Prepare for the OSHA 30 Hour final exam with these practice questions and answers. This guide covers construction safety, fall protection, scaffolding, excavation, and OSHA regulations.
Q: Hazardous Materials
Answer: Any substances that are toxic, poisonous, radioactive, flammable, or explosive and cause harm to you or environment
Q: Who needs to be trained on hazmat?
Answer: Anyone who haz any part of hazardous materials
Q: In how many days for DOT must hazmat training happen in?
Answer: 90 days and once every 3 years
Q: DOT Hazmat Training
Answer: -Need general awareness training-Functional specific training-Security awareness training-In depth security training-Haz mat safety training (OSHAs covers this)-Covers:-Labeling, placarding, packaging, shipping papers
Q: General awareness Training
Answer: -Training that provides familiarity with the general requirements of the HMR and enables the hazmat employee to recognize and identify hazardous materials. -All hazmat employees must receive general awareness training
Q: Functional Specific Training
Answer: -Training that provides a detailed understanding of HMR requirements applicable to the function(s) performed by the hazmat employee.-Each hazmat employee must be trained on the specific functions they are required to perform
Q: Security Awareness Training
Answer: -Training that provides a general understanding of the security risks associated with hazardous materials transportation and the methods designed to enhance transportation security.- This training should include methods on how to recognize and respond to possible security threats.-All hazmat employees must receive this training.
Q: In Depth Security Training
Answer: -Training that provides a detailed understanding of a company’s security plan including company security objectives, specific security procedures, employee responsibilities, actions to take in the event of a security breach and the organizational security structure.-This training must be provided to hazmat employees who handle or perform regulated functions related to the transportation of the materials covered by the security plan or who are responsible for implementing the security plan.
Q: Safety Training
Answer: -Training that covers the hazards presented by hazardous materials, safe handling, emergency response information, and methods and procedures for accident avoidance.-All hazmat employees must receive this training.
Q: OSHA Hazmat Training
Answer: -Haz com standard-Classroom training-Hands on training
Q: What organization enforces DOT HazMat?
Answer: Pipeline Hazardous Materials Administration
Q: What is the OSHA haz mat standard called?
Answer: Hazard Communication
Q: What is the DOT hazmat standard called?
Answer: Transportation safety – shipping and receiving requirements
Q: HMR
Answer: Hazardous Materials Regulations
Q: Motor Carrier Responsibilities for HazMat
Answer: -Shipping Papers-Placarding-Loading and unloading-Compatibility-Blocking and bracing-Incident reporting-Security Plan-Employee Training
Q: For any placardable amount of haz materials, the shipper or transporter…
Answer: Must register with the US DOT/RSPA
Q: What is required to transport hazardous waste in Michigan?
Answer: Permit from the DEQ
Q: What is required to transport explosives and fireworks in Michigan?
Answer: Permit from the Mi State Police/Fire Marshal Division
Q: What is required to store regulated medical waste in Michigan?
Answer: Permit from DEQ
Q: RSPA
Answer: Research and Special Programs Administration-Don’t enforce, they do research, and collect data
Q: Material Classification: Hazardous Materials Table
Answer: -10 Columns, very useful-You have to use it to get proper shipping name and how you label the package and describe hazmat on shipping paper-The owner who offers hazmat, anyone performing packaging, labeling, or marking needs to use the table
Q: What do each of the columns mean on Hazardous Materials Table?
