Health and Safety Quiz for Students

What is the first step in conducting a risk assessment?

• Identifying hazards

• Evaluating risks

• Implementing control measures

• Reviewing the assessment

Which of the following is NOT considered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

• Safety goggles

• Hard hat

• High-visibility vest

• First aid kit

What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment?

• To eliminate all risks

• To identify and control risks

• To create more paperwork

• To train employees

Which type of PPE is essential for protecting your respiratory system when handling hazardous materials?

• Gloves

• Respirator

• Safety boots

• Ear plugs

What should you do if you discover a hazardous material spill?

• Ignore it

• Clean it up immediately without any protection

• Report it to a supervisor and follow the emergency procedures

• Leave the area and hope someone else deals with it

Which of the following is a common method for controlling risks identified in a risk assessment?

• Ignoring the risks

• Implementing control measures

• Increasing the number of employees

• Reducing the number of safety meetings

What is the correct way to dispose of hazardous materials?

• Throw them in the regular bin

• Follow the specific disposal procedures outlined for the material

• Pour them down the drain

• Burn them

Which of the following is NOT a step in the risk assessment process?

• Identifying hazards

• Evaluating risks

• Implementing control measures

• Ignoring minor risks

What is the main reason for wearing gloves when handling hazardous materials?

• To keep your hands warm

• To protect your hands from contamination

• To improve grip

• To look professional

How often should risk assessments be reviewed?

• Every 10 years

• Only when an incident occurs

• Regularly and whenever there are significant changes

• Never