Introduction to Workplace Safety
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What is the primary purpose of a Safety Management System (SMS)?

  • To provide comprehensive health insurance coverage
  • To increase employee productivity and efficiency
  • To monitor and enforce strict safety regulations
  • To reduce workplace hazards and prevent accidents (correct)
  • Which industries commonly utilize a Safety Management System?

  • Information technology and software development
  • Aviation, petroleum, chemical, and electricity generation (correct)
  • Retail and hospitality industries
  • Finance and banking sectors
  • What is the primary reason for the importance of workplace safety?

  • To reduce operating costs and increase profitability
  • Workers desire a safe and well-protected work environment (correct)
  • To attract and retain skilled employees
  • To comply with government regulations and avoid fines
  • Which of the following is NOT a component of a Safety Management System?

    <p>Employee performance evaluations and promotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'hazard' refer to in the context of safety management?

    <p>A situation that poses a risk of injury or harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of industrial safety?

    <p>To safeguard human life, especially in high-risk industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a general safety norm mentioned for an industrial unit?

    <p>Ignore unsafe conditions and continue working</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of safety management software systems in an organization?

    <p>To record, manage, and analyze safety-related data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following preventive measures is NOT mentioned in the text for preventing accidents?

    <p>Regular safety training for employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of safety management in an organization?

    <p>To ensure better working conditions and job suitability for employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

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