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B is the correct answer. They may completely eliminate the hazard. The underlying intent of OSHA law requires employers to first attempt to remove hazards through the use of engineering controls because they have the potential to totally eliminate hazards in the workplace. If an engineering control eliminates the hazard, it may also remove the need to control employee behaviors through the use of management controls.
MODULE
ONE: BASIC CONCEPTS
Practice Question 37
Select the Best Answer
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Why do OSHA standards require the employer to first consider engineering controls to correct workplace hazards? |
A. Because safety is all about
conditions, not behaviorB. They may completely eliminate
the hazardC. They may completely eliminate
exposureD. They cost more in the long run
than enforcing safe work practices
