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Workplace Safety 10S & 10M February 2025

Total questions: 47

Worksheet time: 40mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The top priority of every workplace inspection is to ___________ the hazard.

a)

1. eliminate

b)

2. control

c)

all of the above

2.

Which of these are useful inspection tools? [Choose all that apply]

a)

time

b)

camera

c)

manuals

d)

site plan

e)

training

3.

Awkward postures are an example of ____________ hazard.

a)

biological

b)

physical

c)

ergonomic

d)

safety

4.

To help improve the safety of hte workplace, complete this chart:

5 __________

a)

Hazardous

b)

Personal Protective

c)

Aid

d)

Fire

e)

Electrical

5.

A safety checklist is useful because (check best answers):

a)

It makes employees aware of safety hazards

b)

It can be used by various departments to audit general safety procedures

c)

It can be incorporated into security patrol procedures

d)

All of the above

6.

A healthy work environment include all except....

a)

Smoke-free environment

b)

Noisy

c)

Remove obstacles/tripping

d)

Prevent visual distractions

7.

Where can accidents happen?

a)

Anywhere

b)

In the classroom

c)

In the hallway

d)

Outside

8.

Electricity presents a shock hazard when not properly grounded.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Which image shows the proper way to sit at a computer desk?

a)
b)
c)
10.

What is a common reason why workplace accidents occur

a)

unsafe environments

b)

human error

c)

inexperience

d)

poor training

11.

Which of the following actions must a young worker (18 or older) NOT perform while operating tractors or industrial trucks?

a)

Operate tractors without receiving proper training and pre-operational service checks

b)

Follow all the instructions given in the operator’s manual

c)

Wear PPE wherever required

d)

Slow down on a rough or muddy surface while taking turns and crossing slopes

12.

What is the primary goal of workplace safety?

a)

To increase productivity

b)

To ensure the health and well-being of employees

c)

To reduce company expenses

d)

To improve customer satisfaction

13.

What term describes an unexpected event that results in injury or damage?

a)

Hazard

b)

Incident

c)

Accident

d)

Risk

14.

What is the study of designing workplaces and tools to fit the worker’s needs called?

a)

Ergonomics

b)

Compliance

c)

Regulation

d)

Training

15.

What is a potential source of harm or adverse health effect on someone?

a)

Risk

b)

Hazard

c)

Incident

d)

Injury

16.

What is an occurrence that can lead to or has led to an accident or injury?

a)

Emergency

b)

Procedure

c)

Incident

d)

Regulation

17.

What term describes harm or damage inflicted on the body due to an accident or exposure to a hazard?

a)

Risk

b)

Injury

c)

Compliance

d)

Training

18.

What is a serious, unexpected situation requiring immediate action to prevent harm or danger?

a)

Incident

b)

Emergency

c)

Procedure

d)

Regulation

19.

What is a set of established methods or steps to follow to ensure safety and efficiency?

a)

Training

b)

Regulation

c)

Procedure

d)

Compliance

20.

What is the purpose of training in a workplace safety context?

a)

To provide immediate assistance to injured workers

b)

To educate and practice workers to help them perform their tasks safely and effectively

c)

To document accidents or near-miss events

d)

To examine equipment and work areas

21.

What is a documented account of an accident or near-miss event used to analyze and prevent future occurrences?

a)

Emergency

b)

Incident Report

c)

Training

d)

Regulation

22.

What is immediate assistance given to someone who is injured or ill before professional medical help arrives?

a)

First Aid

b)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

c)

Compliance

d)

Procedure

23.

What does Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) refer to?

a)

Official rules or laws for workplace safety

b)

Clothing or equipment worn to protect individuals from workplace hazards

c)

The process of examining work areas

d)

A documented account of an accident

24.

Which of the following extinguishers would you NOT use on an electric fire?

a)

CO2

b)

Dry Powder

c)

Water

25.

How do you lift safely?

a)

Straight back, bend knees

b)

Just grab the object and lift it

c)

Bend back, straight knees

26.

Electricity presents a shock hazard when not properly grounded.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

Which of these are useful inspection tools? [Choose all that apply]

a)

time

b)

camera

c)

manuals

d)

site plan

e)

training

28.

How should you sit in your chair while keying?

a)

Feet flat on floor

b)

Legs stretched out

c)

Chair pulled out from table

d)

Feet crossed in a "X" position

29.

95% of all work related accidents are caused by human error.

a)

True

b)

False

30.

A healthy work environment include all except....

a)

Smoke-free environment

b)

Noisy

c)

Remove obstacles/tripping

d)

Prevent visual distractions

31.

Where can accidents happen?

a)

Anywhere

b)

In the classroom

c)

In the hallway

d)

Outside

32.

How can you prevent injuries at the workplace shown above?

a)

Throw the stapler higher to prevent it from hitting someone

b)

Use a ladder instead of a chair when arranging books in cabinet

c)

Pour water over the coffee spillage to prevent slipping

33.

Which of the following describes the signage shown?

a)

A cap must be worn in the area

b)

Safety helmet must be worn in the area

c)

It is optional to wear head protection

34.

Which of the following best describes the signage shown?

a)

The place to gather during an emergency

b)

Assembly point every morning

c)

Place for emergency vehicles to park

35.

Which of the following best describes the signage shown?

a)

Count the number of steps you take

b)

Look ahead while walking

c)

Be careful while walking

36.

What is a safety manual?

a)

Instructions for the operation of a device

b)

Instructions on safety precautions to take

c)

Instructions on troubleshooting a device

37.

Which of the following are hazards shown in the picture?

a)

Woman standing on a chair

b)

Man throwing a stapler

c)

Stressed worker

d)

Coffee spillage

38.

How can you prevent injuries at the workplace shown above?

a)

Throw the stapler higher to prevent it from hitting someone

b)

Use a ladder instead of a chair when arranging books in cabinet

c)

Pour water over the coffee spillage to prevent slipping

39.

Why is it important to follow safety regulations?

a)

To prevent injuries

b)

To get more salary

c)

To be promoted

40.

What should i do if i see someone not following safety regulations?

a)

Ignore as it is not my job

b)

Do not report it if it seems like a faster way to complete the job

c)

Report to supervisor immediately

41.

Where should you aim the fire extinguisher while trying to put out a fire?

a)

Base of fire

b)

Highest flames

c)

From top to bottom

d)

Whatever is not burning to keep it from burning

42.

With the PASS method, What does the P stand for?

a)

Point the nozzle

b)

Port the tube

c)

Pick up the extinguisher

d)

Pull the pin

43.

With the PASS method, What does the A stand for?

a)

Assess the fire

b)

Aim the nozzle

c)

Accelerate toward fire

d)

Access the extinguisher

44.

With the PASS method, What does the first S stand for?

a)

Squeeze the handle

b)

Spray the area

c)

Soak the fire

d)

Smell the smoke

45.

With the PASS method, What does the Second S stand for?

a)

Squeeze the handle

b)

Spray the area

c)

Sweep side to side

d)

Shower the fire

46.

What is the correct picture/accronym for using a portable fire extingusiher?

a)
b)
c)
d)
47.
An extinguisher with an A rating is designed for use on which type of fire?
a)
A fire involving energized electrical equipment
b)
A fire involving flammable liquids
c)
A fire involving combustible materials
d)
None of the above