OHS Policy and Workplace Safety Quiz
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What percentage of injuries are attributed to unsafe acts?

  • 20%
  • 50%
  • 80% (correct)
  • 30%

    • Which of the following best represents unsafe conditions that can lead to injuries?

  • Refusal to wear safety gear
  • Inadequate ventilation (correct)
  • Chance taking while operating machinery
  • Working without supervision

    • What is a common example of an unsafe act?

  • Using defective hand tools
  • Entering a confined space without authorization (correct)
  • Inadequate illumination
  • Poor housekeeping practices

    • Which factor contributes the least to workplace injuries according to the provided data?

    <p>Conforming to safety protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a factor that can be corrected relatively easily?

    <p>Substandard housekeeping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one primary goal of the bank's OHS policy?

    <p>Eliminate hazards and reduce OH&amp;S risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is mandated by the bank's OHS policy?

    <p>Awareness of equipment instructions provided by manufacturers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the OHS policy, how should workers be involved?

    <p>Through consultation and participation, including representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of equipment and systems, what does the bank's OHS policy require?

    <p>Providing equipment and safe systems of work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 Standards relate to in the context of the OHS policy?

    <p>Maintaining quality and occupational health and safety standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the conditions necessary for a fire to occur?

    <p>Fuel, oxygen, and a source of ignition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT classified as a common workplace hazard?

    <p>Emotional hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What formula depicts the relationship between hazards, exposure, and accidents?

    <p>HAZARD + EXPOSURE = ACCIDENT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a physical hazard in the workplace?

    <p>Exposure to loud noises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hazard category includes substances that can cause harm through biological processes?

    <p>Biological hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a primary cause of death in fires?

    <p>Asphyxiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT a part of the fire triangle?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of oxygen is typically found in normal air?

    <p>21%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the fire tetrahedron add to the traditional fire triangle?

    <p>Chemical reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common cause of management failure during a fire?

    <p>Locked exit doors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a characteristic of fuel materials that can support burning?

    <p>Have sufficient oxygen within their makeup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main features leading to negligence in fire safety?

    <p>No warning or warning too late</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant environmental factor contributing to fire hazards?

    <p>Availability of flammable materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is classified as a gas fuel type?

    <p>Hydrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary principle behind fire extinction when using a fire extinguisher?

    <p>Removing the heat element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of fire would Petrol, Kerosene, and Alcohol likely fall under?

    <p>Class B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the wrong type of fire extinguisher is used on a fire?

    <p>It may increase the intensity of the fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a principle of fire extinction?

    <p>Removing fuel sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition should an individual not attempt to fight a fire?

    <p>When they have untested equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of fuel is categorized under solids?

    <p>Paint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle involves reducing the oxygen supply to extinguish a fire?

    <p>Smothering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for a bleeding casualty?

    <p>Ask them to apply pressure while you call for help.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum alcohol percentage recommended for hand sanitizers?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recommended precaution when providing first aid?

    <p>Place your ear to the person's mouth to check for breathing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which number should you call for help in specific emergency situations?

    <p>767 for External Emergency Nos.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done immediately after any contact with a person?

    <p>Wash your hands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common method to ensure safety when assisting a casualty?

    <p>Make sure to wear a face mask plus gloves and apron.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of frequent surface cleaning during emergencies?

    <p>It prevents the spread of infections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which practice increases physical safety during the COVID pandemic?

    <p>Maintaining physical distance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Introduction to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

    • Occupational health and safety at UBA (United Bank for Africa) was discussed in a presentation dated October 2021
    • The presentation emphasizes the need for change in response to a rapidly changing world
    • Peter Drucker's quote highlights the danger of using yesterday's logic in today's circumstances

    Definition of Health

    • Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity

    Definition of Safety

    • Safety is the freedom from interactions that could cause accidents related to equipment, methods, or the surrounding environment

    Definition of Environment

    • The environment in which an organization operates includes air, water, land, natural resources, flora, fauna, humans, and their interrelationships

    Reasons for HSE

    • Social Obligation: HSE is crucial for ethical and responsible business practices
    • Corporate Image: Positive HSE practices build a good reputation
    • Economic Benefits: Proactive HSE avoids costly accidents and downtime
    • Legal Reasons: Regulations and laws mandate certain HSE standards

    Occupational Accidents: Causes

    • Unsafe Acts: 80% of workplace injuries result from unsafe actions by individuals. Difficult to mitigate, focusing on individual behavior. Examples include not wearing proper safety gear, taking unnecessary risks, and working without authorization
    • Unsafe Conditions: 20% of workplace injuries are attributed to unsafe working conditions. These can be mitigated by correcting physical or mechanical flaws like poorly maintained equipment, lack of ventilation, or inadequate lighting.
    • Unsafe Act: Incorrect actions or behaviours
    • Unsafe Condition: Deficiencies in equipment or environment
    • Near-Miss: An incident that did not result in injury
    • Accident: An incident that results in injury
    • Minor Injury: A slightly serious injury
    • Major Injury: More severe injury
    • Fatality: A death resulting from an accident

    Employer's General Duties

    • Provide a safe workplace
    • Provide training and instruction to employees
    • Ensure equipment and systems of work are safe
    • Supervisors must provide appropriate oversight

    Employee Duties at UBA

    • Switch off electrical appliances when not in use
    • Report unsafe acts/conditions to their immediate superior
    • Comply with the Bank's OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) policy
    • Comply with appropriate regulatory standards
    • Maintain the bank's ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards

    UBA's HSE Policy Outline

    • Fulfil legal obligations, especially relating to OH&S.
    • Reduce OH&S risks by proactively eliminating hazards.
    • Continually improve safety protocols.
    • Workers and representatives must be consulted and participate in HSE.

    Workplace Hazards

    • Psychosocial: Stress and mental wellbeing at work
    • Ergonomic: Aspects of the workplace that put strain on the body
    • Biological: Hazards related to living organisms (bacteria, viruses, etc.)
    • Workplace Hazards: Dangers like falling objects, machinery, electrical hazards, and chemical exposures
    • Chemical: Hazardous substances like poisons, flammable chemicals
    • Physical: Dangers like heat, cold, radiation, and noise

    Fire Triangle

    • A visual representation of the three elements needed for a fire: heat, fuel, and oxygen.

    Fire Hazards

    • The presentation highlights various types of fires (Classes A, B, C, D, and K) and appropriate extinguisher uses

    Fire Effects

    • Fires can cause harm to people, damage to properties, environmental impact, and harm to organizational reputation

    Causes of Death in Fires

    • Smoke inhalation, burns, falling, panic, or trying to escape. Also, management failure, ignorance, and acts of nature (e.g., lightning strikes.)

    Fire Extinguisher Principles:

    • Ways to limit or extinguish a fire using different methods such as removing the fuel source, limiting oxygen supply or cooling the fire down.

    Emergency Response Procedures

    • Emergency contact numbers
    • Fire action procedures
    • Assembly points
    • Safe evacuation procedures

    COVID-19 Safety Protocol at Workplace

    • Emphasize social distancing, frequent handwashing, and mandatory mask-wearing

    Colors and Shapes for Safety

    • Introduction of color and icons used for safety and emergency protocols

    Final Message

    • The importance of establishing a safe workspace, using proper exit strategies and procedures is stressed.

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    Test your knowledge on the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and related workplace safety standards. This quiz covers various aspects of unsafe acts, conditions leading to injuries, and the goals of OHS policies as applied in banking and other sectors. Are you aware of the common hazards and the standards that govern workplace safety?

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