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WorksheetsHome Safety Quiz
Total questions: 84
Worksheet time: 42mins
Which of the following is a recommended way to reduce fall hazards in the home?
Use slippery rugs
Clear clutter and electrical cords
Avoid using handrails
Ignore worn carpet edges
What should you install in bathrooms to help prevent falls?
Night-lights
Step stools
Handrails and grab bars
High cabinets
Why is it important to replace burned-out light bulbs and use night-lights?
To save electricity
To improve home decor
To reduce fall hazards
To increase room temperature
What should you use to reach high cabinets or shelves safely?
A chair
A table
A step stool or ladder
A broom
What should you pay attention to in unfamiliar places to prevent falls?
The weather
Your surroundings
The time of day
Your footwear
What should you do before using chemicals to ensure safe use?
Ignore the label directions
Read and follow label directions
Mix chemicals together
Use chemicals without any protection
Where should chemicals be stored to prevent access by children and pets?
In the kitchen
In the bathroom
In original containers in a locked area
In open containers on a shelf
What protective equipment should be worn when using chemicals?
Sunglasses
Sandals
Goggles, gloves, or a mask
A hat
How should chemicals be disposed of?
Pour them down the drain
Throw them in the trash
Dispose of them as described on the label
Leave them outside
What should you do before eating a plant?
Eat it immediately
Do not eat it unless you are certain about its safety
Cook it without checking
Assume it is safe
How can you prevent mold in food?
Leave food out in the open
Store food in a warm place
Refrigerate food and discard moldy food
Keep food in a sealed bag at room temperature
What is one of the key recommendations for preventing weapon-related injuries?
Keep firearms and other weapons in an unlocked drawer.
Store firearms and ammunition together.
Keep firearms and other weapons locked in a safe place out of reach of other people, especially children.
Leave firearms in plain sight for easy access.
Where should firearms be stored to ensure safety?
In a separate locked place from the ammunition.
In the same place as the ammunition.
In an unlocked cabinet.
Under the bed.
What should you do if you see a weapon?
Pick it up and take it to an adult.
Leave the area without touching it.
Take a picture of it.
Ignore it and continue with your activities.
Who should you report to if you see someone using or playing with a weapon?
A trusted adult.
Your friends.
No one, keep it to yourself.
The person using the weapon.
What does the Occupational Safety and Health Act require employers to provide?
Higher wages
Flexible working hours
A safe working environment
Paid vacations
Which of the following is a worker responsibility?
Refusing to do work that could cause injury
Following workplace policies and procedures
Receiving bonuses
Taking extended breaks
What should workers do if they encounter unsafe work practices or working conditions?
Ignore the issue
Alert supervisors
Continue working
Leave the job
Which of the following is a worker right?
Refusing to do work that could cause injury or illness
Ignoring workplace policies
Taking unlimited sick leave
Demanding a promotion
What protection do workers have when reporting workplace hazards and dangers?
They can be fired
They can be disciplined
They cannot be fired or disciplined
They receive a bonus
What is the primary goal of ergonomics?
To increase productivity
To ensure health and safety during the performance of a task
To reduce the cost of equipment
To improve communication skills
Which of the following is a common work injury that ergonomics aims to reduce?
Headaches
Repetitive strain injuries (like tendinitis)
Eye strain
Back pain
What is one of the specific conditions that ergonomics helps to prevent?
Asthma
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Diabetes
Hypertension
What should you wear when boating to prevent drowning?
A) A swimsuit
B) A life jacket
C) A hat
D) Sunglasses
When is it unsafe to swim?
A) Before or after a storm
B) On a sunny day
C) In a swimming pool
D) In the morning
What should you do if you believe someone is drowning?
A) Jump in the water to save them
B) Call 911 right away
C) Wait for someone else to help
D) Swim away quickly
What should you avoid doing in shallow water?
A) Swimming
B) Diving
C) Floating
D) Wading
What should you avoid swimming in to prevent drowning?
A) Warm water
B) Cold water
C) Very cold water
D) Hot water
What is a substance called if it can cause illness or death on entering the body?
Harmless
Beneficial
Poisonous
Nutritious
What should people do if they see a weapon like a firearm?
