Risk Management

In the Swiss Cheese Model, which of the following is most likely to be a "defense layer" in an industrial setting?

• A worker’s decision to ignore safety guidelines

• Training programs and procedures for emergency response

• The inherent dangers of the chemicals used in a process

• The weather conditions on a particular day

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "holes aligning" in the Swiss Cheese Model?

• A safety inspection reveals minor flaws, which are corrected before an accident happens

• A maintenance error leads to a malfunction, which is detected by a warning system before harm occurs

• A chemical spill occurs due to a combination of human error, equipment failure, and inadequate emergency response protocols

• A worker is injured due to improper equipment, but the damage is contained and does not spread

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

In the Swiss Cheese Model, what role does human error typically play in accidents?

• Human error is never a factor in accidents

• Human error is the only factor causing accidents

• Human error is one of many factors that can contribute to the alignment of holes in the defense layers

• Human error is irrelevant as long as technology and machines are used

In risk management, which of the following is considered a proactive approach to identifying potential hazards?

• A) Incident investigation

• B) Safety audits

• C) Accident reporting

• D) Emergency response

Which scientific principle is most relevant to assessing the likelihood of a risk occurring in a laboratory setting?

• A) Newton's Third Law

• B) The Law of Conservation of Mass

• C) Probability Theory

• D) The Theory of Relativity

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

In the context of risk management, what is the primary purpose of a risk assessment matrix?

• A) To eliminate all risks

• B) To prioritize risks based on their severity and likelihood

• C) To document past incidents

• D) To train employees on safety protocols

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'risk mitigation' in scientific research?

• A) Accepting all risks as inevitable

• B) Reducing the impact or likelihood of a risk

• C) Ignoring minor risks

• D) Transferring risks to another party

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

In a chemical laboratory, which of the following is a common method for managing the risk of chemical exposure?

• A) Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

• B) Increasing the concentration of chemicals

• C) Ignoring safety data sheets

• D) Storing chemicals in open containers

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

What is the role of a 'control measure' in the context of risk management?

• A) To increase the risk level

• B) To eliminate or reduce the risk

• C) To document the risk

• D) To ignore the risk

Which of the following scenarios is an example of a 'risk transfer' strategy in a scientific project?

• A) Conducting a thorough risk assessment

• B) Purchasing insurance to cover potential losses

• C) Implementing safety training programs

• D) Accepting the risk as part of the project