Construction Safety Standards - Introduction To OSHA Quiz

NIOSH stands for National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health. This organization is responsible for conducting research, providing education and training, and developing recommendations to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths. NIOSH works closely with employers, workers, and other stakeholders to promote safe and healthy workplaces across various industries.

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Fall Protection is the most cited violation within construction during the year of 2003. This means that the majority of construction sites were found to have inadequate safety measures in place to prevent falls. This could include issues such as lack of guardrails, improper use of ladders, or failure to provide proper safety harnesses and equipment. Falls are a significant risk in the construction industry, and it is crucial for employers to prioritize fall protection to ensure the safety of workers.

The District Safety Manager can provide some tips on making sure we are complying properly with the visit.

OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, was established in 1970. This agency was created by the US government to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees. OSHA sets and enforces standards, provides training and education, and conducts inspections to promote workplace safety. The establishment of OSHA in 1970 marked a significant milestone in the history of worker protection in the United States.

OSHA holds us accountable for our policies. When we make a policy that is more stringent than OSHA we are held to that standard.

Failure to correct a prior violation may bring civil penalties of up to $7,000 for each day the violation continues. This means that if a violation is not addressed and resolved, the responsible party may be fined up to $7,000 per day until the violation is rectified. This significant penalty serves as a deterrent and emphasizes the importance of promptly addressing and fixing any violations to avoid incurring such high fines.

OSHA has a General Duty Clause that states: Each employer "shall furnish a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees"

If an OSHA officer arrives on your site, take them to the project manager or highest ranking supervisor. If you are on a walk with them carry a camera and take photos of anything they point out or photograph. It will help us identify any problems that need to be handled.

If OSHA issues a citation for a willful violation, the cost can be up to $70,000. This is because a willful violation is the most severe type of violation, indicating that the employer intentionally disregarded safety regulations. As a result, OSHA imposes higher penalties to deter such behavior and ensure workplace safety.

The correct answer is 1926. This number refers to the Construction Safety Standards, which are regulations established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the United States. These standards outline safety requirements and best practices for construction sites to ensure the well-being and protection of workers.

Within 1926 Construction Safety Standards there are references to 1910 General Industry Standards. We must be familiar with each.

We only need to notify OSHA when we have a fatality or when 3 or more of our employees are hospitalized.

To be a competent person a knowledge of the standards and the ability to identify the hazards with the authority to take action are all requirements.