Answer: 1. Symbols: materials with certain n.o.s.2. Hazmat Description and shipping name3. Hazardous class or division4. Identification number5. Packing group: 3 of them – 1: greatest danger, 3: least danger6. Label requirements: hazard warning info7. Special provisions8. Packaging authorizations9. Quantity limitations (5L) 5 liters10. Vessel Storage Requirements
Q: Shipping Paper
Answer: -DOT does not require particular form to be used, it is up to employer-Essential info must be included
Q: Essential information for shipping paper
Answer: -Emergency Response phone number-ID number including UN or NA-Proper shipping name-Hazard class-The subsidiary hazard class or division number-Packing group number-total quantity must be described-Hazmat must stand out on shipping paper compared to other chemicals, put an X or highlight
Q: Hazard Classes
Answer: -Class 1: Explosives-Class 2: Gases-Class 3: Flammable Liquids-Class 4: Flammable Solids-Class 5: Oxidizers-Class 6: Poisonous-Class 7: Radioactive-Class 8: Corrosive-Class 9 Miscellaneous Hazmat
Q: Class 1: Explosive Hazards
Answer: -Very fast chemical reactions which release large quantities of gas-Explosives include: sporting ammunition, blasting charges and detonators, fireworks
Q: Class 2: Compressed Gases
Answer: -Has a physical hazard due to the increased pressure under which the chemical is maintained-Include: oxygen, nitrogen, compressed air, acetylene
Q: Class 3: Flammable Liquids
Answer: -Liquids which burn-Include: gas, alcohols, and solvents such as benzene
Q: Class 4: Flammable Hazards
Answer: -Flammable solids-Self reactive substances-Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Q: Class 5: Oxidizers/Organic Peroxides
Answer: -They accelerate combustion-Adds additional O2 and can explode-Ex: sodium chlorate, hydrogen peroxide, methyl ethyl ketone
Q: Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Agents
Answer: -Health hazards include those products and materials which have an adverse effect on humans and animals-Ex: pesticides, tissue/blood samples
Q: Class 7: Radioactive
Answer: Radioactive
Q: Class 8: Corrosives
Answer: -Materials will react chemically with steel, aluminum or skin-Ex: acids, sodium hydroxide, gases such as chlorine and ammonia
Q: Class 9: Miscellaneous
Answer: -Don’t readily fall into other categories-Ex: substances with noxious odor, dry ice, asbestos, EHS
Q: Packaging Requirements
Answer: -Must be sufficient to ensure containment of material throughout transportation-must be in”performance packaging” consisting of inner receptacles, cushioning and absorbent material-Must be certified for containment of specific hazardous material classes and packing groups
Q: All Packaging:
Answer: -Must meet DOT requirements-Marked with proper shipping name and ID number-Tested and approved prior to use-Include manufacturer’s marking
Q: All Labels:
Answer: -Durable-Weather resistant-Contrasting backdrop or border-Unobscured-On 2 sides excluding bottom-Placarding is just larger sized label on outside of truck
Q: Difference between labels and marketing
Answer: -Label: tells you hazardous material descriptions, they tell you hazardous property information of hazmat (placard)-Marking: tells ID number, shipping name, name and address, orientation markings for liquids
Q: Labeling
Answer: -Hazard warning include the class and division of hazard-Identify the primary and subsidiary hazards of materials and are applied to the outside of packages of hazmat
Q: Markings
Answer: Must include following:-Proper shipping name and ID number-Technical name-Name and address-Orientation marking for liquids
Q: All Markings
Answer: -Durable-In English-Unobscured-Sharp Contrasting Background
Q: Do not accept if not properly market and labeled
Answer: Otherwise you have legal responsibility
Q: What are the 3 required elements of security plan?
Answer: 1. Personnel Security2. Unauthorized Access3. En Route Security
Q: Personnel Security
Answer: -Verify info provided on employment applications-Ensure employees are familiar with security plans-Encourage reporting of suspicious incidents or events-Routine security inspections-Meet regularly to discuss security measures and improve awareness-Provide info on security info-Provide awareness and in depth security training-If you have committed a crime in the past, you are unable to transport hazmat
Q: Unauthorized Access
Answer: -Security review of facility-Restrict access to facility-Improve security procedures for pick up and deliveries-Lock vehicles and secure containers-Inventory on site hazmat periodically-Partner with local law enforcement and emergency responders-Request review of facilities-Add security guards-Improve fencing and lighting-Limit visitor access-Require ID badges-Ex: 50lbs of explosive material taken
Q: En Route Security
Answer: -Identify preferred routes and alternatives-Minimize stops-Ensure hazmat is secure-Keep doors locked-Do not leave vehicle unsecured-Be aware of surroundings-Report suspicious activities to local law enforcement
Q: Prevention of Spills and Leaks
Answer: -Read labels and SDS so know what dealing with and how to protect yourself before there is an emergency-Use proper containers-Inspect containers regularly to make sure in good condition-Secondary containment and spill kits for damaged packages-Inspect every time vehicle stops and pre/post trip
Q: What are the top 6 violations during inspections?
