Safety and Health
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| Number of Questions: 15 | |
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What is the primary responsibility of an employer in terms of safety and health?
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To provide a safe and healthy workplace.
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To ensure employees are aware of potential hazards.
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To provide personal protective equipment.
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To conduct regular safety inspections.
The employer is ultimately responsible for ensuring that the workplace is safe and healthy for all employees.
What is the purpose of a safety and health program?
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To identify and control hazards in the workplace.
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To provide training to employees on safety procedures.
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To investigate accidents and incidents.
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To comply with government regulations.
The primary purpose of a safety and health program is to identify and control hazards in the workplace in order to prevent accidents and injuries.
What is the role of employees in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace?
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To follow safety procedures and guidelines.
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To report any unsafe conditions or practices.
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To use personal protective equipment when necessary.
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To participate in safety training and drills.
Employees have a responsibility to follow safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, use personal protective equipment, and participate in safety training and drills.
What is the most common type of workplace accident?
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Slips, trips, and falls.
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Struck-by accidents.
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Caught-in or -between accidents.
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Electrical accidents.
Slips, trips, and falls are the most common type of workplace accident, accounting for over 25% of all accidents.
What is the leading cause of workplace fatalities?
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Falls from heights.
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Transportation accidents.
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Confined space accidents.
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Electrical accidents.
Falls from heights are the leading cause of workplace fatalities, accounting for over 35% of all workplace deaths.
What is the purpose of a safety inspection?
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To identify and correct unsafe conditions.
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To ensure compliance with government regulations.
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To provide training to employees on safety procedures.
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To investigate accidents and incidents.
The purpose of a safety inspection is to identify and correct unsafe conditions in the workplace in order to prevent accidents and injuries.
What is the role of a safety committee in a workplace?
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To advise management on safety matters.
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To conduct safety inspections.
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To investigate accidents and incidents.
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To provide training to employees on safety procedures.
A safety committee is typically composed of representatives from management and employees, and its role is to advise management on safety matters, conduct safety inspections, investigate accidents and incidents, and provide training to employees on safety procedures.
What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?
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A hazard is a potential source of harm, while a risk is the likelihood that harm will occur.
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A hazard is a condition that can cause harm, while a risk is the severity of the harm that can occur.
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A hazard is a situation that can cause harm, while a risk is the probability that harm will occur.
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A hazard is a threat to safety, while a risk is a threat to health.
A hazard is a potential source of harm, while a risk is the likelihood that harm will occur. In other words, a hazard is something that can cause harm, while a risk is the chance that harm will actually happen.
What is the hierarchy of controls for managing hazards?
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Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, personal protective equipment.
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Engineering controls, administrative controls, personal protective equipment, elimination, substitution.
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Personal protective equipment, administrative controls, engineering controls, elimination, substitution.
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Substitution, elimination, engineering controls, administrative controls, personal protective equipment.
The hierarchy of controls for managing hazards is a system that prioritizes the most effective methods for controlling hazards. The most effective method is elimination, which involves removing the hazard from the workplace. The next most effective method is substitution, which involves replacing the hazard with a less hazardous substance or process. Engineering controls are physical changes to the workplace that reduce the risk of exposure to hazards. Administrative controls are changes to work procedures or policies that reduce the risk of exposure to hazards. Personal protective equipment is the last line of defense against hazards, and should only be used when other methods of control are not feasible.
What are the most common types of personal protective equipment?
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Hard hats, safety glasses, earplugs, respirators.
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Gloves, safety shoes, safety harnesses, fall protection equipment.
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High-visibility clothing, reflective vests, traffic cones, barricades.
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Fire extinguishers, first aid kits, spill kits, emergency showers.
The most common types of personal protective equipment include hard hats, safety glasses, earplugs, and respirators. These items are designed to protect workers from head injuries, eye injuries, hearing loss, and respiratory problems.
What is the purpose of a safety data sheet (SDS)?
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To provide information about the hazards of a chemical substance.
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To provide instructions on how to use a chemical substance safely.
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To provide information on how to dispose of a chemical substance safely.
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All of the above.
A safety data sheet (SDS) is a document that provides information about the hazards of a chemical substance, instructions on how to use the substance safely, and information on how to dispose of the substance safely.
What is the difference between an accident and an incident?
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An accident is an event that results in injury or damage, while an incident is an event that could have resulted in injury or damage.
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An accident is an event that results in property damage, while an incident is an event that results in personal injury.
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An accident is an event that is caused by human error, while an incident is an event that is caused by a natural disaster.
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An accident is an event that is reported to the government, while an incident is an event that is not reported to the government.
An accident is an event that results in injury or damage, while an incident is an event that could have resulted in injury or damage. In other words, an accident is an event that actually causes harm, while an incident is an event that has the potential to cause harm.
What is the purpose of a lockout/tagout procedure?
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To prevent the accidental release of energy during maintenance or repair work.
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To prevent the accidental operation of machinery or equipment.
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To prevent the accidental startup of machinery or equipment.
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All of the above.
A lockout/tagout procedure is a safety procedure that is used to prevent the accidental release of energy during maintenance or repair work. The procedure involves isolating the energy source, locking and tagging the energy isolation device, and testing the lockout/tagout system to ensure that it is effective.
What is the difference between a confined space and a permit-required confined space?
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A confined space is a space that is large enough for a person to enter and work in, while a permit-required confined space is a space that is not large enough for a person to enter and work in.
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A confined space is a space that is not large enough for a person to enter and work in, while a permit-required confined space is a space that is large enough for a person to enter and work in.
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A confined space is a space that is not large enough for a person to enter and work in, while a permit-required confined space is a space that is large enough for a person to enter and work in, but has additional hazards.
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A confined space is a space that is large enough for a person to enter and work in, while a permit-required confined space is a space that has additional hazards.
A confined space is a space that is not large enough for a person to enter and work in, while a permit-required confined space is a space that is large enough for a person to enter and work in, but has additional hazards, such as toxic gases, flammable vapors, or oxygen deficiency.
What is the purpose of a confined space entry permit?
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To authorize entry into a confined space.
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To identify the hazards associated with a confined space.
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To specify the precautions that must be taken when entering a confined space.
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All of the above.
A confined space entry permit is a document that is used to authorize entry into a confined space. The permit identifies the hazards associated with the confined space, specifies the precautions that must be taken when entering the confined space, and authorizes the entry of specific individuals into the confined space.