Introduction to Health & Safety in Industry Quiz

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What is safety?

Freedom from accident

Freedom from all risks

Being protected from danger, risk, or injury (correct)

Control of hazards and accidents in the workplace

Which best describes safety management objective?

Avoid equipment breakdowns

Enhance environmental pollution

Reduce production losses

Prevent human injury or loss of life (correct)

What is an accident?

An undesired circumstance causing illhealth or injury (correct)

A near miss or close call

An occurrence that interrupts the normal progress of any activity

A situation where no harm occurs

What does an incident refer to?

Near misses that could cause accidents Signup and view all the answers

In safety terms, what does 'near-miss' mean?

An incident where no harm occurs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of safety management?

To prevent accidents and incidents Signup and view all the answers

What is the main legal obligation that organizations have when it comes to preventing accidents and ill-health?

To comply with occupational safety and health standards Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of accidents are caused by unsafe acts rather than unsafe conditions?

90% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason given in the text for why organizations should prevent accidents?

To protect the well-being of employees Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between reported accidents and near-misses according to the text?

For every accident reported, there are 600 near-misses Signup and view all the answers

What is the main financial reason given in the text for why organizations should prevent accidents?

To avoid the costs associated with accidents Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you encounter an unsafe condition or act?

Report it to your supervisor immediately Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should you avoid doing at work?

Performing tasks you are not trained or authorized for Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are taking medication that makes you sleepy or affects your vision?

Inform your supervisor about the medication Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you witness a near-miss incident?

Report it to your supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions demonstrates being accountable for safety in the workplace?

Cleaning up spills immediately and keeping the work area organized Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to accident prevention?

You, the individual worker, and your commitment to safety Signup and view all the answers

What are the two primary causes of accidents according to the text?

Unsafe acts and unsafe conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of an unsafe act given in the text?

Conducting a risk assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an unsafe condition?

Damaged tool or equipment Signup and view all the answers

What are the two factors that usually result in unsafe conditions and unsafe acts according to the text?

Personal factors and job factors Signup and view all the answers

What are the three stages mentioned in the text for preventing future accidents after an accident occurs?

Accident response, accident investigation, and corrective actions Signup and view all the answers

What is the first priority when responding to an accident?

Tending to any injured workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Accident Investigation according to the text?

To determine the cause of the accident and prevent future occurrences Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step mentioned in the text after an Accident Investigation?

Implementing corrective actions Signup and view all the answers

What are the three elements of a Job Safety Analysis?

Sequence of job steps, potential hazards, and actions to prevent hazards Signup and view all the answers