18 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a type of environmental impact caused by disasters?
Increase in employment opportunities
Which of the following is a biological impact of disasters?
Epidemic to people, flora and fauna
What is the purpose of hazard identification?
To determine all physical and nonphysical agents in the workplace or specific environment
Which of the following is a method for hazard identification?
Conducting a risk assessment
Which of the following is a key factor in determining a community's resilience?
The community's ability to reduce vulnerability by reducing risk
What is the primary purpose of risk assessment?
To identify all potential hazards in a community
What is the primary factor that determines physical vulnerability?
Population density and settlement location
Which type of vulnerability is caused by the inability of people, organizations, and societies to prevent severe effects from hazards due to social factors?
Social vulnerability
What is the primary factor that determines economic vulnerability?
Economic status of individuals, communities, and nations
Which type of vulnerability is caused by the depletion and destruction of natural resources?
Environmental vulnerability
What is the term used to describe the combination of social and economic vulnerability?
Socioeconomic vulnerability
Which type of vulnerability is most directly related to the potential impact of hazards on living organisms?
Environmental vulnerability
What is the primary purpose of risk assessment?
To identify and prioritize hazards based on their probability and potential impact
Which of the following is NOT a method for hazard identification mentioned in the text?
Conducting safety simulations
What is the purpose of reviewing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) during hazard identification?
To obtain information on potential harm and precautions for hazardous substances
After identifying and assessing risks, what is the next step in the risk assessment process?
Implement necessary changes to mitigate the risks
What is the purpose of conducting hazard and risk surveys during hazard identification?
To interview people about their safety concerns in the workplace
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential change to mitigate risks in the text?
Providing employee safety training
Test your knowledge on risk assessment and hazard identification by understanding the steps involved. Learn how to prioritize hazards by considering the probability and severity of impact, including methods like observation and referring to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) for information.
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