Pick it up and examine it
Leave the area without touching the weapon
Call a friend to help
Take a picture of it
Which US law protects workers and gives them rights?
Civil Rights Act
Environmental Protection Act
Occupational Safety and Health Act
Freedom of Information Act
Which of the following is considered part of your digital footprint?
Online subscriptions
Physical mail
Handwritten notes
Face-to-face conversations
What does your digital footprint include?
Social media posts and pictures
Personal diaries
Telephone conversations
Handwritten letters
Which of the following is NOT part of your digital footprint?
Browsing history
Online messages
Presence in online forums
Personal conversations at home
What type of content is included in your digital footprint?
Things shared about people
Private thoughts
Physical books
In-person meetings
Which of the following is an example of your digital footprint?
Online messages
Handwritten notes
Face-to-face discussions
Physical photographs
Why do people often think they have anonymity online?
Because they cannot see the person with whom they are talking
Because they use a secure connection
Because they use a strong password
Because they are using a private browser
Who can trace poor online behavior?
Friends and family
Law enforcement, officials, and employers
Internet service providers
Social media companies
What is a consequence of poor online behavior?
It has no consequences
It can only affect online interactions
It has consequences just as it does in person
It is always anonymous
What right protects original material posted online?
Trademark
Patent
Copyright
Fair Use
Which online behavior draws people into arguments and disrupts discussions?
Spamming
Trolling
Phishing
Hacking
Who uses personal information to find and harm people or violate their privacy?
Hackers
Spammers
Internet Predators
Cyberbullies
What is the primary purpose of first aid?
To provide treatment in the first moments after an accident or injury before medical professionals arrive
To replace professional medical treatment
To diagnose medical conditions
To perform surgery
Where should first-aid kits be kept?
In homes, cars, and carried for outdoor activities
Only in hospitals
Only in schools
Only in workplaces
Which of the following is NOT typically included in a first-aid kit?
First-aid manual and phone numbers for emergency services
Gourmet food items
Gauze pads and assorted bandages
Antibiotic ointment and antiseptic wipes
What type of supplies are gauze pads, assorted bandages, medical tape, cotton balls, and scissors categorized under in a first-aid kit?
Supplies for Treating Wounds
Resources
OTC Medications
Supplies for Preventing Infections
Which of the following is an example of OTC medication found in a first-aid kit?
Ibuprofen or acetaminophen
Gauze pads
Antibiotic ointment
Elastic wrap
What is the purpose of antibiotic ointment and antiseptic wipes in a first-aid kit?
To prevent infections
To treat wounds
To provide pain relief
To diagnose illnesses
What is the first step in administering first aid according to the document?
Check the injured person's condition and assess the situation.
Call 911 or local emergency services.
Give first aid immediately.
Move the person to a safe location.
When should you move an injured person according to the document?
Only if the person is unresponsive.
Only if the injury appears to be life-threatening.
Only to leave a dangerous situation.
Only if you have consent from the injured person.
What should you do as soon as you can after assessing the injured person's condition?
Call 911 or local emergency services.
Give first aid immediately.
Move the person to a safe location.
Ask for consent to give first aid.
What should you do if you are performing first aid and someone is nearby?
Ask them to call 911 or local emergency services.
Ask them to move the injured person.
Ask them to give first aid.
Ask them to assess the situation.
What should you do if possible before giving first aid?
Ask the injured person or their parent/guardian for consent.
Move the injured person to a safe location.
Call 911 or local emergency services.
Check the injured person's pulse.
Which of the following statements is true about cuts and scrapes?
Often do not require professional medical treatment
Always require professional medical treatment
Never cause bleeding
Always require stitches
What should you do if a cut is deep and applying pressure does not easily press the edges together?
Ignore it
Cover it with a small bandage
Seek medical attention
Apply ice
What is a common characteristic of puncture wounds?
They usually bleed a lot
They usually bleed a small amount and close up right away
They never cause infections
They always require stitches
What is the first step to take if medical attention is needed for a cut, scratch, or puncture wound?
Cleanse wound with water.
Apply pressure to stop bleeding.
Remove debris and cover with a bandage.
Elevate wound until you receive medical attention.
Which of the following is NOT a step to take for minor injuries?
Apply pressure with a sterile bandage.
Flush the wound with clean water.
