Q: At what height does OSHA require fall protection in construction?
- 4 feet
- 6 feet (correct answer)
- 10 feet
- 15 feet
Explanation: OSHA requires fall protection at 6 feet in construction. Some specific operations (like steel erection) have different height requirements.
Scaffolding Safety — Sample Question
Q: Who must design scaffolds more than 125 feet in height?
- Any competent person
- The scaffold erector
- A registered professional engineer (correct answer)
- The safety manager
Explanation: Scaffolds more than 125 feet in height above the base must be designed by a registered professional engineer. This ensures structural integrity and safety.
Powered Industrial Vehicles — Sample Question
Q: What is required before operating a forklift?
- Nothing, anyone can operate it
- A driver's license
- Employer-provided training and evaluation (correct answer)
- Just reading the manual
Explanation: Operators must receive formal instruction (classroom or video), practical training (demonstrations and exercises), and evaluation before operating a forklift independently.