OSHA definition criteria for a 'qualified person'?

• A. A person who holds a valid driver's license
• B. Possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing
• C. A person who has completed a safety course
• D. A supervisor with five years of service

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is what OSHA means by a qualified person: someone who has the knowledge and training appropriate to perform the job safely, evidenced by a recognized credential or professional standing, or by an equivalent mix of training and experience. The correct choice directly reflects that standard because it specifies possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing as proof of qualification.

A driver's license doesn’t indicate job-specific safety competence. Completing a safety course can be helpful, but it isn’t by itself the formal credential or demonstrated standing OSHA requires. A supervisor with five years of service shows tenure, not necessarily the required training or demonstrated ability to recognize hazards and perform tasks safely.