Workplace Safety and Regulations

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What is the primary purpose of conducting an accident investigation?

To improve the company's public image

To ensure similar accidents do not happen in the future (correct)

To interview employees to get a break from work

To blame someone for the accident

What is a critical risk associated with confined space working?

Noise pollution

Heat stress

Drowning, asphyxiation, loss of consciousness (correct)

Musculoskeletal disorders

What is the last line of defense in controlling risk?

Conducting regular toolbox talks

Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) (correct)

Implementing engineering controls

Eliminating the hazard

What is the primary purpose of a Permit-to-Work system?

To ensure a safe work environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum level of noise that requires the use of PPE?

85 decibels Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in controlling risk?

Eliminating the hazard Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for conducting toolbox talks?

To discuss safety concerns and best practices Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical component of risk assessment?

Likelihood and severity Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a hazardous area for fall protection?

Anywhere above or below 2 meters with a risk of personal injury through falling Signup and view all the answers

Before using hand tools, what should be done?

Inspect all tools prior to each use Signup and view all the answers

What is a direct result of being exposed to excessive noise?

Tinnitus Signup and view all the answers

When can a standby person enter a confined space?

Never Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common route of entry into the body for harmful substances?

Inhalation Signup and view all the answers

What does isolation of a system mean?

Safely disconnect it from any form of energy Signup and view all the answers

When can a manager enter a confined space?

Never Signup and view all the answers

What are the four main ways substances get into the body?

Ingestion, Absorption, Inhalation, and Injection Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of a toolbox meeting?

10-15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which class of fire is related to flammable metals?

Class D Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for conducting a Risk Assessment?

Having a hazardous work environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Permit-To-Work system?

To control work that involves multiple hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum safe noise level for humans without PPE?

85 decibels Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)?

Sustained use of hand-held tools Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for working at heights?

Wearing PPE Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ERICPD in risk management?

To control and mitigate risks Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Toolbox Talk

A 10-15 minute meeting, usually conducted in the morning.

Reasons to Manage Safety

Moral: to prevent harm and injury to people.
Legal: to comply with laws and regulations.
Financial: to avoid costs associated with accidents and injuries.

Noise Levels and PPE

If the NOICE level is over 85 decibels, PPE must be worn.
PPE is the last line of defense.

Permit to Work

A legal document signed by the manager, safety officer, and one worker.
Used for working inside confined spaces.

Hazard and Risk

Hazard: anything with the potential to cause harm.
Risk: a combination of likelihood and severity.

Controlling Risk

The first step is to eliminate the hazard.
Risk assessments are necessary to identify and control risks.

Confined Spaces

Drowning, asphyxiation, and loss of consciousness are effects of working in confined spaces.
Permit-to-work is a legal document used for working in confined spaces.

Worker Responsibilities

Workers are responsible for their own safety at all times.
If you don't understand work instructions, ask your supervisor for guidance.

Accident Investigation

Conducted to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.

Risks Associated with Confined Space Working

Drowning, asphyxiation, and loss of consciousness.

Purpose of a Toolbox Talk

To discuss safety procedures and risks associated with the job.

Chemical Hazards

The most common way chemicals enter the body is through inhalation.
The four main ways substances get into the body are inhalation, ingestion, absorption, and injection.

Fire Safety

Fire needs oxygen to burn.
To make fire, we need oxygen, fuel, and heat (ignition source).

Working at Height

Working at height requires PPE.

HAVS and RSI

HAVS is caused by sustained use of handheld tools.
RSI is a repetitive strain injury.

ERICPD Hierarchy

ERICPD is a hierarchy of risk controls.

Noise Measurement

Noise is measured in decibels, not frequency.

Permit-to-Work

Not limited to working with electricity.
Used for other types of work as well.

Risk Assessment

Necessary for all industries, regardless of the number of employees.

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Test your knowledge on workplace safety protocols, regulations, and best practices. This quiz covers essential topics such as hazard identification, permit-to-work, and noise levels.