Workshop Safety Essentials

What does PPE stand for in a workshop?

• Personal Performance Evaluation

• Professional Project Equipment

• Public Policy Enforcement

• Personal Protective Equipment

Name three types of personal protective equipment.

• helmets

• earplugs

• safety vests

• gloves, masks, goggles

What is the first step to take in case of a fire in the workshop?

• Evacuate the area immediately.

• Try to extinguish the fire yourself.

• Call a friend before leaving the area.

• Ignore the fire and continue working.

What should you do if you hear the fire alarm?

• Check to see if the alarm is real before leaving.

• Ignore the alarm and continue working.

• Evacuate the building immediately.

• Wait for instructions from the fire department.

How many exits should be clearly marked in a workshop?

• Only one exit should be marked.

• Three exits are required for safety.

• At least two exits should be clearly marked.

• Exits do not need to be marked at all.

What is the purpose of an emergency exit?

• To provide access to maintenance areas.

• To act as a storage space for emergency supplies.

• To provide a safe and quick evacuation route during emergencies.

• To serve as a decorative feature in buildings.

What should you check before using any tool?

• Check safety features, functionality, and training.

• Check the color of the tool

• Check the price of the tool

• Check the brand of the tool

Why is it important to keep your workspace clean?

• It is important to keep your workspace clean to improve focus and productivity.

• A messy workspace encourages creativity and innovation.

• A clean workspace is essential for maintaining a cluttered mind.

• Keeping your workspace dirty helps in finding things easily.

What is the correct way to lift a heavy object?

• Ask someone else to lift it for you.

• Lift with your back and keep your legs straight.

• Bend your knees, keep your back straight, and lift with your legs.

• Use a twisting motion to lift the object.

What should you do if you cut yourself while working?

• Apply ice directly to the cut.

• Clean the cut, apply antiseptic, and cover it with a bandage.

• Use a dirty cloth to cover the cut.

• Ignore the cut and continue working.