Safety First!

According to the "Safety First!" article, what are the key causes of death-related accidents?

• stress

• accidents

• health reasons

• work-related diseases

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

The most dangerous jobs in the world are in which fields?

(a)  

The most common cause of death in work-related accidents is/are?

• falls

• heart attack

• car accidents

• stress

What has been done to reduce accidents at work?

• implementing strict rules and safety procedures

• use of more technology

• not using protective equipment

• better healthcare

What are some of the causes of accidents for those working in information technology and media production?

• Lack of coffee breaks, excessive screen time, and poor posture
• Software bugs, network failures, and data breaches
• Loud noises, repetitive tasks, and inadequate lighting
• Ergonomic issues, electrical hazards, and straining from lifting warm or heavy objects

Two cyber security measures used to prevent hacking and other security breaches are ...

(a)  

What are important symptoms of stress?

• headaches, fatigue, irritability, anxiety, difficulty sleeping

• excessive sweating, increased heart rate, shortness of breath
• increased appetite, weight gain, bloating
• nausea, dizziness, blurred vision

Why is stress also something positive?

• Stress is always negative and has no positive effects.
• Stress can be positive because it can motivate and energize individuals to perform better and achieve their goals.
• Stress is only positive for certain individuals and not for everyone.
• Stress can improve physical health and immune system.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the connection between work, stress and control?

• Having control over one's work can increase stress levels.
• Work and stress are unrelated to each other.
• It's the feeling of not being in control of the situation, not the amount of work, that creates stress.

• Having control over one's work has no impact on stress levels.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

What can employees do to reduce work-related stress?

• Practice stress management techniques

• Ignore work-related problems

• Seek support from colleagues and friends

• Take on more work responsibilities