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BCSP CSP Exam Questions

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41.

Byssinosis is associated with which occupational exposure?

  • Cotton or flax dust

  • Chimney dust

  • Unpasteurized milk from cows with Bang's disease

  • Vibrations

Correct answer: Cotton or flax dust

Byssinosis is associated with exposure to cotton dust or dust from other plant fibers, such as flax, hemp, and sisal. In the US, prevention measures keep cases of this disease low.

Exposure to chimney dust may lead to scrotal cancer. Brucellosis is associated with unpasteurized milk from cows with Bang's disease. Excessive vibration may lead to Raynaud's syndrome.

42.

What is the preferred method of air sampling when evaluating worker exposure?

  • Personal sampling

  • Direct reading

  • Area sampling

  • Integrated sampling

Correct answer: Personal sampling

Personal sampling is used to evaluate a worker's exposure to workplace hazards, such as particulates, gases, or vapors. 

The employee typically wears a sampling device, such as a pump, with the intake near the mouth and nose. The pump draws air across a filter medium (for dust and particulates) or through a sorbent tube or impinger/bubbler (for gases and vapors) to collect the sample. The samples are either read directly onsite or sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Direct reading instruments provide immediate results but are typically used for area monitoring rather than evaluating individual worker exposure.

Area sampling measures the concentration of contaminants in a specific location, which may not accurately reflect individual worker exposure.

Integrated sampling collects air samples over a period, but this method often represents area sampling rather than personal exposure. 

43.

What is the PRIMARY role of safety managers in relation to workers' compensation? 

  • Ensure a viable safety program exists that protects the safety and health of employees

  • Notify management when workers don't follow safety rules

  • Ensure workers properly wear their PPE

  • Investigate safety mishaps and near misses

Correct answer: Ensure a viable safety program exists that protects the safety and health of employees

The primary role or responsibility that a safety professional has in relation to workers’ compensation is to ensure that a viable safety program exists that ensures the safety and health of the employee. Depending on the size of the company, the safety professional may also be called upon to report injuries and file insurance claims, manage injury cases, and coordinate a return-to-work program.

The remaining answers are the responsibility of the safety manager. But they are specific tasks that fall under the umbrella of a viable safety program. They are not the primary role of a safety manager in relation to workers' compensation. 

44.

What document ensures a level of confidence that the analytical results are accurate, that the results are from the samples that were received at the laboratory, and that no tampering of the sample occurred after collection?

  • Chain of custody

  • Transfer log

  • Air sample survey form

  • Manifest 

Correct answer: Chain of custody

A sample chain of custody tracks the sample from the point of collection to the laboratory. This chain of custody ensures a level of confidence that the analytical results reported are true and accurate, that they are the results from the actual samples received, and that no tampering after collection has been done to the sample. The person collecting the sample will initiate the chain of custody, and each person that the sample is passed to will sign that they received the sample and passed it along to the next person in the chain until the sample has reached the laboratory. Once the analysis is complete, the original, completed copy of the chain of custody will be returned to the client for their records.

While a transfer log might record the movement of items, it does not provide the detailed tracking and verification needed to ensure sample integrity and prevent tampering.

An air sample survey form documents the conditions and results of air sampling but does not track the chain of custody for sample handling.

A manifest generally lists the contents being transported and their destinations but does not include the specific chain of custody protocols needed to ensure sample integrity.

45.

What is the required rating for scaffolding planks and suspension ropes if a system is going to hold two 200-pound workers and 100 pounds of equipment?

  • The planks must hold 2,000 pounds, and the ropes must hold 3,000 pounds

  • Planks and ropes must each hold 3,000 pounds

  • Planks and ropes must each hold 2,000 pounds

  • The planks must hold 3,000 pounds, and the ropes must hold 2,000 pounds

Correct answer: The planks must hold 2,000 pounds, and the ropes must hold 3,000 pounds

Each scaffold component (including planks) is required to hold 4 times the expected load, and suspension ropes must be capable of holding 6 times the expected load.  

Expected load: 2x(200 lbs) + 100 lbs = 500 lbs

500 lbs x 4 = 2,000 lbs

500 lbs x 6 = 3,000 lbs

These are general requirements in Subpart L of the OSHA Construction standard (1926.451).

46.

A solution contains 10-4 ions per liter. What is the pH of this solution?

Use the formula: pH = −log|10-4|

  • 4

  • 2

  • 8

  • -4

Correct answer: 4

The pH of a solution is calculated as follows:

pH = −log|10-4|

pH = −log|10-4| 

pH = −log|0.0001|

pH = -(-4) = 4

47.

What is LD50?

