Construction PPE questions for the CHST

Question 1

A welder is using 1/8-inch electrodes for shielded metal-arc welding. The only filter plate on hand is a shade denser than the Table E-1 shade for this work, and the welder says it suits his eyes better. What is the compliant response?

1. AProhibit it, because denser shades are allowed only for gas welding
2. BAllow it only if a competent person first measures the arc intensity
3. CProhibit it, because only the exact shade listed in Table E-1 may be used
4. DAllow it, because shades more dense than those listed may be used to suit the individual's needs

Question 2

A carpenter on a framing crew brings his own safety glasses from home, and the foreman lets him wear them. During a weekly walk-through, the safety technician finds the lenses deeply scratched, the temple arm held on with tape, and sweat and residue caked on the nose pad. The carpenter says, "They're mine, so keeping them in shape is on me." What is the correct response under the standard?

1. AThe carpenter is responsible because he owns the glasses, so the employer has no obligation unless he asks for replacements.
2. BThe glasses' manufacturer is responsible for their adequacy, so the employer should send a complaint to the manufacturer.
3. CThe employer remains responsible for ensuring the glasses are adequate, properly maintained, and sanitary, so the glasses must be corrected or replaced before work continues.
4. DResponsibility passes to the employer only if the employer purchased the glasses, so the foreman's approval has no bearing on it.