EHS5104 E4

In a workplace, what is the responsibility of an employee in terms of health and safety communication?

• a. Ignore safety concerns

• b. Report hazards to a supervisor

• c. Keep safety information confidential

• d. Conduct safety inspections independently

In the context of hazard communication, what does an SDS (Safety Data Sheet) provide information about?

• a. Employee salaries

• b. Emergency evacuation procedures

• c. Hazardous chemical properties and safe handling

• d. Social activities within the workplace

Which of the following is a key element of a successful change management plan for health and safety?

• a) Lack of communication

• b) Resistance from employees

• c) Flexibility and adaptability

• d) Avoiding employee involvement

Which of the following is a common reason for resistance to change in health and safety management?

• a) Lack of awareness about the changes

• b) Clear communication from leadership

• c) Involvement of employees in the change process

• d) Recognition of the benefits of change

Which communication method is most effective for conveying emergency procedures?

• a. Written documents

• b. Verbal announcements

• c. Email notifications

• d. Social media updates

During the implementation phase of change, what is crucial for successful health and safety management system changes?

• a) Keeping employees uninformed

• b) Rapidly pushing through changes without feedback

• c) Phasing in changes gradually with clear communication

• d) Ignoring the need for training programs

Scenario: A healthcare facility monitors the frequency of employee sick days and absenteeism and identifies a trend of increased sick leave due to work-related stress. What type of indicator is the increased sick leave due to stress?

• A) Leading indicator

• B) Lagging indicator

• C) Neither

• D) Both leading and lagging indicator

Scenario: A chemical manufacturing plant monitors the usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure compliance with safety guidelines. What type of indicator is the PPE compliance rate?

• A) Leading indicator

• B) Lagging indicator

• C) Neither

• D) Both leading and lagging indicator

Which of the following is an example of proactive safety communication?

• a. Investigating accidents after they occur

• b. Conducting regular safety meetings and training

• c. Punishing employees for reporting hazards

• d. Ignoring safety concerns until they become serious issues

Which communication strategy is effective for overcoming resistance to change in health and safety management?

• a) Withholding information until the last moment

• b) Open and transparent communication

• c) Ignoring employee concerns

• d) Restricting communication to top-level management