  • The lethal dose of a substance for 50 percent of a test population

  • The concentration of a substance to which nearly all workers may be exposed day after day without adverse effects

  • The maximum concentration of a substance set by OSHA as an enforceable standard for an eight-hour workday exposure

  • The lowest dose of a substance that will have a toxic effect

Correct answer: The lethal dose of a substance for 50 percent of a test population

LD50 is the lethal dose of a substance for 50 percent of a test population.  

A threshold limit is the concentration of a substance to which nearly all workers may be exposed day after day without adverse effects. 

A PEL (permissible exposure limit) is the maximum concentration of a substance set by OSHA as an enforceable standard for an eight-hour workday exposure. 

TDLO is the lowest dose of a substance that will have a toxic effect. 

48.

There are two trains running on the same track, traveling at 30 and 40 miles per hour, respectively. If the slower train starts an hour early while the faster train sits on the track, how long will the faster train take to catch up with the slower train?

  • 3 hours

  • 1 hour

  • 4 hours

  • 2 hours

Correct answer: 3 hours

The time (hours) it takes for the faster train to catch the slower train is x. The slower train left 1 hour earlier than the faster train (x+1).

To determine when they meet, determine when 40(x) = 30(x+1)

Solve for x

40x = 30x + 30

Subtract 30x from both sides.

10x = 30

Divide both sides by 10.

x = 3   

Substitute to check: 40(3) = 30(3 + 1)   120 = 120.

49.

In the incident command system (ICS), who is NOT a member of the command staff?

  • Planning Section Chief

  • Liaison Officer

  • Medical Officer

  • Public Information/Media Officer

Correct answer: Planning Section Chief

The incident command system has five major functions during an incident response:

  • Incident Command (IC, with the remaining four roles as part of the IC's general staff)
  • Operations
  • Planning
  • Logistics
  • Finance/Administration

The following roles can be part of the IC's command staff, although typically only the first 3 are shown:

  • Public Information/Media
  • Liaison
  • Safety
  • Security
  • Legal
  • Medical
  • Deputy incident commander

See FEMA-Emergency Management Institute-IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100.

50.

Which property is MOST important when investigating a chemical spill near a waterway?

  • Specific gravity

  • Flash point

  • Autoignition temperature

  • Vapor pressure

Correct answer: Specific gravity

Specific gravity describes the density of a liquid compared to the density of water. If a liquid has a specific gravity below one, then it will float on water. If it has a specific gravity above one, it will sink in water. Specific gravity can be particularly important when addressing chemical spills near a waterway, as the response options will differ depending on the chemical's specific gravity. For example, chemicals (e.g., many fuels) that have a low specific gravity will float on the surface of the water rather than sink.

The remaining options are not as important when investigating a chemical spill near a waterway. 

The flash point is the temperature at which vapor will form above a liquid in sufficient concentration to form an ignitable mixture in air. The autoignition temperature is the lowest temperature at which a chemical will ignite without an external source of ignition. The vapor pressure is the equilibrium pressure of a vapor formed off a liquid or the pressure of vapor caused by its evaporation from a liquid or solid. 

51.

Which type of hearing loss is associated with the loss of "loudness"?

  • Conductive

  • Sensorineural

  • Central nervous system

  • Psychogenic

Correct answer: Conductive

There are five types of hearing loss resulting from noise-induced exposure:

  • Conductive loss occurs in the outer and middle ear; the loss of "loudness" or volume is how it's experienced.
  • Sensorineural loss occurs in the inner ear, causes damage to the organ of Corti, and is irreversible.
  • Mixed loss is a combination of conductive and sensorineural.
  • Central nervous system (CNS) loss occurs between the inner ear and brain and may have causes not related to noise exposure.
  • Psychogenic loss can be the result of some type of emotional trauma.

52.

If Q′ = 4200 cfm and G = 1.5 cfm, what is the steady-state concentration of this gas or vapor?

Use the formula Q' = G/C, where Q' = the effective rate of ventilation adjusted for incomplete mixing, G = rate of generation, and C = concentration of gas or vapor in ppm

  • 357 ppm

  • 3400 ppm

  • 2800 ppm

  • 48 ppm

Correct answer: 357 ppm

Steady-state concentration can be calculated using the following formula Q' = G/C.

Rearrange the equation to solve for C.

Q' = G/C

C = G/Q'

C = 1.5 cfm/4200 cfm = 0.000357

To convert this to ppm, multiply by 106

C = 357 ppm

The other options are incorrect calculations likely from an error or missed step in your use of the formula. 

53.

The management principle that assigns responsibility to a subordinate, empowers them with decision-making authority, and holds them accountable for completing the task is referred to as what? 

  • Delegation

  • Coordination

  • Mentoring

  • Collaboration

Correct answer: Delegation

Delegation is the establishment of authority between a superior and one or more subordinates. It is the process by which a manager assigns a portion of their workload to others. There are three steps to delegation. The manager assigns responsibility or gives the subordinate a job to do. The individual is also given the authority to do the job and the power to request needed information or assistance from others. Finally, the manager expects accountability from the employee for carrying out the assigned task.  

