POB 4.01 Quiz

A federal government agency that writes and enforces safety and health standards for businesses.

• Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA)

• Food and Drug Administration

Health and safety regulations in business regarding the Worker Rights is to have

• An unsafe working environment

• Proper health and safety information, instruction, and training

When workers stay whole and healthy, the direct cost-savings to businesses include:

• increased medical expenditures

• lower insurance costs

One way a business can reduce the risk of accidents in the workplace is by providing its employees with:

• safety training

• weight-loss programs

The primary reason that governments develop workplace health and safety regulations is to:

• ensure that employees have access to insurance.

• protect employees from injury and illness.

To help create a safe environment in the workplace, each employee should:

• be aware of things or situations that create hazardous conditions.

• report all problems to the company's president or CEO.

What is one of the first procedures to follow if business employees detect a fire in the facility?

• Evacuate the premises.

• Hide the valuables.

Some safety hazards in the workplace are caused by the unsafe actions of workers. An example would be:

• talking to coworkers on a break.

• wearing inappropriate clothing.

Which is an example of an employee maintaining a safe work environment?

• William follows his employer's rules when he is operating heavy equipment.

• Anna fails to tell her supervisor that the caution light is blinking on the equipment.

Hazards can cause injury or harm to people, property, or the environment. Which of the following is NOT a workplace hazard?

• Mechanical

• Chemical

• Wage

• Physical