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What is an example of a device used to prevent the preconditions of loss?
What is an example of a device used to prevent the preconditions of loss?
Which of the following best describes an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)?
Which of the following best describes an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)?
Which method is used for the early discovery of loss-producing events?
Which method is used for the early discovery of loss-producing events?
What is a method to limit loss in a safety management context?
What is a method to limit loss in a safety management context?
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Which of the following is NOT a precondition for loss?
Which of the following is NOT a precondition for loss?
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Study Notes
Risk Reduction
- Loss prevention is a key risk reduction strategy, categorized into four types
- Preconditions for loss (e.g., faults in premises)
- Prevention of loss (e.g., safety devices)
- Early discovery of loss-producing events (e.g., sprinklers)
- Limitation of loss (e.g., fire doors)
- Hazard: A condition or property capable of causing injury, illness, or death
- Incident: An event where work-related injury, illness, or fatality occurs (or could have)
- Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS): A system of interconnected elements supporting occupational health and safety objectives
- Risk: An estimate of a hazardous event's likelihood and the severity of the resulting injury
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This quiz explores the key strategies for risk reduction in occupational health and safety management. Learn about loss prevention types, hazard definitions, and the elements of an effective OHSMS. Test your knowledge on incidents and how to mitigate risks in the workplace.