Apply antibiotic cream or ointment.
Elevate wound until you receive medical attention.
What should you do after cleansing a wound with water if medical attention is needed?
Apply pressure to stop bleeding.
Remove debris and cover with a bandage.
Apply antibiotic cream or ointment.
Apply a bandage and change it daily.
For minor injuries, how often should you change the bandage?
Every hour.
Twice a day.
Daily.
Weekly.
Which type of animal bite always requires a doctor's attention due to the risk of infection?
Snake bites
Insect bites
Animal bites
Fish bites
What do nonpoisonous snake bites often look like?
Puncture wounds
Scratches
Swelling
Rashes
What is a characteristic of poisonous snake bites?
They look like scratches
They cause mild itching
They look like puncture wounds and become very serious
They cause mild swelling
Insect bites can cause reactions ranging from mild itching to what severe allergic reaction?
Mild swelling
Severe itching
Severe swelling
Extremely severe allergic reactions
What are common sources of burns?
Fire, steam, hot surfaces, chemicals, electrical current, or the sun
Water, ice, cold surfaces, chemicals, electrical current, or the moon
Fire, steam, cold surfaces, chemicals, electrical current, or the moon
Water, steam, hot surfaces, chemicals, electrical current, or the sun
What are some complications that can arise from serious burns?
Infection, shock, dehydration, pain, and immobility of the affected body part
Infection, fever, dehydration, pain, and mobility of the affected body part
Infection, shock, hydration, pain, and immobility of the affected body part
Infection, shock, dehydration, pleasure, and immobility of the affected body part
What are the degrees of burns mentioned?
First-, second-, and third-degree
First-, second-, and fourth-degree
First-, third-, and fourth-degree
Second-, third-, and fourth-degree
What is a medical emergency?
A) A non-urgent situation
B) A routine check-up
C) An urgent, life-threatening situation
D) A minor injury
Which of the following is NOT typically included in medical emergencies?
A) Third-degree burns
B) Severe bleeding
C) Minor cuts
D) Electrical shock
What should you do in a medical emergency?
A) Wait for someone else to help
B) Call 911 and provide emergency first aid until assistance arrives
C) Ignore the situation
D) Leave the scene immediately
Which of the following situations requires CPR?
A) A minor headache
B) Choking
C) A small bruise
D) A sprained ankle
What should you use to apply pressure to a wound in case of severe bleeding?
A. A piece of cloth
B. A sterile bandage
C. A plastic wrap
D. A paper towel
How should you position the wound in relation to the heart if possible?
A. Lower than the heart
B. At the same level as the heart
C. Higher than the heart
D. It doesn't matter
What should you do to keep the injured person calm while waiting for medical professionals?
A. Leave them alone
B. Cover the wound and keep applying pressure
C. Give them water
D. Move them around
How should you treat an injured person for shock?
A. Give them food
B. Lay them down, elevate their legs, and turn their head to the side
C. Make them sit up
D. Keep them standing
What is the main purpose of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)?
To treat minor injuries
To restore breathing and heartbeat
To diagnose medical conditions
To provide long-term care
Which of the following is recommended for untrained rescuers?
Full CPR
Hands-Only™ CPR
Rescue breathing only
No CPR at all
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiorespiratory Procedure
Cardiopulmonary Recovery
What does CPR involve?
Chest compressions and sometimes rescue breathing
Only rescue breathing
Only chest compressions
Administering medication
What is the first step you should take when performing Hands-Only™ CPR?
Call or have someone else call 911 immediately.
Position your hands over the center of the person’s chest.
Push down at a rate of 100 compressions per minute.
Do not slow down or stop until emergency services arrive.
Where should you position your hands when performing Hands-Only™ CPR?
Over the person's stomach.
Over the person's chest.
Over the person's head.
Over the person's back.
At what rate should you push down when performing Hands-Only™ CPR?
50 compressions per minute.
75 compressions per minute.
100 compressions per minute.
150 compressions per minute.
How deep should you compress the chest when performing Hands-Only™ CPR?
At least 1 inch.
At least 2 inches.
At least 3 inches.
At least 4 inches.
When should you stop performing Hands-Only™ CPR?
When you become tired.
When emergency services arrive.
After 5 minutes.
When the person starts breathing.
