Question 1

OSHA limits its enforcement of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard to the health care professions.

Accepted Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard applies to all employers who have workers with potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM), not just limited to the health care professions.

Question 2

The hidden costs of accidents are considered the "tip of the iceberg" when compared to the rising levels of Workers' Compensation costs.

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The phrase "tip of the iceberg" actually suggests that the visible, direct costs (like Workers' Compensation) are just a small portion of the total costs, with the hidden costs of accidents (such as lost productivity, training replacement employees, etc.) being much larger and less apparent.

Question 3

What two facets of a drug or alcohol abuse program are suggested by the text?

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Question 4

Workers Compensation premiums have grown in recent years to become a more significant percentage of total payroll.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. According to data from the National Academy of Social Insurance, workers' compensation premiums increased at a faster rate than payroll between 2010 and 2018, meaning they make up a larger percentage of total payroll.

Question 5

Explain the concept of "experience modifier" as used in the context of this course.Exactly what is modified? Give an example of a "good" and a "bad" experience modifier.Finally,illustrate the application of the experience modifier in a fictitious numerical example.

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Question 6

Under what circumstances does OSHA require the employer to have a written exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens?
A)Only in hospitals and health care facilities.
B)Only in establishments that have 10 or more employees who may be exposed.
C)Only in establishments that have 1 or more employees who may be exposed.
D)None of the above;a written plan is not required.

Accepted Answer

OSHA requires employers to have a written exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens in establishments that have 1 or more employees who may be exposed. This includes not only hospitals and health care facilities, but also any workplace where there is potential for employees to come into contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. The written plan must outline the employer's procedures for controlling and minimizing the risk of exposure, including provisions for employee training, use of personal protective equipment, and measures for responding to accidental exposures.

Question 7

Dealing with "sharps" is a principal consideration in which of the OSHA standards?

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Question 8

Describe the circumstances under which an employer should be concerned with the development of a written exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens.

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Question 9

Which of the following costs are covered by Workers Compensation insurance?
A)Cost of wages paid supervisors for time required for activities necessitated by the accident.
B)Overtime wages for the time needed to make up lost production.
C)Wage cost caused by decreased output of injured worker after return to work.
D)All of the above
E)None of the above

Accepted Answer

None of the above costs are covered by Workers Compensation insurance. Workers Compensation insurance only covers medical expenses, lost wages and disability benefits for the injured employee.

Question 10

Explain the circumstances under which OSHA prohibits the handling of contact lenses,and explain why.

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Question 11

Which of the following is the principal question to be asked to determine whether a firm is covered by OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard?
A)Does the firm have 10 or more employees?
B)Is the firm a hospital,clinic,or other healthcare facility?
C)Does the facility deal with "sharps," such as needles or broken glass?
D)Will workers be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials?

Accepted Answer

The principal question to be asked to determine whether a firm is covered by OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard is whether workers will be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials. The other options listed may be factors in determining whether a firm is covered, but exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials is the primary concern.

Question 12

Name the two infectious viruses that are the target of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard.

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Question 13

What is the principal hazard from improper disposal of "sharps" in the workplace?

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Question 14

What 1990 law protects disabled persons from job discrimination?

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Question 15

The standard insurance premium for a firm in a particular industry is $760,000 per year,based upon its type of industry and number of employees.However,the firm has an "experience modifier" of 0.95.Calculate the adjusted insurance premium for this firm.

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Question 16

The Workers' Compensation premium rates,as a percent of payroll,are greater for roofing workers than for department store workers,as might be expected.The ratio of these percentages is approximately
A)two to one
B)three to one
C)ten to one
D)100 to one

Accepted Answer

Roofing work is significantly more hazardous than department store work, leading to a much higher risk of injury. Therefore, the cost of workers' compensation insurance is much higher for roofers, approximately ten times that for department store workers, reflecting the increased risk and potential for claims.

Question 17

Due to recent significant increases,Workers' Compensation costs have been found to exceed the hidden costs of accidents.

Accepted Answer

While Workers' Compensation costs are significant and can be a large expense for companies, the hidden costs of accidents often exceed these visible costs. Hidden costs can include lost productivity, training replacement employees, lower morale, and the impact on the quality of work, among others.

Question 18

Which of the following statements describes the status of the control of smoking in the workplace?
A)OSHA has issued a final standard entitled "Indoor Air Quality" that addresses smoking and other air quality hazards in the workplace.
B)Smoking in the workplace comes under the jurisdiction of the EPA,not OSHA
C)OSHA has issued guidelines and proposed air quality standards,but has not promulgated a standard addressing smoking in the workplace.
D)Congress exempted smoking in the workplace in the drafting of OSHA's authority under the OSHA law.

Accepted Answer

While OSHA has issued guidelines and proposed air quality standards, they have not promulgated a standard specifically addressing smoking in the workplace. This means that each individual workplace has to determine their own policies regarding smoking in the workplace.

Question 19

The primary at-risk occupations for bloodborne pathogens are the health care professions.

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This is true as healthcare professionals are more likely to come into contact with blood and other bodily fluids, increasing their risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as HIV, hepatitis B and C.

Question 20

Despite significantly higher premium rates for Workers' Compensation insurance in recent years,these costs are still considered as the "tip of the iceberg" when considering the total costs of accidents.

Accepted Answer

Workers' Compensation insurance premiums are only one component of the total costs associated with workplace accidents, which may also include lost productivity, the cost of replacing injured workers, and legal fees.

Quiz 2: Development of the Safety and Health Function