Assignment and Quiz questions
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| what federal publication is the primary source for locating OSHA standards? | |
| Which of the following are generally not eligible for unemployment benefits? | independent contractors and the self employed |
Which of the following is the main federal law protecting employees?
The law that protects workers is known as the Fair Labor Standards Act, and it guarantees that all American workers are paid a minimum wage for the work they do. As of 2009, most public and private employers must pay their employees a minimum of $7.25 per hour, although many states guarantee a higher wage.
What organization is charged with writing and enforcing compulsory standards for health and safety in the workplace?
An OSHA regulation designed to protect health care workers from the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, the organization that is charged with writing and enforcing compulsory standards for health and safety in the workplace.
What is the name of the law that protects laboratory employees?
The OSHA Laboratory Standard (Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories, 29 CFR § 1910.1450) is the primary regulation, but laboratory personnel and EHS staff should understand its relationship to the hazard communication standard.
When might an employee who is fired sue?
When might an employee who is fired sue his or her former employer for qrongful discharge? At any time if the employee was discharged for an illegal reason. What is one example reason for discharge is not illegal under antidiscrimination laws? The employee has been unable to master the requirements of the job.
What law established minimum quality standards for all laboratory testing?
The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) regulations include federal standards applicable to all U.S. facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease.
How does OSHA enforce its standards?
OSHA enforces its regulations and standards by conducting inspections based on priority such as an imminent danger situation, fatality, or a worker complaint.
Where are OSHA standards published in the Federal Register?
OSHA standards are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and are divided into separate standards for General Industry, Construction, and Maritime. The Federal Register is a legal journal published every business day by the National Archives and Records Administration on federal government news.
What do you need to know about OSHA standards?
Employers must comply with all applicable OSHA standards. They must also comply with the General Duty Clause of the OSH Act, which requires employers to keep their workplace free of serious recognized hazards. Have more questions about standards? What is a standard/regulation? What is the federal register? How are regulations created?
What should be included in an Osh directive?
No statement in these Instructions should be construed to require the regulated community to adopt any practices, means, methods, operations, or processes beyond those which are already required by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act) (29 USC § 668) or standards and regulations promulgated under the OSH Act.
How to contact the National Office of OSHA?
Have more questions about standards? U.S. Department of Labor – OSHA National Office 1-800-321-OSHA (6742) Directorate of Standards & Guidance 202-693-1950. Directorate of Construction 202-693-2020. Ask a question by email
