Common Safety Orientation (CSO) Practice Test

What should individuals suspecting occupational reproductive stressors do?

1. Ignore the concern

2. Report to the local health department

3. Request an Industrial Hygiene survey

4. Notify coworkers only

The correct answer is: Request an Industrial Hygiene survey

Individuals suspecting occupational reproductive stressors should request an Industrial Hygiene survey because this action facilitates a systematic investigation into the workplace environment. An Industrial Hygiene survey is conducted to assess and identify potential hazards, including chemical, biological, and physical agents that may pose risks to reproductive health. These surveys are typically performed by trained professionals who can evaluate exposure levels and determine whether they exceed accepted safety thresholds. By initiating this process, individuals contribute to ensuring that their workplace is safe and compliant with health regulations, potentially leading to corrective actions if necessary. This proactive approach helps safeguard not only their own health but also that of their coworkers who may be exposed to the same reproductive stressors. Additionally, having a thorough evaluation alerts management to the need for addressing any identified risks, ultimately enhancing overall workplace safety and health standards. Other options do not foster an effective response to the concern. Ignoring the issue would allow potential hazards to persist unchallenged, while simply notifying coworkers or reporting to the local health department may not adequately address the immediate workplace environment or initiate necessary investigations and interventions.