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1. The first step in development of a safety training program must be to? a) Identify employees who may need training b) Prepare workbooks that are easy to understand c) Find instructors who are qualified in the subject of training d) Define objectives...

1. The first step in development of a safety training program must be to? a) Identify employees who may need training b) Prepare workbooks that are easy to understand c) Find instructors who are qualified in the subject of training d) Define objectives on the training program Ans) D 2. In identifying a safety training program, “validity” refers to: a) Ensuring that the elements of the training program cover all relevant legal requirements of the task. b) Ensuring that the program is feasible and covers the areas which reduce risk and liability. c) Identification of hazards of each task and the required knowledge and skills for safe performance. d) Identification and analysis of each component of the training program to ensure that all covered areas are technically and legally correct. Ans) C 3. Which of the following statements is true regarding a learning curve? a) The level of proficiency gained is inversely proportional with the amount of time devoted to learning. b) The level of proficiency gained is directly proportional with the amount of time devoted to learning. c) The level of proficiency gained varies exponentially with the amount of time devoted to learning d) The level of proficiency gained is directly proportional with the amount of time devoted to learning but eventually tends to reach a limit. Ans) D 4. Which of the following is NOT one of the characteristics of role-playing training technique?  a) It can be used effectively to find innovative approaches to solving problems. b) Members participate to identify problems. c) Brainstorming is used to find solutions to specific problems d) It is an effective tool for identifying, evaluating, and changing personnel issues. Ans) A 5. Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the meeting or conference method of training? a) This technique is effective because it allows each member to bring his/her knowledge to the meeting. b) The number of people in each meeting must be limited in such a way to allow effective discussions and exchange of ideas. c) The ideas and opinions of each member must be recorded, and a summary report must be prepared and presented to each group member. d) The main reason for success of the meeting method of training is the fact that the group leader can have control of the topics that are being discussed. Ans) D 6. Certain personal motives can have a direct positive impact on people's behaviour. This in turn can have a positive impact on the outcome of the training. Which of the following is considered to be the highest motivation factor? a) Promotion b) Achievement c) Work Environment d) Company Policies Ans) B 7. Which of the following statements in NOT true regarding a cost-benefit analysis for training programs? a) The benefits of a training program must exceed its costs. b) The cost of a training program can usually be estimated with considerable accuracy. c) Improved operating conditions can be a benefit of a training program d) Lowering the indirect average cost of an accident is usually considered a benefit of a training program. Ans) D 8. Which of the following statements is true regarding a performance-based training program? a) The focus of the training program is to solve a specific on-the-job problem.  b) This type of training, in general, cannot be measured by analysis of worker’s performance. c) Feedback from workers during the evaluation of program has minimal effect on the final training. d) Feedback from supervisors, in general, does not affect the final training program. Ans) A 9. In many training programs, case studies are used for training purposes. Which of the following is the BEST description of case study? a) Case study is a method of training in which group participation is not addressed. b) Case study is a description of how people or organizations have dealt with a certain situation. c) Case studies usually are an ineffective way of dealing with the development of problem-solving techniques. d) Case studies are usually about generalizations and do not address specific conclusions Ans) B 10. In computer-based safety training, LANs can be used to deliver training to many workstations. LAN is an acronym for: a) Leave A Network b) Language Advanced Network c) Local Area Network d) Logistics Area Navigation Ans) C 11. Which of the following is NOT one of the three domains of learning : a) Cognitive b) Affective c) Interactive d) Psychomotor Ans) C 12. Which of the following statements is NOT true in regard to safety training? a) Safety training can be effective when the trainees are motivated.  