Safety Management Systems Overview
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Which aspect of workplace design focuses on the interaction between employees and their work environment?

  • Facilities
  • Automation
  • Procurement
  • Human factors (correct)

    • What is one primary goal of a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP®)?

  • To promote environmental degradation
  • To achieve optimum control over hazards (correct)
  • To reduce the number of employees
  • To implement profit-driven strategies

    • Which of the following technologies is considered emerging and may impact workplace safety?

  • Industrial ovens
  • Fax machines
  • Manual lawn mowers
  • IoT (Internet of Things) (correct)

    • In which work setting is it crucial to understand the risks associated with working alone?

    <p>In remote or isolated locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key focus area in injury prevention within workplace design?

    <p>Reducing workplace hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage range for Case Based Questions on the exam?

    <p>25 – 35%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category has the highest percentage of questions on the exam?

    <p>Safety Management Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage range for Ethical questions on the exam?

    <p>8 - 13%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are Independent Questions distributed in the exam percentage?

    <p>65 - 75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which category would you find questions regarding the identification and assessment of hazards?

    <p>Hazard and Risks: Identification and Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of questions on the exam is comprised of Hazard and Risks: Controls and Mitigation?

    <p>17 - 22%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which competency category would cover the understanding of causational factors related to workplace hazards?

    <p>Hazard and Risks: Identification and Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of emergency preparedness focuses on maintaining essential functions during a crisis?

    <p>Business continuity plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is crucial in establishing a corporate crisis management strategy?

    <p>Chain of command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary focus of workplace health promotion initiatives?

    <p>Community service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which psychosocial hazard is associated with an increased risk of mental health issues in the workplace?

    <p>Psychological violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant outcome of effectively implemented employee and family assistance programs?

    <p>Reduced employee absenteeism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element of preparedness plans aims to address potential emergencies before they occur?

    <p>Mitigation strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor in the workplace can have a direct impact on organizational well-being?

    <p>Workplace culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of stress and fatigue management programs in the workplace?

    <p>Enhance employee well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is classified as an occupational illness related to environmental factors?

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

    What does HRCM6 specifically address in the context of hazards?

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

    Which of the following is a method used to establish the pass mark for examinations?

    <p>Modified-Angoff method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting a pass mark for an examination?

    <p>To reflect the content difficulty and candidate performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT covered in the domain of THSS5 regarding occupational illness?

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

    What does HRCM4 specifically focus on?

    <p>Effectiveness of controls for biological hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is mentioned as holding a Reciprocal Agreement with the Board?

    <p>Institute for Occupational Safety and Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of THSS10?

    <p>Occupational hygiene measurement and sampling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What statistical concept is NOT associated with THSS9?

    <p>Action levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes exposure limits mentioned in THSS12?

    <p>Maximum safe concentrations of chemicals in the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary consideration in establishing a pass mark for examinations?

    <p>Difficulty of test questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which edition of 'Occupational Health & Safety: Theory, Strategy and Industry Practice' is published in 2023?

    <p>5th Edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the authors of 'Health Promotion in the Workplace'?

    <p>Michael O’Donnell &amp; Associates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the 'Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling Chemicals'?

    <p>Standardizing chemical hazard communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reference discusses the interaction between Human Resources Management and Occupational Health and Safety?

    <p>Interaction Between Human Resources Management and OHS – Research Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What edition is 'Fitting the Human: Introduction to Ergonomics' currently at?

    <p>7th Edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization published the 'ISO 26000 Guidance on Social Responsibility'?

    <p>International Organization for Standardization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which author wrote the 'Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene'?

    <p>B.A. Plog &amp; P. Quinlan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What edition of the 'Fire Safety Management Handbook' is the latest?

    <p>3rd Edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which publication covers ethics and professional practice in relation to Occupational Health and Safety?

    <p>OHS Body of Knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the 'Health, Safety and Environment Systems Auditing' book?

    <p>Design fundamentals and applications for health and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Examination Blueprint

    • Question Types: Case-based questions (25-35%) and independent questions (65-75%)
    • Competency Categories & Weightings:
      • Hazard & Risk Identification/Assessment (17-22%)
      • Hazard & Risk Controls/Mitigation (17-22%)
      • Safety Management Systems (23-28%)
      • Ethics, Professional Role, & Function (8-13%)
      • Technical, Human, & Social Sciences (8-13%)
      • Organizational Management & Leadership (12-17%)
      • Health & Wellness (10%)

    Modules & Topics

    • Module 1 (Safety Fundamentals):
      • Hazard & Risk Identification and Assessment (HRIA):
        • Understanding hazard vs. risk
        • Causational factors of workplace hazards
        • Emergency preparedness (plans, chain of command, crisis management, detection/mitigation methods, standards, implementation/testing)
      • Workplace Design & Processes: Artificial intelligence, automation, facilities, human factors, injury prevention, life safety, process safety, procurement, robotics, safeguarding
      • Working Alone, Remote & Hybrid Work: Hazards and risks, controls
      • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Selection, use, care, maintenance, limitations
      • Emerging Technology: Artificial intelligence, monitoring devices, Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous/remote equipment
    • Module 6 (Health & Wellness):
      • Workplace health promotion: Community service, employee/family assistance, injury/illness prevention, life balance, psychosocial factors (stress, fatigue, substance abuse), wellness programs.

    Other Important Information

    • Demonstrate Understanding of:
      • Social factors impacting worker/organizational well-being (culture, biases, vulnerable workers, diversity, inclusion)
      • Human psychology principles (organizational/industrial psychology)
      • Occupational illness & disease (asthma, PTSD, chemical sensitivity, dermatitis, cancer)
      • Psychosocial hazards (stress, violence, psychological harm), characteristics, mechanisms of harm
      • Controls for psychosocial, biological, and environmental hazards: selection, implementation, effectiveness, limitations.
      • Statistics & quantitative analysis (mean, percentage, standard deviation, time-weighted average)
      • Occupational hygiene measurement & sampling (air, noise, radiation, chemicals)
      • Ventilation (local, general, supply, exhaust)
      • Occupational exposure limits (TLVs, BEIs, action levels)
    • Pass Mark: Determined using the modified-Angoff method, considering question difficulty and candidate performance. Ensures equivalent standard for all exam takers.
    • Reciprocal Agreements: MOUs with professional organizations for simplified credentialing processes (BCSP, IOSH).
    • Hazard Definitions:
      • Hazard: Condition or practice with potential for accidental loss
      • Risk: Chance of loss due to a hazard; considers probability (exposure degree) and severity (consequences).
      • Danger: Relative exposure of people to a hazard; suggests chance of harm but not always certain. IDLH environment: Air contaminated with hazardous substances, posing immediate danger to life or health (fatal or irreversible harm).
    • Accident Theories: Model or theories used to explain accident causes. Multiple models exist. Key role of assumptions in analysis and corrective measures.

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    This quiz covers the fundamentals of safety management systems, focusing on hazard and risk identification and assessment. Explore the strategies for effective workplace safety, emergency preparedness, and injury prevention. Dive into the critical elements of organizational management and leadership in safety practices.

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