Answer: -Failure to maintain training records-Failure to train hazmat employees-Packages not properly marked and labeled-Incorrect shipping papers-Failure to register with PHMSA-Lack of security plan
Q: PHMSA
Answer: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Q: Human error may result from a variety of factors including:
Answer: -Lack of knowledge loading to mishandling of hazmat-Lack of knowledge leading to undeclared shipments (not labeled or marked)-Lack of awareness that hazmat is present-Failure to follow established safety procedures-Lack of knowledge of how to respond to incidents
Q: What is the biggest factor in incidents?
Answer: Human Error
Q: Training is a systematic program that ensures hazmat employees are:
Answer: -Familiar with general provisions of Subchapter C-Able to recognize and identify hazardous materials-Knowledgeable of specific requirements of Subchapter C-Knowledgeable of emergency response info, self protection measures, and accident prevention methods and procedures
Q: What are the hazmat trainings that are required for all employees?
Answer: -General Awareness-Security Awareness-Safety Trainings
Q: Effective Training Program
Answer: -Develops strong safety culture-Heightens employee safety-Improves a company’s effectiveness, efficiency and productivity-Increases employee skills-Aids in ensuring safe and secure shipments-Reduces likelihood of catastrophic event-Provides employees an understanding of compliance
Q: Placard Common Violations – it is just large size label
Answer: -Need 4 placards on tanks-Placards within 3in of another marking-Paper work needs to be within driver reach-Improperly filled out paperwork-VIK in date-Emergency break off valve sticker missing
Q: Hazardous Material Training Requirements
Answer: -For persons who prepare hazmat for shipment, who transport hazmat in commerce-Intent of regs is to ensure each hazmat employee is familiar with HMR is able to recognize and identify hazmat-Understand functions of their job-Knowledgeable about emergency response, self protection, and accident prevention
Q: All drivers who transport hazmat need drug and alcohol tests
Answer: Random testing rate is 50%
Q: How many types of haz mat training is required?
Answer: 5 types
Q: Who needs hazmat training?
Answer: -HMR requires all hazmat employees to be trained including hazmat employers with direct supervision of hazmat transportation functions
Q: Training Frequency
Answer: -Initial training must be done in 90 days of hazmat employment-Hazmat employees must be directly supervised by trained and knowledgeable employee until trained themselves-Refresher training required at least every 3 years-Security plan training required at least every 3 years or when revised
Q: Loading/unloading of cargo tank must be attended
Answer: -Cargo tank must be attended by qualified person at all times when being loaded-Person who responsible for loading cargo tank is responsible for ensuring that it is attended-Motor carrier who transports hazmat by cargo tank must ensure tank is attended by qualified person at all times during unloading-To attend unloading: person must be alert, within 25ft of cargo tank, have unobstructed view of cargo and delivery hose-Cant be distracted or on phone!!!