b) Effective safety training, in general, does not affect employee morale. c) The cost of safety training may be easier to hide than the cost of new equipment or facilities. d) Safety training has a critical role in an occupational safety program. Ans) B 13. One of the elements of developing an effective safety training program is to develop learning activities. All of the following are steps involved in developing learning activities EXCEPT? a) Identify the trainees' learning characteristics b) Write course evaluation materials. c) Select or develop instructional materials d) Identify training needs Ans) D 14. All of the following are considered to be red flags for the need or consideration of a safety training program EXCEPT:? a) Lack of instructional materials b) New employees c) Rising insurance rates d) New Equipment Ans) A 15. Effective safety training programs require clearly stated goals and objectives that are measurable. All of the following are considered to be components of objectives EXCEPT: a) Performance b) Conditions of the work c) Developing learning activities d) Standard of quality for performance that is described Ans) C 16. In developing safety training programs, “Performance” is a statement of what the trainee will do. It must include an action verb that describes a behaviour that is observable and measurable. Which of the following is considered to be an action verb that is measurable? a) Appreciate  b) Understand c) Know d) Select Ans) D 17. In developing a “Performance” statement for safety training purpose, it is important to ensure that what the trainee is expected to do is observable and measurable. All of the following are examples of measurable performance EXCEPT: ? a) Understand how to respond toa hazardous chemical spill b) List the steps that need to be followed in an emergency evacuation c) Select the proper tools necessary for heat exchanger maintenance. d) Fill out a Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest for shipment of hazardous waste. Ans) A 18. Safety training objectives must be based on which of the following? a) Course content b) Job Hazard Analysis c) Trainer’s qualifications d) Available training tools Ans) B 19. There are three steps to ensuring that learning activities succeed in enabling the trainees to master the behaviours listed in the training objectives. Which of the following is the correct order of these steps? a) Identify the learning characteristics of the trainees, structure the materials and activities into the training program, and develop or select instructional materials and activities.  b) Structure the materials and activities into the training program, develop or select instructional materials and activities, and identify the learning characteristics of the trainees. c) Identify the learning characteristics of the trainee, develop or select instructional materials and activities, and structure the materials and activities into the training program. d) Develop or select instructional materials and activities, identify the learning characteristics of the trainees, and structure the materials and activities into the training program. Ans) C 20. All of the following are considered to be characteristics of the trainee population that may affect learning EXCEPT: a) Physical Characteristics b) Education c) Motivation d) Societal Issues Ans) D 21. Which of the following statement is NOT true in regard to conducting a safety training program? a) It is important to keep the trainees mentally active b) The presentation must be tailored to the values and learning styles of the trainees c) Unreasonable fears of occupational hazards must be avoided d) If the content of the course were tailored to the trainee learning need and learning styles, starting with a pilot program would be considered an inefficient way of conducting training. Ans) D 22. All of the following are considered to be guidelines that an experienced instructor would follow when presenting a safety training program EXCEPT. a) Do not stay physically close to your listeners. b) Get rid of professional terminology c) Remember that trainees tend to remember narrative chunks more than sophisticated information d) Appear to have fun, even be theatrical, if necessary  Ans) A 23. Which of the following statements is NOT true in regard to presenting safety training materials? a) The trainees will be much more open to learning if the instructor is successful in giving them a sense of disequilibrium. b) Many educational psychologists believe that disequilibrium( the state of being out of balance) is not essential to learning. c) The effectiveness of a safety training presentation depends both on the trainees and the instructor. d) It is essential for the instructor to provide motivation to learn. Ans) B 24. The first step in developing a safety training program is to conduct a needs assessment. “Needs Assessment” refers to the process of determining if a safety training program is needed. Several techniques can be used to conduct a need assessment. These include observation of employees performing the job, use of questionnaires, studying technical records and manuals, and interviewing subject matter experts. There are both advantages and disadvantages associated with different methods of needs assessment. All of the following are considered to be advantageous of the “use of questionnaires” method of needs assessment EXCEPT: a) Cost b) Can Collect data from a large number of persons c) Possible low return rates d) The data collected can be easily summarized Ans) C 25. One of the methods used in conducting a needs assessment for safety training programs is to interview experts in the subject matter. All of the following are considered to be disadvantages of using this method to conduct a needs assessment EXCEPT: a) It is time-consuming b) It can uncover details of training needs c) It is difficult to analyse d) It needs skilled interviewer Ans) B