Occupational Health and Safety Quiz

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Which one of the following best defines Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment (correct)
The ongoing ability to maintain health and safety without subverting growth or generativity
The promotion of growth and generativity in the workplace
The prevention of occupational injuries through the use of essential elements

What is the core goal of OHS programs?

To maintain health and safety without subverting growth or generativity
To invest resources into expanding the self beyond its current state
To reduce occupational injury and illness (correct)
To promote growth and generativity in the workplace

Why should employers, employees, and the public care about OHS?

To ensure the health and safety of individuals in the workplace (correct)
To promote growth and generativity in the workplace
To maintain health and safety without subverting growth or generativity
To invest resources into expanding the self beyond its current state

Which one of the following is an example of indirect costs of occupational injuries and illnesses?

Workers compensation rates (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?

Due diligence (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who has a responsibility to learn about and enact safety and health practices according to the text?

Employees (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the barriers to occupational health and safety mentioned in the text?

Employers who focus on safety only when they feel they must (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the direct costs of occupational injury and illness?

Medical care and investigation costs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the indirect costs of occupational injury and illness?

Hidden or soft costs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of prudence to be expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?

Due diligence (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who has a responsibility to learn about and enact safety and health practices?

Employees (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which stakeholder is responsible for preparing a written OHS policy and displaying it prominently in the workplace?

Employers (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which stakeholder is responsible for performing duties and tasks in a safe and responsible manner?

Employees (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which stakeholder is responsible for taking part in the joint OHS committee?

Organized labour (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the commonly perceived barriers to OHS mentioned in the text?

Employers who value production over safety (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of partnerships in overcoming barriers to OHS programs?

Partnerships among stakeholders can help overcome barriers to OHS programs (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is OHS often managed under human resource functions in organizations?

Because it is integrated in other human resource functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the definition of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

The recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a hazard in the context of OHS?

Any source of potential adverse health effect on or damage to something or someone at work (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the core goal of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs?

To reduce occupational injuries and illnesses (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of occupational injury?

A wound or damage to the body resulting from unintentional or intentional exposure to energy or absence of essential elements (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of occupational illness?

Any abnormal condition or disorder caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who are the stakeholders of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Employers, employees, and the public (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the imperatives of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

To protect the health and safety of employees (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the barriers to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) mentioned in the text?

Lack of awareness and training (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of HR and Management in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

To ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?

Due diligence (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which stakeholder is responsible for reporting defective equipment and other workplace hazards to safety professional, joint health and safety committee, or manager?

Employees (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of organized labour in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

To use collective bargaining process to incorporate health and safety provisions in many contracts (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why OHS is often managed under human resource functions in organizations?

It is integrated in other human resource functions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a barrier to OHS mentioned in the text?

Employers who are well-informed about safety concerns (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of partnerships in overcoming barriers to OHS programs?

Partnerships help form effective OHS programs (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the definition of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

The law provides legal rights to safe workplaces for every worker (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of prudence to be expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?

Due diligence (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs?

To provide safe workplaces for every worker (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which stakeholder is responsible for preparing a written OHS policy and displaying it prominently in the workplace?

Employers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key stakeholders in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Government Legislation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a core goal of OHS programs?

Increasing workplace productivity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing a written OHS policy and displaying it prominently in the workplace?

Employers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the commonly perceived barriers to OHS mentioned in the text?

High cost of implementing safety measures (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of HR and Management in OHS?

Promoting employee engagement in safety (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a hazard in the context of OHS?

Any source of potential adverse health effect on or damage or harm to something or someone under certain conditions at work (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the direct costs of occupational injury and illness?

Medical treatment expenses and compensation for lost wages (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the indirect costs of occupational injuries and illnesses?

Reduced productivity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?

Standard of care (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who has a responsibility to learn about and enact safety and health practices?

Employees (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of occupational illness?

Any abnormal condition or disorder caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the definition of OHS?

Recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the core goal of OHS programs?

To reduce occupational injury and illness (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who are the stakeholders of OHS?

Employers, employees, and the public (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the barriers to OHS mentioned in the text?

Lack of awareness and training (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of HR and Management in OHS?

To ensure compliance with OHS regulations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a hazard in the context of OHS?

Any source of potential adverse health effect on or damage or harm to something or someone under certain conditions at work (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the imperatives of OHS?

Ensuring employee well-being (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of occupational injury?

A wound or damage to the body resulting from unintentional or intentional acute exposure to energy or from the acute absence of essential elements caused by a specific event, incident, or series of events within a single workday or shift (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?

To act with caution and take reasonable steps to prevent harm (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why should employers, employees, and the public care about OHS?

To protect the health and safety of workers (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a responsibility of employers in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Taking part in the joint OHS committee (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following stakeholders is responsible for bringing emerging problems and issues in health and safety to the attention of government and employers?

Organized labour (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is an example of an indirect cost of occupational injuries and illnesses?

Workers' compensation rates (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following stakeholders is responsible for conducting knowledge sharing and research in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Workers' compensation boards (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is a commonly perceived barrier to OHS programs?

Employers who are uninformed or lack confidence about safety concerns (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following stakeholders is responsible for taking part in the joint OHS committee?

Organized labour (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the role of partnerships in overcoming barriers to OHS programs?

Partnerships among stakeholders can help overcome barriers to OHS programs (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is the primary reason why OHS is often managed under human resource functions in organizations?

To integrate safety into other HR functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best defines Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

The management of workplace health and safety (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is an example of a direct cost of occupational injuries and illnesses?

Health plans (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT an element included in all OHS legislation?

The right of workers to refuse unsafe work (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a duty or responsibility assigned to employers and others in OHS legislation?

Reporting workplace hazards (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a mandatory component of OHS programming outlined in OHS acts?

General duty provision (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a duty of employers in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Appoint a competent supervisor (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is a duty of the Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC)?

Ensuring workers report hazards to a supervisor (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is a key feature of effective Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC)?

Being empowered in their work (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the role of workers' compensation in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Workers' compensation provides financial support to workers who are injured or become ill on the job. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of guidelines and policies in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

Guidelines and policies provide more specific rules that are not legally enforceable. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an Act in the context of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

An Act is a federal, provincial, or territorial law that constitutes the basic regulatory mechanism for OHS. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which two goals are the main focus of Workers' Comp programs?

Provide services to prevent injuries and reduce psychological impact of injuries (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating injury frequency ratio?

Frequency = (number of injuries / total hours worked) x 200,000 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating injury severity ratio?

Severity = (number of days lost to injuries / total hours worked) x 200,000 (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the formula to calculate the injury severity?

(Total days lost / 600,000) * 200,000 (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the purpose of the experience rating incident insurance premium pricing scheme?

To consider the cost experience of employers (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what information must employers report to the WCB regarding workplace injuries?

Nature of employment relationship, employee's salary and hours of work, nature of incident and injury, extent of time loss and medical treatment (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are the consequences of noncompliance with the act in relation to workplace injuries?

Both A and B (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, who needs to provide information to the WCB in order to process a claim when a worker is injured?

Employer, employee, and physician (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the purpose of workers' compensation?

To give stability to employees (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the "no-fault" system in workers' compensation?

The employee or organization is not at fault for anything (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following best describes the calculation method for compensation rates in workers' compensation?

Based on a percentage of average earnings (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?

The recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment.

What is the core goal of OHS programs?

To reduce occupational injuries and illnesses.