Question 1 Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a Job Safety Hazard Analysis?

To identify hazards and determine controls before work begins

To assign blame after an incident

To document employee performance

To meet inspection paperwork requirements

Question 81 When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide: Practice Test 1 – Section 5: Leadership, Communication, and Training (Questions 81–100) The primary purpose of the BCSP Code of Ethics is to:

Promote ethical and professional conduct

Eliminate regulatory requirements

Question 101 When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will begin: Practice Test 2 – Section 1: Safety Program Implementation (Questions 101–120) Which task is most appropriate to prioritize for a Job Safety Hazard Analysis?

A task with frequent near misses

Office clerical work with no injury history

Question 121 When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide: Practice Test 2 – Section 2: Hazard Identification and Control (Questions 121–140) Which example best represents elimination as a hazard control?

Removing a hazardous process entirely

Question 161 When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide: Practice Test 2 – Section 4: Emergency Preparedness and Management (Questions 161–180) Which factor most increases the risk of fire spread in a workplace?

Accumulated combustible materials

Question 181 When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide: Practice Test 2 – Section 5: Leadership, Communication, and Training (Questions 181–200) The BCSP Code of Ethics requires supervisors to place highest priority on:

Protection of people and the environment

STS Safety Trained Supervisor Exam

Free STS Safety Trained Supervisor Practice Questions

10 sample questions for the STS Safety Trained Supervisor Exam, with the correct answer and an explanation for each. No account needed. Try each one before you open the answer.

Sections covered on the exam: Safety Program Implementation, HAZARD Identification AND Control, Health Hazards AND Basic Industrial Hygiene, Other Information, Emergency Preparedness AND Management, Leadership, Communication, AND Training.

Question 1 · Safety Program Implementation
Question 1
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a Job Safety Hazard Analysis?
- A.To assign blame after an incident
- B.To document employee performance
- C.To identify hazards and determine controls before work begins
- D.To meet inspection paperwork requirements
Show answer and explanation
Answer: C. To identify hazards and determine controls before work begins
A Job Safety Hazard Analysis focuses on identifying hazards associated with job tasks and determining controls before work starts. It is a preventive tool, not a disciplinary or documentation-only process.
Question 2 · HAZARD Identification AND Control
Question 21
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 1 – Section 2: Hazard Identification and Control (Questions 21–40)
Which control method is considered the most effective in the hierarchy of controls?
- A.Personal protective equipment
- B.Administrative controls
- C.Engineering controls
- D.Elimination
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Answer: D. Elimination
Elimination removes the hazard entirely and is the most effective control method.
Question 3 · Health Hazards AND Basic Industrial Hygiene
Question 41
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 1 – Section 3: Health Hazards and Basic Industrial Hygiene (Questions 41–60)
Which health condition is most commonly associated with asbestos exposure?
- A.Skin irritation
- B.Heat exhaustion
- C.Hearing loss
- D.Asbestosis
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Answer: D. Asbestosis
Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers over time.
Question 4 · Emergency Preparedness AND Management
Question 61
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 1 – Section 4: Emergency Preparedness and Management (Questions 61–80)
Which class of fire involves ordinary combustible materials such as paper or wood?
- A.Class B
- B.Class A
- C.Class C
- D.Class K
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Answer: B. Class A
Class A fires involve ordinary combustibles like wood, paper, and cloth.
Question 5 · Leadership, Communication, AND Training
Question 81
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 1 – Section 5: Leadership, Communication, and Training (Questions 81–100)
The primary purpose of the BCSP Code of Ethics is to:
- A.Promote ethical and professional conduct
- B.Replace company policies
- C.Enforce disciplinary action
- D.Eliminate regulatory requirements
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Answer: A. Promote ethical and professional conduct
The BCSP Code of Ethics establishes expectations for ethical, professional, and responsible behavior in safety roles.
Question 6 · Safety Program Implementation
Question 101
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will begin:
Practice Test 2 – Section 1: Safety Program Implementation (Questions 101–120)
Which task is most appropriate to prioritize for a Job Safety Hazard Analysis?
- A.Office clerical work with no injury history
- B.A task performed once per year
- C.A task with frequent near misses
- D.A task already fully automated
Show answer and explanation
Answer: C. A task with frequent near misses
Tasks with frequent near misses indicate elevated risk and should be prioritized for JSA to prevent future incidents.
Question 7 · HAZARD Identification AND Control
Question 121
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 2 – Section 2: Hazard Identification and Control (Questions 121–140)
Which example best represents elimination as a hazard control?
- A.Providing gloves
- B.Removing a hazardous process entirely
- C.Posting warning signs
- D.Installing ventilation
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Answer: B. Removing a hazardous process entirely
Elimination removes the hazard completely and is the most effective control.
Question 8 · Health Hazards AND Basic Industrial Hygiene
Question 141
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 2 – Section 3: Health Hazards and Basic Industrial Hygiene (Questions 141–160)
Which exposure route presents the greatest risk from asbestos?
- A.Ingestion
- B.Inhalation
- C.Skin contact
- D.Eye contact
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Answer: B. Inhalation
Asbestos fibers are most dangerous when inhaled, lodging in lung tissue and causing long-term disease.
Question 9 · Emergency Preparedness AND Management
Question 161
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 2 – Section 4: Emergency Preparedness and Management (Questions 161–180)
Which factor most increases the risk of fire spread in a workplace?
- A.Proper housekeeping
- B.Accumulated combustible materials
- C.Blocked exits
- D.Fire extinguisher availability
Show answer and explanation
Answer: B. Accumulated combustible materials
Accumulated combustible materials increase fuel load and allow fires to spread rapidly.
Question 10 · Leadership, Communication, AND Training
Question 181
When you are ready, say “Yes, continue”, and I will provide:
Practice Test 2 – Section 5: Leadership, Communication, and Training (Questions 181–200)
The BCSP Code of Ethics requires supervisors to place highest priority on:
- A.Protection of people and the environment
- B.Cost reduction
- C.Production efficiency
- D.Management directives
Show answer and explanation
Answer: A. Protection of people and the environment
The Code emphasizes protecting workers, the public, and the environment above competing interests.

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