Workplace Readiness

What is the importance of workplace safety?

• Workplace safety only benefits the employer, not the employees.

• Workplace safety is important to protect employees and create a safe work environment.

• Workplace safety is a waste of time and resources.

• Workplace safety is not important and can be ignored.

Name three common workplace hazards.

• Slips, trips, and falls; electrical hazards; ergonomic hazards

• Noise hazards

• Fire hazards

• Chemical hazards

What are the steps to take in case of a fire emergency at the workplace?

• Activate the fire alarm system, evacuate the building, call emergency services, use elevators, open doors and windows, assemble at the designated meeting point, re-enter the building immediately.

• Activate the fire alarm system, evacuate the building, call emergency services, do not use elevators, close doors and windows, assemble at the designated meeting point, do not re-enter the building until given permission by the authorities.

• Ignore the fire alarm system, stay in the building, call a friend, use elevators, open doors and windows, assemble at a random location, re-enter the building without permission.

• Activate the fire alarm system, hide in a room, call emergency services, use elevators, open doors and windows, assemble at a nearby park, re-enter the building without permission.

What is the purpose of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) at work?

• To protect workers from potential hazards and reduce the risk of injury or illness.

• To make workers feel more comfortable and confident at work.

• To increase the workload and productivity of workers at work.

• To comply with fashion trends and look stylish at work.

What are the key elements of an effective workplace safety program?

• Regular safety inspections and audits, hazard identification and risk assessment, and effective communication and reporting systems.

• Employee involvement and participation, regular safety training and education, and continuous improvement and evaluation.

• Clear safety policies and procedures, regular safety inspections and audits, and effective communication and reporting systems.

• Clear safety policies and procedures, regular safety training and education, hazard identification and risk assessment, effective communication and reporting systems, employee involvement and participation, regular safety inspections and audits, and continuous improvement and evaluation.

What should you do if you witness a coworker engaging in unsafe behavior?

• Confront the coworker directly and tell them to stop.

• Ignore it and hope that nothing bad happens.

• Report it to your supervisor or the appropriate authority.

• Take a video of the behavior and post it on social media.

What are the potential consequences of not following workplace safety guidelines?

• No consequences at all, workplace safety guidelines are unnecessary.

• Decreased risk of accidents and injuries, potential legal consequences and fines, positive impact on employee morale and productivity, and improvement to the company's reputation.

• Increased risk of accidents and injuries, potential legal consequences and fines, negative impact on employee morale and productivity, and damage to the company's reputation.

• Decreased risk of accidents and injuries, potential financial benefits, positive impact on employee morale and productivity, and improvement to the company's reputation.

What are the best practices for preventing slips, trips, and falls in the workplace?

• Wearing high heels at work

• Leaving spills and obstacles on the floor

• Not providing proper lighting in work areas

• Implementing these best practices can help prevent slips, trips, and falls in the workplace.

What are the main causes of workplace accidents?

• Human error, lack of training or supervision, unsafe working conditions, and equipment failure.

• Inadequate safety protocols, distractions, and faulty machinery.

• Lack of personal protective equipment, carelessness, and improper ergonomics.

• Poor communication, negligence, and fatigue.

How can employees contribute to maintaining a safe work environment?

• By following safety protocols, reporting hazards, participating in safety training, and promoting a culture of safety.

• By skipping safety training and not taking it seriously

• By not reporting hazards and keeping them hidden

• By ignoring safety protocols and taking shortcuts