#1
Which of the following best defines Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)?
A set of standards and guidelines for managing workplace safety.
ExplanationDefines OH&S as standards and guidelines for workplace safety.
#2
Which of the following is an example of an ergonomic risk in the workplace?
Incorrect lifting techniques
ExplanationExample: Incorrect lifting techniques.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common chemical hazard in the workplace?
Carbon dioxide
ExplanationNot common chemical hazard: Carbon dioxide.
#4
What is the most common type of injury in the workplace?
Sprains and strains
ExplanationMost common injury: Sprains and strains.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a part of the OSHA standards for Hazardous Communication?
Chemical hazard assessment
ExplanationNot part: Chemical hazard assessment.
#6
Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard in the workplace?
Noise
ExplanationExample: Noise.
#7
What is the primary goal of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?
To identify and control hazards in the workplace.
ExplanationPrimary goal: Identify and control hazards.
#8
What is the primary purpose of an OH&S program?
To reduce the number of workplace injuries and illnesses.
ExplanationPrimary purpose: Reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.
#9
Which of the following is an example of a workplace hazard?
A frayed electrical cord.
ExplanationExample: Frayed electrical cord.
#10
What is the primary responsibility of an OH&S officer?
To conduct regular inspections and audits of the workplace.
ExplanationPrimary responsibility: Inspections and audits of workplace.
#11
What is a hazard control hierarchy used for in OH&S?
To establish a systematic approach for controlling workplace hazards.
ExplanationEstablishes systematic approach for hazard control.
#12
What is the role of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) in OH&S?
To address employee concerns about safety and health.
ExplanationRole: Address employee concerns on safety and health.
#13
In OH&S, what is the purpose of an incident investigation?
To identify contributing factors and prevent future incidents.
ExplanationPurpose: Identify contributing factors and prevent future incidents.
#14
What is the primary purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the workplace?
To minimize the risk of accidents
ExplanationPrimary purpose: Minimize risk of accidents.
#15
What is the primary goal of a safety management system?
To prevent accidents and injuries
ExplanationPrimary goal: Prevent accidents and injuries.
#16
What does the term 'ergonomic injury' commonly refer to?
An injury caused by repetitive tasks.
ExplanationRefers to injury from repetitive tasks.
#17
What is the primary purpose of an OH&S policy?
To establish procedures for hazard reporting and control.
ExplanationPrimary purpose: Establish procedures for hazard reporting and control.
#18
What is the primary goal of an OH&S audit?
To assess the overall effectiveness of the OH&S program.
ExplanationPrimary goal: Assess overall effectiveness of OH&S program.
#19
What is the role of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in promoting OH&S?
To create international standards for OH&S.
ExplanationRole: Create international standards for OH&S.
#20
What is the purpose of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?
To identify potential workplace hazards for mitigation.
ExplanationIdentifies workplace hazards for mitigation.
#21
Which of the following is NOT considered a potential outcome of poor OH&S practices?
Improved employee morale.
ExplanationNot considered outcome: Improved employee morale.
#22
In OH&S, what does the term 'ergonomics' refer to?
The study of human comfort and efficiency in the workplace.
ExplanationRefers to study of human comfort and efficiency.
#23
What is the key difference between occupational health and safety?
Occupational health focuses on physical and mental health while safety focuses on hazards and accidents.
ExplanationDifference: Health vs. hazards and accidents.
#24
In OH&S, what is the term 'risk assessment' used for?
To identify hazards and evaluate their risk.
ExplanationUsed to identify hazards and evaluate risk.
#25
What is the purpose of an OH&S risk assessment?
To identify potential workplace hazards.
ExplanationPurpose: Identify potential workplace hazards.