WorksheetsEmergency And Accident Response
Total questions: 47
Worksheet time: 26mins
A common ergonomic practice to reduce injuries is to __________.
Replace power tools with safer hand tools
Use fixed height workstations to standardize motion
Rotate tasks among employees
Design processes so employees pull rather than push objects
A consequence of work stations with poorly designed ergonomics is __________.
Poor posture
Back injury
Eye strain
Repetitive motion injuries
A flood is an example of a(n) __________.
Human-caused emergency
Unusual event
Environment emergency
Incident
A safe work place begins by designing in safety by creating a(n) (a) .
A trained ________ is responsible for making sure no one is injured during a lift.
Operator
Loader
Hoist master
Rigger
A ________ is a manually operated forklift.
Pallet jack
Hand truck
Dolly
Pry truck
A ________ or skid is a raised platform that provides a load surface with clearance for forklift forks.
Pallet
Foundation
Floor
A(n) __________ is an unexpected occurrence that requires immediate attention.
Emergency
Action
Event
Incident
After exposure to most chemicals the eyes should be flushed continuously for __________ minutes.
1
5
30
15
An accident investigation is used to __________.
Punish those responsible for an accident
Determine who caused an accident
Protect the company against lawsuits
Avoid recurrence of the same accident
An emergency action plan is a document that includes instructions for shutting down machinery and other systems in the event of a(n) ___________.
Evacuation alarm
Medical emergency
Hostile action
Natural disaster
Because the load is high and forward of the center of gravity, forklifts are prone to ___________.
Rocking from side to side
Slipping on smooth flooring
Tip-overs
Spinning wheels
Evacuation routes are generally posted in ___________.
In each room of the building
In the main lobby of the building
Only in confined spaces
Near emergency exits
Extension ladders should be leaned against a wall with about a(n) __________ ratio of length to distance from the wall.
1:1
2:1
3:1
4:1
Eyewash stations and showers are located __________.
Near where caustics and acids are used
At random places around the plant
Near rest rooms
In the emergency preparedness office
Forklifts, pallet jacks, and dollies are examples of __________ material handling equipment.
Manual
Power
Automatic
Local
Gas cylinders should be tested every __________ years.
2
20
If an employee discovers a fire, their first response should be to __________.
Sound the fire alarm
Use an extinguisher to put out the fire
Immediately leave the building
Call 911
If an employee is injured or ill, the __________ evaluates the situation.
Area supervisor
Emergency medical technician
Designated first responder
Coworker
In the event of an evacuation alarm, employees should __________.
Shutdown their machines and leave the building
Wait for instructions from their supervisor
Shutdown their machines and remain in place
Immediately leave the building
Key steps to safe handling of gas cylinders include ___________.
Once a cylinder is empty the cap may be discarded
Chain cylinders upright so they do not tip over
Store oxygen and acetylene tanks together away from other gasses
Leave regulators on when moving gas cylinders so they will be ready to use quickly
Lifting equipment must be operated within its ___________.
Nominal Load Limit
Maximum Load Limit
Safe Weight Limit
Working Load Limit
Missing or damaged work station personal protective equipment (PPE) should ___________.
Be patched up to make do
Be purchased by the employee
Removed from the equipment list
Reported to a supervisor
Open-end, box-end, and ratchet are all ___________.
Pliers
Wrenches
Hammers
Saws
OSHA requires elevated work surfaces to have guards if the surface is __________ above ground.
16 feet (5 meters)
8 feet (2.4 meters)
4 feet (1.2 meters)
10 feet (3 meters)
OSHA requires forklifts be inspected __________.
Monthly
Following any repair
Daily
Weekly
OSHA requires that a person who operates a forklift __________.
Be trained and certified
Have a valid automobile driver's license
Be at least 21 years of age
Power tools are more dangerous than hand tools because __________.
They are connected to a power source
Are by nature difficult to operate
They operate at higher speeds and forces
Are heavier and bulkier than their hand tool counterpart
The contents of a gas cylinder are only determined by __________.
Type of service valve
The color of the tank
Reading the cylinder label
Opening the valve and smelling the gas
The first step in safe hand tool use is __________.
Alter tools to fit a task
Only use a tool for its intended use
Be cautious using worn or damaged hand tools
Wear the proper personal protection equipment
The leading cause of accidents with hand tools is improper use of __________.
Hammers
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Saws
Tools operated electrically or by pneumatic power are classified as __________ tools.
Power
Hand
Handyman
Mechanic
Typically, after an accident report is submitted a(n) __________.
What protection does a metatarsal guard provide?
Foot protection
Shin protection
Arm protection
Face protection
When lifting objects, __________.
Keep your feet close together
Keep your head up and back straight
Bend at your waist and lift with your back
Twist your back to turn
When walking through a production area __________.
Step around any spills to avoid slipping and falling
Remember that pedestrians have the right of way over vehicles
Take short cuts under barriers to minimize time in walkways
Follow all walkway markings
Which classification of hardhat is designed for use in areas of low clearance and provides minimal impact resistance or protection from electrical hazards?
Class B
Class C
Class A
Bump Caps
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of wearing PPE designed for your hands?
Reduced chafing
Protection against splinters
Increased hand perspiration
Improved grip
Which of the following PPE items is synthetic material used for?
Firefighter's suit
Sanitation aprons
None of the above
Chemical gloves
All of the above
Which type of ear protection is molded to fit your unique ear?
Silicone earplug
Pre-formed earplug
Earmuff
Waxed cotton earplug
Wrenches, screwdrivers and hammers are examples of __________ tools.
Power
Handyman
Hand
Mechanic
__________ is the process of lifting loads using hoists and cranes.
Load management
Palletizing
Rigging
Hoisting
A disposable air-purifying mask is an effective protection device to wear in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere.
True
False
Arm coverings can NOT protect you from cuts or puncture wounds.
True
False
Eye and face protection must protect you from the specific hazards that you may encounter in your workplace.
True
False
Hard hats are NOT designed to protect you from electrical shock.
True
False
Smoke inhalation can cause serious lung tissue damage.
True
False