Q: Empty packages
Answer: -Is unused-Is cleaned of residue and purged of vapors to remove potential hazard-Is refilled with materials not hazardous to extent that any residue remaining in packaging no longer has hazard-Contains only residue of ORM-D material, non-flammable gas with no subsidiary hazard at absolute pressure less than 280 kPa at 20 deg C
Q: ORM-D
Answer: Other Regulated Materials – Domestic Material
Q: Part 397 Parking and Driving
Answer: -Applies to each hazmat carrier with vehicle marked or placarded, engaged in transportation of Hazmat
Q: Part 397 Vehicle Containing Hazmat
Answer: -Must be driven and parked in compliance with laws and ordinances of jurisdiction it is operated in, unless DOT has stronger requirements-Must not be operated near open fire unless its driver has first taken precautions to determine theater the vehicle can safely pass fire without stopping-Must not be parked within 300 ft of open fire
Q: Smoke or lit cigs, cigars, or pipes are not permitted within 25ft of:
Answer: -Motor vehicle containing explosive, oxidizer, flammable gas/liquid/solid, spontaneously combustible material-An empty tank motor vehicle which has been used to transport flammable liquid/gas, which was required to be marked or placarded last transportation
Q: A motor vehicle which contains explosive material
Answer: -Must be attended at all times-Must not be parked: on or within 5 ft of traveled portion of public street or highway-On private property without consent-Within 300 ft of bridge, tunnel, building, or place where people work, congregate, or assemble
Q: Vehicle Length Restrictions: Single Vehicle
Answer: With or without load, limited to 40 feet – all routes
Q: Vehicle Length Restrictions: Tractor, semitrailer combinations
Answer: -Have no overall length restrictions, provided trailer length does not exceed 50 feet-Trailers may be max 53ft and must operate only on designated highways
Q: Truck and Trailer Length Restrictions
Answer: -59 feet overall length on non designated routes-65 feet overall length on designated routes-70 feet (including load) on designated routes if vehicles are designated and used to transport saw logs, pulpwood or tree length wooden poles-75 feet (including load) Crip vehicle and trailer
Q: Speciality Equipment Length Restrictions
Answer: -Stringer steer combination designed and used to transport assembled motor vehicles or bodies or a truck/trailer and boats: 75 feet (4ft front and 6ft rear overhang)
Q: Vehicle Height
Answer: -Vehicle unloaded or with a load (except mobile homes) shall not exceed a height of 13 feet, 6 inches without special permit-Mobile homes may not exceed height of 12 feet, 6 inches w/out special permit
Q: Vehicle Width
Answer: -Total width of trailer, semi, bus or motor home shall not exceed 102 inches-The total outside with of all other vehicles shall not exceed 96 inches except on designated highways where 102 inches is allowed-Total outside with of load of vehicle hauling concrete pipe, agricultural products or unprocessed logs, shall not exceed 108 inches
Q: Highway Types
Answer: -Green Routes-Gold Routes-Black Routes
Q: Green Routes
Answer: -Special Designated highway-Increases size and weight provisions-all weather/all seasonal)-Year around service
Q: Gold Routes
Answer: -Same as green-Also designated as National Truck Network Routes-8 ft 6 inches max width
Q: Black Routes
Answer: -Open to legal axle loads and normal length/width limitations year around-Same as green
Q: Purple Routes
Answer: Unsigned State Highway
Q: Seasonal Routes (Spring load limitations)
Answer: -Rigid Pavement-Flexible Pavement
Q: Red Routes
Answer: -Seasonal routes same as black for length/width-Subject to weight limitations during spring-Solid red line (Rigid pavement): Subject to 25% weight reduction on each axle-Broken red line (Flexible pavement): subject to 35% weight reduction on each axle
Q: Where does driver get this route information?
Answer: From a map from the Michigan DOT
Q: Axle Load Limits – Max load limits may depend on…
Answer: -What type of highway operating on-Number of axles and the distance between axles or axle assemblies on which vehicle or combination of vehicles is operated-Could have 2 or 4 wheels-Gross vehicle weight of vehicle-Tire width-Bridge formula for going over a bridge
Q: What is spacing?
Answer: -The distance between axles, measured from center of one axle to center of another axle
Q: Bridge Gross Weight Formula
Answer: Applies to vehicles operating on interstate highways and specially designed highways which:-Do not exceed 80,000 lbs gross weight-Do not exceed max allowed under formula
Q: Designated highway =
Answer: Green route