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Which of the following is NOT a direct factor contributing to accidents in the workplace?

  • Company culture (correct)
  • Equipment used
  • Physical environment
  • Personal characteristics

    • Which age demographic experiences the highest percentage of workplace accidents?

  • 15-34 (correct)
  • 55 and over
  • 45-54
  • 35-44

    • What is the most common reason for accidents occurring within the first three years of someone's job?

  • Lack of communication skills
  • Lack of social awareness
  • Lack of experience (correct)
  • Lack of physical training

    • Which of the following is a potential hazard associated with equipment used in the workplace?

    <p>Poorly designed controls and displays (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that can contribute to heat exhaustion in the workplace?

    <p>Exposure to high temperatures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of insufficient illumination in the workplace?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios can lead to a mechanical hazard?

    <p>Using a poorly maintained piece of machinery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential hazard associated with the physical environment?

    <p>Lack of training on proper lifting techniques (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an "Error of Omission"?

    <p>A nurse forgets to administer a patient's medication. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of conducting an accident/incident investigation?

    <p>To identify and eliminate hazards that led to the accident, preventing future incidents. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a step in an accident/incident investigation?

    <p>Developing a detailed risk management plan for the future. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to visit the accident scene before the physical evidence is disturbed?

    <p>To prevent the destruction of evidence that could help determine the cause of the accident. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective way to reduce human error in repetitive tasks?

    <p>Improving the design of the system or procedure to make it less prone to error. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can experienced clinical lab technicians negatively influence the behavior of inexperienced technicians?

    <p>By failing to demonstrate safe practices, such as wearing gloves and masks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to interview witnesses as soon as possible after an accident?

    <p>To ensure that witness memories are fresh and detailed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Social Environment

    The context in which human behavior is influenced by others.

    Human Errors

    Unintended actions occurring during tasks, often categorized as mistakes or lapses.

    Errors of Omission

    A type of human error where a procedural step is not performed.

    Examples of Omission

    Forgetting to close the gas stove or not shielding during an X-ray.

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    Errors of Commission

    A type of human error where incorrect actions are taken or extra incorrect steps are performed.

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    Examples of Commission

    Administering wrong medication or wrong dosage to a patient.

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    Accident Investigation

    A process to uncover hazards resulting in injuries or illnesses by evaluating accidents.

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    Steps of Investigation

    Processes including visiting the scene, documenting, and interviewing to gather information.

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    Direct factors of incidents

    Factors causing accidents at the workplace, including personal characteristics, job characteristics, equipment used, physical environment, and social environment.

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    Personal characteristics

    Individual traits influencing accident risk like age, gender, experience, stress, and substance use.

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    Job characteristics

    Attributes of the job that may increase accident risk, such as high physical or mental workload.

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    Equipment used

    Tools and machines whose design and usability can contribute to workplace accidents.

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    Physical environment

    Workplace conditions like lighting, noise, temperature, and hazards that can lead to accidents.

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    Electrical hazards

    Risks associated with electricity during maintenance or repairs, like accidentally switching on circuits.

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    Mechanical hazards

    Accidents resulting from machinery, such as cutting, crushing, or breaking injuries.

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    Radiation hazards

    Dangers posed by radioactive materials, affecting human tissue and health.

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    Study Notes

    CLO4: Components of an Effective Health and Safety Management System

    • This learning outcome is about recognizing the components of an effective health and safety management system.

    Factors Contributing to Incidents/Accidents

    • Human factors contribute significantly to incidents and accidents.
    • Direct factors at the workplace need identification.
    • Different types of human errors (omissions and commissions) should be distinguished.
    • Accident/incident investigation components must be analyzed.

    Why Accidents Happen

    • Workplace accidents cause significant disability and death worldwide.
    • The overall cost (financial, physical, and emotional) of workplace accidents is substantial.
    • Accident rates have decreased since World War II due to improved working conditions.
    • However, disabling injuries increased between 1961 and 1971.

    Five Direct Factors Causing Accidents

    • Personal characteristics (age, gender, experience, stress, fatigue, drugs, alcohol)
    • Job characteristics (high physical/mental workload)
    • Equipment used (controls/displays, electrical hazards, mechanical hazards, pressure/toxic substances)
    • Physical environment (illumination, noise/vibration, temperature/humidity, fire hazards, radiation hazards, falls)
    • Social environment (social context, behavior of others)

    Human Factors Contributing to Accidents (Errors)

    • Errors are unintended actions (mistakes, or lapses);
    • They are common in repetitive tasks.
    • Errors can be reduced by designing more user-friendly systems.

    Two Types of Human Errors

    • Errors of Omission: Failure to perform a procedural step.

      • Examples: forgetting to close a gas stove, forgetting to protect body parts during an X-ray.

    • Errors of Commission: Doing extra steps incorrectly or performing a step incorrectly.

      • Examples: administering wrong medication, wrong dosage, to wrong patient, performing wrong surgical procedure.

    Accident/Incident Investigation

    • Accidents occur, and investigation is needed.
    • Investigate to identify hazards that caused the accident or incident.
    • Steps should be taken to prevent future injuries/illnesses.
    • Common questions to ask during investigations include: WHEN did it happen? WHO was involved? WHERE did it happen? WHAT were they doing? WHY did it happen?

    Steps of Accident/Incident Investigation

    • Visit accident scene before evidence is affected.
    • Make visual records (Sketches, Photos, Notes, conditions of area)
    • Preserve accident related items.
    • Identify people who can help determine cause(s).
    • Interview witnesses promptly.
    • Document/review accident information.

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    This quiz covers the essential components of an effective health and safety management system. You will learn about the factors contributing to workplace incidents and why accidents happen, along with an analysis of accident investigation components. Test your knowledge on safety protocols and human factors impacting workplace safety.

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