Question 1: What is the maximum penalty that OSHA can assess for a single workplace violation?

$7,000

$14, 000

$70,000

$700,000

Question 2: Which of the following statements is TRUE?

OSHA has separate standards covering women in the workplace.

OSHA requires all employees to speak English.

OSHA recognizes that PPE designed for men may not be adequate for women.

OSHA standards do not apply to temporary employees on construction sites.

Question 3: Which of the following is NOT an employee right under the OSH Act?

To contest an OSHA citation

To file a complaint with OSHA

To request access to hazard exposure records

To review the employer's current injury log

Question 4: Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of employers under the OSH Act?

To post OSHA citations

To compensate workers for wages lost due to injury

To allow workers to review their exposure and medical records

To inform workers how to report injuries and illnesses

Question 5: If a specific workplace hazard is not addressed in OSHA's construction standards, what standard(s) can be used to determine compliance?

NFPA 101

29 CFR 1910

29 CFR 1926

OHSAS 18001

Question 6: What might be some reasons that the construction industry has a higher fatality rate than other industries?

Question 7: Imagine you are the supervisor of a construction crew in which half of the workers speak only limited English. What steps should you take to ensure everyone fully understands the hazards of the job and how to work safely?

Question 8: Explain the rationale for workers' compensation. What are the objectives of workers' compensation? Who is covered by this program, and how does it help prevent future accidents?