Workplace Hazards and Control Measures
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What is the primary goal of the administrative method in controlling hazards?

  • To isolate hazardous processes from the workplace
  • To minimize the exposure of humans to workplace hazards (correct)
  • To provide personal protective equipment to employees
  • To eliminate hazards through engineering technology

    • What does substituting hazardous substances with less hazardous ones involve?

  • Engineering method (correct)
  • Isolation method
  • Administrative method
  • PPE method

    • What is the primary objective of introducing PPE in a workplace?

  • To eliminate hazards completely
  • To isolate hazardous processes
  • To provide limited protection to employees (correct)
  • To provide a safe working environment

    • What is the first step in introducing a PPE program?

    <p>Write a policy on the usage of PPE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of the engineering method?

    <p>Machine guarding to prevent accidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of machine guarding in the workplace?

    <p>To prevent accidents by preventing contact with moving parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in developing an emergency response plan?

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

    What is the primary purpose of conducting drills and exercises?

    <p>To prepare employees for emergency scenarios</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of educating the public in emergency response planning?

    <p>To prepare the public as a source of support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an industrial hygiene program?

    <p>To cover Inventory of chemicals and emergency contingency plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of integrating with the community plan?

    <p>To ensure a synchronized response with the locality/community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of capability building programs for chemical users?

    <p>To enhance the skills and knowledge of chemical users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of hazards in the workplace?

    <p>Human error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of hazard is associated with falling debris in the construction industry?

    <p>Direct hazard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowable noise level for an eight-hour exposure?

    <p>90 db</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of radiation can be shielded by paper?

    <p>Beta particle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of extreme heat in the workplace?

    <p>Heat stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of classifying hazards in the workplace?

    <p>To prioritize hazard control measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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