WorksheetsSR34 WHS Task 1
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which of the following are correct when referring to legislative requirements, regulations, codes of practice and standards relating to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk control? Select (3) answers
The WHS Act and regulations require employers to identify hazards and conduct risk assessments in the workplace.
The Codes of Practice offer practical guidance on managing specific hazards while providing a framework for risk management.
The WHS Act and regulations do not relate to implementing control measures to eliminate or minimise risks.
The Codes of Practice help organisations meet legal requirements and create safer work environments.
Which of the following are correct when referring to legislative requirements, regulations, codes of practice and standards relating to WHS hazard communication, consultation, and participation? Select (3) answers.
The Codes of Practice and guides provide practical advice on consultation processes and cooperation.
The WHS Act and regulations emphasise the importance of effective communication, consultation, and participation between duty holders (employers, workers, and others) to improve workplace safety.
AS/NZS 8401 outlines WHS/OHS management system requirements, including communication and consultation elements.
The Codes of Practice and guides provide practical advice on consultation processes and cooperation, helping employers establish a culture of safety engagement and collaboration.
Under Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, which of the following is incorrect concerning duty holders?
Officers are ultimately responsible for any decisions made about WHS control measures.
The PCBU is the primary duty holder and is responsible for WHS within the organisation.
Officers can influence WHS control measures via financial contributions or changing organisational policies and procedures.
Workers refer to anyone who carries out work for the PCBU, including employees, contractors, subcontractors, and volunteers
Policies and procedures for effective WHS recordkeeping must be implemented and managed to support which of the following? Select (3) answers.
To ensure legal compliance
To ensure accurate reporting of incident management
To prove evidence of hazard identification and risk management
Staff rostering
Which of the following is a recognised workplace hazard identification method?
Conducting regular employee satisfaction surveys
Performing routine hazard inspections and audits
Reviewing the annual financial report
Monitoring social media trends
A risk assessment in the workplace typically involves which of the following?
Evaluating the potential impact of identified hazards
Assessing the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
Calculating annual profit and loss statements
Determining employee vacation schedules
Provide an example of how each level of the hierarchy of controls can be applied to manage a specific workplace hazard in a sport and recreation environment - ELIMINATION
Provide an example of how each level of the hierarchy of controls can be applied to manage a specific workplace hazard in a sport and recreation environment - SUBSITUTION
Provide an example of how each level of the hierarchy of controls can be applied to manage a specific workplace hazard in a sport and recreation environment - ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Provide an example of how each level of the hierarchy of controls can be applied to manage a specific workplace hazard in a sport and recreation environment - ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS
Provide an example of how each level of the hierarchy of controls can be applied to manage a specific workplace hazard in a sport and recreation environment - PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
What is the typical procedure for accessing an organisation’s internal WHS information and data?
Checking the company’s social media profiles
Requesting access through a designated health and safety representative
Consulting external industry reports
Relying on informal staff discussions
Which of the following is a common procedure for accessing external WHS information and data?
Consulting relevant health and safety websites and databases
Analysing the company’s internal financial reports
Reviewing personal social media feeds
Browsing through general news websites
What best describes the concept of a ‘hazard’ in the context of workplace health and safety?
The process of evaluating a company’s financial risks
The method used for team-building activities
A situation or thing that has the potential to harm a person
A tool used for measuring employee performance
How is ‘risk’ best defined in relation to work health and safety (WHS)?
The certainty of a hazard causing harm
The likelihood of harm occurring combined with the potential severity of the harm
The process of improving team productivity
A method for financial investment and return analysis
How are ‘risk factors’ best defined in relation to work health and safety (WHS)?
Elements or conditions that increase the likelihood of a hazard causing harm
The financial implications of business decisions
The efficiency metrics of operational processes
Criteria used for employee performance appraisals
In the context of injury processes, ‘immediate causes’ refer to which of the following?
Long-term strategic business goals
Direct factors leading to an incident, like unsafe actions or conditions
The overall financial impact of the incident
Employee morale and job satisfaction
‘Root causes’ in incident causation typically include which of the following?
Daily fluctuations in stock market prices
General industry trends and forecasts
Employee career development plans
Underlying issues like inadequate safety policies or training
Which of the following WHS organisational policies are typically required for identifying hazards?
Regular social events to boost employee morale
Routine workplace inspections and hazard reporting procedures
Frequent redecoration of the office space
Annual financial auditing
Harm from exposure to workplace hazards is most likely due to which of the following?
Inadequate risk assessment and control measures
Variations in employee work preferences
Changes in organisational leadership
Fluctuations in market trends
What specialised hazard and risk registers might be used by a sport, fitness, aquatic, and recreation organisation?
Event and competition risk register
Sport-specific hazard register
Regular updating of employee contact information
Routine maintenance schedule for office equipment
Which of the following is a key step when responding to a WHS issue?
Immediately implementing a generic solution
Conducting a thorough risk assessment specific to the issue
Postponing action until the next scheduled meeting
Consulting the latest sales data for guidance
