OSHA Interview Questions and Answers

Question: What is the hierarchy of controls, and how does it relate to OSHA?

Answer: The hierarchy of controls is a system used to minimize or eliminate exposure to hazards. It includes elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment.

Example:

An example is prioritizing engineering controls (e.g., installing machine guards) over reliance on PPE to mitigate hazards.