PB2 Safety on the Jobsite Ch1

What is a hazard?

• Anything that may cause harm to you or to others

• A type of tool used in carpentry

• A type of injury that can occur on the jobsite

• A type of safety equipment used in carpentry

What is the best way to prevent accidents and injuries?

• Proper use of tools

• Proper use of safety equipment

• Safe work habits and attitudes

• Putting safety first

What is the importance of safe work practices?

• They help in completing the job faster

• They protect you from injury

• They make the work area look better

• They make the job easier

What should you do in case of an accident causing injury to another person?

• Ignore the accident and continue working

• Call 911 and wait for help to arrive

• Check the area for hazards and report the accident immediately

• Encourage others to crowd around the injured person

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

• To promote safety in the shop or work area

• To help you lift heavy items

• To protect you from work-related hazards

• To make the work area look better

What are some positive behaviors that help avoid accidents?

• Wearing appropriate clothing

• Safe work habits and attitudes

• Proper use of safety equipment

• Proper use of tools

What is the most effective way to prevent accidents?

• Using proper lifting techniques

• Wearing appropriate clothing

• Positioning heavy items near the area where they will be used

• Developing safe work habits and sticking with them

What should you do to promote safety at all times in the shop or work area?

• Keep tools and equipment clean and in proper working condition

• Position equipment so that wires and cables create a tripping hazard

• Encourage others to ignore safety rules

• Wear inappropriate shoes and clothing in the work area

What is the importance of being aware of your surroundings at all times?

• It protects you from injury

• It helps in completing the job faster

• It makes the work area look better

• It makes the job easier

What is the purpose of first aid stations in the shop or work area?

• To make the work area look better

• To provide immediate help in case of an accident or injury

• To promote safety at all times

• To protect you from work-related hazards