wayground logo

Free Printable Worksheets

Font size

S
M
L
XL
Worksheets

Occupational Health and Safety Quiz

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Occupational health primarily deals with:

a)

Productivity of workers

b)

Financial benefits

c)

Health and safety of workers at the workplace

d)

Worker’s education

2.

The main socio-economic reason for ensuring safety at work is to:

a)

Reduce wages

b)

Increase accidents

c)

Prevent loss of manpower and productivity

d)

Avoid labor unions

3.

Musculoskeletal disorders are mainly caused by:

a)

Noise exposure

b)

Repetitive strain or poor posture

c)

Chemical fumes

d)

Food contamination

4.

Which of the following is an occupational lung disease?

a)

Asthma

b)

Silicosis

c)

Tuberculosis

d)

Bronchitis

5.

Carcinogens are substances that cause:

a)

Allergic reactions

b)

Cancer

c)

Bone fractures

d)

Skin irritation only

6.

The study of toxic materials used in work environments is known as:

a)

Physiology

b)

Toxicology

c)

Pathology

d)

Hygiene

7.

The permissible exposure limits (PEL) of a chemical refer to:

a)

The minimum dose required for effect

b)

The safe concentration limit for exposure

c)

The maximum toxic level for laboratory use

d)

The fatal concentration level

8.

Asbestosis is caused by inhalation of:

a)

Cement dust

b)

Asbestos fibers

c)

Carbon dioxide

d)

Metal dust

9.

Industrial hygiene aims to:

a)

Improve production rate

b)

Prevent workplace hazards and diseases

c)

Control labor cost

d)

Train engineers

10.

Hearing impairment in industry is mainly due to:

a)

Heat

b)

Noise pollution

c)

Poor lighting

d)

Dust

11.

Which of the following is not a chemical hazard?

a)

Vapors

b)

Fumes

c)

Viruses

d)

Gases

12.

Control of dust exposure can be achieved by:

a)

Increasing temperature

b)

Ventilation and wet methods

c)

Allowing open air dispersion

d)

Reducing lighting

13.

The term "biohazard" refers to:

a)

Chemical risk

b)

Biological risk from microorganisms

c)

Radioactive waste

d)

Noise pollution

14.

Fungal agents are classified under:

a)

Physical hazards

b)

Chemical hazards

c)

Biological hazards

d)

Mechanical hazards

15.

Exposure to toxic vapors can primarily affect the:

a)

Muscles

b)

Respiratory system

c)

Digestive system

d)

Circulatory system

16.

Which regulation is related to the control of noise levels in workplaces?

a)

Water Act

b)

OSHA noise standards

c)

Air Pollution Act

d)

Factory Act 1920

17.

Biological agents include:

a)

Fungi and bacteria

b)

Steam and vapor

c)

Dust and mist

d)

All of the above

18.

Exposure to high levels of noise may cause:

a)

Memory loss

b)

Hearing damage

c)

Lung disease

d)

Eye irritation

19.

Control of biological hazards in the workplace can be achieved by:

a)

Regular disinfection and protective equipment

b)

Increasing humidity

c)

Using perfumes

d)

Keeping air stagnant

20.

Toxic fumes from welding are controlled by:

a)

Proper ventilation and respirators

b)

Wearing gloves

c)

Using earplugs

d)

Drinking water

21.

Scaffolding should be:

a)

Built on uneven ground

b)

Properly braced and inspected regularly

c)

Made of any available material

d)

Used without handrails

22.

Electrical shock can occur due to:

a)

Proper insulation

b)

Wet conditions and faulty wiring

c)

Low voltage safety devices

d)

Regular inspection

23.

Voltage fluctuations can be prevented by:

a)

Earthing and surge protectors

b)

Overloading circuits

c)

Removing insulation

d)

Using damaged cables

24.

Excavation work safety mainly focuses on:

a)

Wall support and proper shoring

b)

Lighting only

c)

Painting of tools

d)

Using excess water

25.