Coordination involves aligning and integrating activities and tasks across different departments or teams to achieve objectives efficiently. 

Mentoring is a professional relationship in which an experienced person assists another in developing specific skills and knowledge that will enhance the mentee's professional and personal growth. 

Collaboration is the action of working with someone to produce or create something. 

54.

When presenting training to adults, what should the trainer do to encourage participation? 

  • Encourage the students to share their relative experience with the class

  • Prevent side conversations in order to finish on time

  • Stick to the outline as designed

  • Limit questions to only the topic being discussed

Correct answer: Encourage the students to share their relative experience with the class

Adult learners have a foundation of life experiences and knowledge implications, so the trainers must recognize the expertise of the students. Trainers must encourage participants to share their experiences and knowledge with other students in the training.

Preventing side conversations does not encourage participation.

Sticking to the outline as designed can be effective, but that doesn't necessarily encourage participation. 

Limiting questions to only the topic being discussed can discourage participation.  

55.

Management principles that should be documented and available to provide during an audit of environmental safety and health systems include: the safety and health policy, the goals and objectives for worker safety and health, senior management's involvement in health and safety programs, employee reporting of unsafe activities, and what? 

  • Comprehensive analysis of potential safety and health hazards

  • Names of employees that have been injured

  • A breakdown of shops with the highest deficiency rate

  • List of technical procedures used by safety engineers

Correct answer: Comprehensive analysis of potential safety and health hazards

Documentation that should be able to be produced during an audit to clearly illustrate management's principles and dedication to their environmental safety and health programs include: the safety and health policy, the goals and objectives for worker safety and health, senior management's involvement in health and safety programs, employee reporting of unsafe activities, and the process used to analyze potential safety and health hazards.

The remaining answers do not illustrate management principles for managing the safety and health program.  

56.

An object of mass 92 kg rolls down a hill at 9.1 m/s. Calculate the momentum of the object.

Use the formula ρ = mv, where ρ = momentum, m = mass (kg), and v = velocity (m/s)

  • 837.2 kg x m/s

  • 611.4 kg x m/s

  • 10.1 kg x m/s

  • 922.1 kg x m/s

Correct answer: 837.2 kg x m/s

Calculate momentum by using the following formula:

ρ = mv = (92 kg)(9.1 m/s)

ρ = 837.2 kg x m/s

57.

Above what height must a registered professional engineer design scaffolding?

  • Anything over 125 feet high

  • Anything over 10 feet high

  • Anything over 30 feet high

  • Anything over 6 feet high

Correct answer: Anything over 125 feet high

Any competent person may construct scaffolds up to 125 feet (38 meters) high. Anything higher than that must be designed by a registered professional engineer; see 1926.452(b)(10)

58.

For scaffolding, at what height do the regulations mandate a guardrail (or another approved protection)?

  • 10 feet

  • 6 feet

  • 15 feet

  • 30 feet

Correct answer: 10 feet

Workers on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level must be protected by guardrails or personal fall arrest systems (PFASs) per 1926.451(g)(1)(v). The scaffold must be designed and supervised by a competent person according to specific requirements.

59.

All the following are programs established by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act EXCEPT:

  • Construction waste program

  • Solid waste program

  • Hazardous waste program

  • Underground storage tank program

Correct answer: Construction waste program

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) is the law creating the framework for solid and hazardous waste management. The RCRA established three distinct areas of focus: solid waste control (Subtitle D), hazardous waste management (Subtitle C), and underground storage tank regulation. 

Even though many RCRA regulations apply to construction sites and businesses, the other terms are not applicable.

60.

A company has four recordable injury cases and two days away or restricted cases for a total of six cases. The company has a total of 612,884 hours worked for the year. Calculate the total case injury rate (TCIR, also known as total recordable injury rate [TRIR]) for this company.

Use the formula TCIR/TRIR = (Number of injury or illness cases x 200,000)/(Total number of hours worked)

  • 1.96

  • 2.25

  • 1.57

  • 1.31

Correct answer: 1.96

To determine the company’s total case incident rate/total recordable injury rate (TCIR/TRIR), use the following equation:

TCIR/TRIR = (Number of injury or illness cases x 200,000)/(Total number of hours worked)

TCIR/TRIR = (6 x 200,000)/612,884

TCIR/TRIR = 1,200,000/612,884 = 1.96

The company’s TCIR/TRIR for the year is 1.96. This rate can be compared to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics' average rating for the company's standard industry code (SIC) category. The constant of 200,000 is based on 100 employees working 2,000 hours/year. This rate states that for every 100 employees, 1.96 of them sustained an injury or illness from a work-related accident.

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