Confined Spaces Quiz 1

Identify two employee duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act.

• A. To take reasonable care of their own health and safety

• B. To ensure the safety of the public at all times

• C. To cooperate with their employer on health and safety matters

• D. To provide health and safety training to colleagues

There are five steps to risk assessment, the first of which is identifying hazards. Which of the following is NOT one of the remaining four steps in the process?

• Assess the risks

• Control the risks

• Review the controls

• Document the hazards

Identify four places that could be defined as confined spaces as a result of their existing features.

• Tunnels, Silos, Storage tanks, Manholes

• Open fields, Parks, Beaches, Roads

• Offices, Libraries, Classrooms, Cafeterias

• Shopping malls, Stadiums, Airports, Train stations

Identify three specified hazards which, combined with the effect on an individual, create a confined space in an enclosed area.

• Oxygen deficiency, toxic atmosphere, and flammable gases

• High temperature, loud noise, and poor lighting

• Slippery surfaces, sharp objects, and heavy machinery

• Dust, vibration, and repetitive motion

Which of the following best describes the role of the Entry controller (Top man/person) in a medium risk (NC3) confined space entry?

• Monitoring the atmosphere within the confined space

• Providing first aid to injured personnel

• Controlling entry and exit of personnel

• Supervising the entire operation

What is the role of the Entrant in a medium risk (NC3) confined space entry?

• To monitor the atmospheric conditions within the confined space

• To perform the work inside the confined space

• To supervise the entry and exit of the confined space

• To provide emergency rescue if needed

What is the role of the Supervisor in a medium risk (NC3) confined space entry?

• To oversee the entry and ensure all safety protocols are followed

• To perform the entry and carry out the task

• To provide medical assistance if needed

• To monitor the atmospheric conditions inside the confined space

Identify two injuries that could be sustained to confined space workers if safe systems of work are not followed.

• Burns and fractures

• Sprains and strains

• Cuts and bruises

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a reason why decontamination procedures are important in confined spaces work?

• To prevent the spread of contaminants

• To ensure the safety of workers

• To comply with regulations

• To increase the cost of operations

Which of the following describes three working procedures to improve safety when working in a medium risk confined space?

• Conducting a risk assessment, ensuring proper ventilation, and using personal protective equipment

• Ignoring safety protocols, working alone, and using faulty equipment

• Skipping the risk assessment, avoiding ventilation, and not using any protective gear

• Relying on luck, avoiding communication, and neglecting safety training