Radiation hazard includes:

a)

X-rays and gamma rays

b)

Visible light

c)

Sound waves

d)

Electric current

26.

One major effect of radiation on human health is:

a)

Skin tanning

b)

Genetic mutation

c)

Muscle cramps

d)

Fatigue

27.

Disposal of radioactive waste must be done by:

a)

Open dumping

b)

Controlled storage and shielding

c)

Mixing with general waste

d)

Burning

28.

Electrical hazards are minimized through:

a)

Proper insulation and circuit breakers

b)

Poor wiring

c)

Metal flooring

d)

Wet conditions

29.

Construction safety helmets are used to protect against:

a)

Noise

b)

Falling objects

c)

Radiation

d)

Dust

30.

Welding safety includes:

a)

Eye protection and proper ventilation

b)

Open flames without supervision

c)

Avoiding protective gear

d)

Working barefoot

31.

The main source of industrial air pollution is:

a)

Emission of gases and particulates

b)

Road transport only

c)

Domestic waste

d)

Agricultural waste

32.

Ozone layer depletion is mainly caused by:

a)

CFCs

b)

Carbon dioxide

c)

Nitrogen

d)

Methane

33.

Clean coal technology is developed to:

a)

Increase ash production

b)

Reduce air pollutants from combustion

c)

Reduce coal prices

d)

Eliminate carbon completely

34.

Effluent quality standards refer to:

a)

Noise levels

b)

Wastewater discharge parameters

c)

Air emission limits

d)

Light intensity

35.

Water pollution can cause:

a)

Skin diseases and gastrointestinal problems

b)

Hair loss

c)

Eye color change

d)

Fatigue only

36.

Solid waste management involves:

a)

Dumping waste into rivers

b)

Waste characterization, recycling, and reuse

c)

Open burning

d)

Deep well injection

37.

Health hazards of air pollutants include:

a)

Respiratory problems

b)

Bone fractures

c)

Hearing loss

d)

Head lice

38.

Depletion of the ozone layer results in:

a)

Increased UV radiation on Earth

b)

More rainfall

c)

Decreased temperature

d)

Reduced sunlight

39.

Waste recycling helps in:

a)

Increasing pollution

b)

Conservation of resources

c)

Reducing employment

d)

Increasing landfill volume

40.

Industrial water pollutants include:

a)

Heavy metals and organic compounds

b)

Dust

c)

Noise

d)

Vapors

41.

The main benefit of a safety inspection is:

a)

Identifying unsafe acts and conditions

b)

Finding new employees

c)

Reducing supervision

d)

Increasing overtime

42.

First-aid appliances are essential to:

a)

Provide immediate treatment before medical help

b)

Replace hospitals

c)

Store hazardous chemicals

d)

Record attendance

43.

Rest rooms and lunch rooms contribute to:

a)

Worker comfort and efficiency

b)

Reduced productivity

c)

Increased fatigue

d)

Higher noise

44.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes:

a)

Helmets, gloves, safety shoes, goggles

b)

Uniforms only

c)

Office furniture

d)

Stationery

45.

Conservation of natural resources involves:

a)

Reuse and recycling

b)

Overexploitation

c)

Waste dumping

d)

Pollution

46.

Individual participation in pollution prevention means:

a)

Responsible waste disposal and eco-friendly behavior

b)

Ignoring community policies

c)

Avoiding segregation

d)

Overconsumption

47.

Water pollution can be controlled by:

a)

Effluent treatment plants

b)

Dumping sewage directly

c)

Using more detergents

d)

Allowing oil discharge

48.

Safety culture at the workplace develops by:

a)

Regular training and awareness

b)

Ignoring near misses

c)

Overworking employees

d)

Avoiding supervision

49.

The use of PPE is mandatory when:

a)

There is potential exposure to hazards

b)

No hazard exists

c)

Worker prefers

d)

Only visitors are present

50.

Environmental safety at the workplace aims to:

a)

Minimize pollution and resource wastage

b)

Increase consumption

c)

Focus only on profit

d)

Ignore waste management