WorksheetsWorkplace Health and Safety
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Importance of hazard awareness for workers
It helps prevent accidents and injuries.
It increases productivity without safety measures.
It allows workers to ignore safety protocols.
It has no impact on workplace safety.
Example of head, eye, or face protection equipment
Hard hat, safety glasses, or face shield.
Earplugs, gloves, or respirators.
Knee pads, steel-toed boots, or harnesses.
Reflective vests, safety cones, or warning signs.
Responsibility for worker health and safety on the job
Only employers are responsible.
Only employees are responsible.
Both employers and employees share responsibility.
Health and safety is the responsibility of the government.
Pre-use inspection of PPE
Inspect it for damage and ensure proper fit.
Check for the manufacturer's label only.
Ensure it is clean and dry without checking for damage.
Store it in a safe place without inspection.
First step in controlling workplace hazards
Identify the hazard.
Eliminate the hazard.
Report the hazard to a supervisor.
Ignore the hazard.
PPE usage requirement
PPE must always be used when required.
PPE is optional in all situations.
PPE should only be used in emergencies.
PPE is only necessary for certain tasks.
PPE stands for
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Prevention Equipment
Professional Protective Equipment
Personal Performance Equipment
Meaning of 'refusal of unsafe work'
A worker can refuse tasks they believe are dangerous without punishment.
A worker must complete all assigned tasks regardless of safety concerns.
A worker can only refuse work if they have a doctor's note.
A worker can refuse work only if it is explicitly stated in their contract.
Reason safety training is required for all employees
To ensure they understand hazards and how to protect themselves.
To increase productivity and efficiency in the workplace.
To comply with government regulations only.
To reduce the need for personal protective equipment.
Employer’s responsibility regarding PPE
Provide appropriate PPE and training at no cost to workers.
Only provide PPE if requested by the worker.
Require workers to purchase their own PPE.
Provide PPE but charge a fee for training.
Importance of communication in health and safety
It ensures hazards are reported and safety information is shared.
It reduces the need for training and education.
It allows employees to work independently without supervision.
It eliminates all workplace accidents and injuries.
Three types of workplace hazards
Physical, chemical, biological
Mechanical, electrical, thermal
Psychological, social, environmental
Chemical, ergonomic, financial
Four main rights of workers in safety awareness programs
The right to know, participate, refuse unsafe work, and protection from reprisal.
The right to work overtime without pay.
The right to choose their own safety equipment.
The right to ignore safety regulations if they feel safe.
Ultimate goal of workplace safety awareness
To keep workers healthy, safe, and productive.
To increase company profits at all costs.
To reduce the number of employees in the workplace.
To ensure that all employees work overtime.
Role of supervisors in workplace safety
They enforce safety policies and ensure workers follow safe practices.
They are responsible for hiring new employees only.
They focus solely on productivity and efficiency.
They handle all financial aspects of the company.
Wearing PPE eliminates all risks
True, PPE eliminates all risks.
False, PPE reduces but does not eliminate risks.
PPE is not necessary for safety.
Wearing PPE increases risks.
Meaning of 'right to know' in worker safety
Workers must be informed of hazards and trained on safe practices.
Workers have the right to refuse any job they dislike.
Workers are entitled to a minimum wage regardless of safety conditions.
Workers can choose their own safety equipment without training.
Main purpose of workplace health and safety programs
To enhance productivity and efficiency.
To protect workers from injury and illness.
To reduce operational costs.
To improve employee satisfaction.
Action to take if you see an unsafe condition at work
Ignore it and continue working.
Report it immediately to a supervisor.
Discuss it with your coworkers first.
Wait for someone else to report it.
Worker’s responsibility regarding PPE
Wear it correctly and care for it properly.
Only wear it when necessary.
Ignore it if it feels uncomfortable.
Use it only during training sessions.
