Risk Assessment Process Quiz

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What is the primary goal of risk assessment?

To identify potential risks and address them proactively (correct)
To ensure compliance with industry regulations
To increase organizational revenue
To eliminate all risks completely

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a key step in the risk assessment process?

Risk identification
Risk elimination (correct)
Risk evaluation
Risk analysis

What is the purpose of risk analysis in the risk assessment process?

To eliminate all risks completely
To implement strategies for risk mitigation
To identify potential risks
To determine the likelihood and potential impact of identified risks (correct)

Which of the following fields does NOT typically involve risk assessment?

Retail sales (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of prioritizing risks based on their severity and likelihood?

It allows organizations to allocate resources efficiently and effectively (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of chemical hazard based on physical properties?

Toxicity (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a chemical with flammability hazard?

Gasoline (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chemicals is NOT listed as an example of an explosive hazard?

Diesel fuel (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is a potential consequence of the reactivity hazard of certain chemicals?

Both toxic gas releases and explosions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

Most chemicals are safe when handled appropriately. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, in which of the following areas are chemicals NOT used?

Space exploration (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method commonly used for identifying chemical hazards?

Conducting surveys among chemical plant workers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of risk assessment?

To evaluate the potential harm caused by a chemical hazard (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a risk management strategy mentioned in the passage?

Providing personal protective equipment (PPE) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

To provide detailed information about chemical properties and recommended safety measures (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a chronic health effect mentioned in the passage?

Cancer (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the difference between acute and chronic health effects of chemical exposure?

Acute effects are caused by short-term exposure, while chronic effects are caused by long-term exposure (D) Signup and view all the answers