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HAZWOPER: Medical Surveillance Program – SS1037F (14 min.)
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1
Workers enrolled in medical surveillance programs must have medical examinations at the following times:
Before and after assignment
After any possible over-exposure to a hazardous substance in an emergency situation
Annually or at more frequent times if necessary according to the physician
All of the above
2
A hazardous waste site medical program is essential for:
Assessing worker health prior to assignment
Monitoring worker health and fitness during the course of work
Keeping accurate medical records for future reference
All of the above
3
A practical first aid treatment for heat exhaustion is:
Take the victim to a cool place and give him/her cool water
Don’t let the victim move and call an ambulance
Take the victim to a cooler area and lay him/her down to allow blood to return to the head quickly
None of the above
4
Medical program management should encourage employees to:
Exercise and diet properly
Avoid tobacco, alcohol and drug abuse
Provide a complete and detailed medical history
All of the above
5
There should be a specific medical program for each hazardous waste site.
True
False
6
A site medical program can be under the direction and responsibility of a registered nurse.
True
False
7
Which of the following statements about handling hazardous waste is inaccurate?
Workers may be exposed to chemicals and biological hazards
Workers may face hazards such as explosions and radiation
Protective equipment protects workers from every possible hazard
Heat stress is likely to occur due to protective equipment
8
According to OSHA, employees required to wear respirators should be submitted to a medical evaluation.
True
False
9
Select the best answer relating to heat strokes.
The victim’s body temperature is 105 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
The victim usually turns red or spotted
Professional medical treatment must be administered as soon as possible
All of the above
10
Workers exposed to a hazardous substance above the PEL must have a medical evaluation.
True
False
11
As part of a medical program, management should require workers to report any unusual physical or psychological condition, with the exception of minor complaints such as skin irritations or headaches.
True
False
12
In hot environments, thirst will tell you when it’s time to drink water.
True
False
13
Which of the following individuals are not mentioned as having to be enrolled in a medical surveillance program according to OSHA?
Workers exposed at or above the permissible exposure level for 30 or more days per year
Members of the hazardous materials handling team
Members of the transportation team
Workers injured from over-exposure to a hazardous substance
14
Medical programs are designed to be effective even without active workers involvement.
True
False
15
Which of the following statements relating to medical examinations is correct?
The company pays for medical examinations
Workers have no immediate access to the results of the examination
The physician determines the content of the medical examination
None of the above
16
Which of the following is the most serious of the health problems caused by heat?
Fainting
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke
None of the above
17
Which of the following is not a component of a site medical program?
Surveillance
Treatment
Termination examination
Recreation
18
The employer can require that workers take a pre-placement medical examination as a condition of employment.
True
False
19
Alcohol helps to retain body water for longer periods of time.
True
False
20
A physician who performs medical examinations must be experience or board certified in occupational health.
True
False