HLTWHS003 Quiz - Work Health and Safety

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY QUIZ Multiple Choice Questions 1. Which of the following is a key principle of workplace safety? o a) Ignoring safety procedures o b) Regularly updating safety policies o c) Overworking employees...

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY QUIZ Multiple Choice Questions 1. Which of the following is a key principle of workplace safety? o a) Ignoring safety procedures o b) Regularly updating safety policies o c) Overworking employees o d) Using outdated equipment 2. What should you do if you identify a safety hazard at work? o a) Ignore it and continue working o b) Report it to your supervisor immediately o c) Try to fix it yourself without notifying anyone o d) Wait until the end of the day to address it 3. Which document outlines the procedures for dealing with workplace emergencies? o a) Employee Handbook o b) Emergency Response Plan o c) Safety Inspection Report o d) Code of Conduct 4. What is the primary purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE)? o a) To make employees look professional o b) To enhance comfort while working o c) To protect employees from health and safety risks o d) To increase productivity 5. Which of the following is a common type of workplace hazard? o a) Psychological stress o b) Proper lighting o c) Ergonomic furniture o d) Safe working procedures 6. Who is responsible for maintaining work health and safety in the workplace? o a) Only the health and safety o icer o b) Only the employees o c) Only the employer  o d) Everyone in the workplace 7. What is an example of a physical hazard in the workplace? o a) Excessive noise o b) Stress from workload o c) Unsafe work practices o d) Inadequate training 8. Which of the following is NOT a part of a risk assessment process? o a) Identifying hazards o b) Evaluating risks o c) Ignoring minor hazards o d) Implementing control measures 9. What should be included in a workplace safety induction program? o a) Company history o b) Emergency procedures o c) Employee benefits o d) Personal preferences 10. Which agency or organization typically provides guidelines and standards for workplace health and safety? o a) Human Resources Department o b) Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) o c) Marketing Department o d) IT Support Fill in the Blanks 11. _________ is the process of identifying, assessing, and controlling risks in the workplace. 12. In case of a fire emergency, you should know the location of the nearest ____________. 13. The ___________ provides guidelines for the use of personal protective equipment. 14. It is important to report any ___________ conditions to your supervisor to prevent accidents. 15. Every workplace should have a designated ___________ responsible for health and safety matters.  16. Before using any machinery, you should always read the ___________ to understand its safe operation. 17. Workplace safety training should be ___________ to ensure employees understand their responsibilities. 18. Ergonomic assessments help to reduce ___________ injuries by ensuring that workstations are properly designed. 19. A ___________ is an o icial document outlining procedures for maintaining safety in the workplace. 20. Health and safety regulations are often enforced by ___________ authorities to ensure compliance. Match the Following 21. Match the following terms with their definitions: a. Hazard b. Risk Assessment c. PPE d. Incident Report 1. Document used to record details of an accident or near-miss. 2. Personal equipment designed to protect employees from workplace hazards. 3. Process of evaluating potential risks and implementing control measures. 4. Anything that has the potential to cause harm. 5. Match the safety equipment with its purpose: a. Hard Hat b. Safety Glasses c. Gloves d. Ear Protection 1. Protects the head from falling objects. 2. Protects the eyes from flying debris. 3. Protects hands from cuts and abrasions. 4. Protects ears from excessive noise. 5. Match the following safety signs with their meaning: a. Flammable b. Electrical Hazard c. Biohazard d. First Aid 1. Indicates the presence of a biological hazard. 2. Indicates that there is a risk of fire or explosion.  3. Indicates the location of first aid facilities. 4. Indicates risk of electric shock or other electrical hazards. True or False 24. Workplace health and safety training should only be conducted once a year.  True  False 25. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is only required in high-risk environments.  True  False 26. Employees are responsible for maintaining their own safety equipment.  True  False 27. Emergency exits should always be kept clear of obstructions.  True  False 28. It is acceptable to use damaged safety equipment if no replacements are available.  True  False 29. Reporting near-miss incidents can help prevent future accidents.  True  False 30. Only supervisors need to be trained in first aid.  True  False Short Answer 31. Describe the role of a Safety O icer in a workplace. 32. Explain why it is important to have an emergency evacuation plan. 33. What should an employee do if they feel their work environment is unsafe? 34. List three common types of workplace hazards and provide an example for each. 35. What is the purpose of a safety inspection? 36. How can ergonomic adjustments help in preventing work-related injuries?  37. Why is it important for all employees to understand workplace health and safety procedures? 38. What steps should be taken immediately after an accident occurs at work? 39. How often should workplace safety drills be conducted, and why? 40. What is the di erence between a hazard and a risk? Scenario-Based Questions 41. Imagine you are working in a warehouse, and you notice a spill on the floor. What should you do? 42. You are a new employee and have not received any safety training yet. What steps should you take to ensure you are working safely? 43. During a safety inspection, you find that some fire exits are blocked. What actions should you take? 44. You observe a co-worker not using the required PPE. How would you address this situation? 45. In the event of a chemical spill, what immediate actions should you take to protect yourself and others? Case Study 46. Read the following scenario and identify the potential hazards and risks: "In a manufacturing plant, workers are required to lift heavy boxes without any mechanical assistance. The area is poorly lit, and there is no clear signage indicating safe lifting techniques." Identify and explain three potential hazards and risks in this scenario. 47. A company has recently installed new machinery. Describe the steps that should be taken to ensure the machinery is safe to use. 48. A fire drill is scheduled for next week. What preparations should be made to ensure the drill is e ective and everyone knows their role? 49. You notice that safety signs in your workplace are outdated. How would you handle this issue to ensure safety compliance? 50. During a workplace safety meeting, an employee suggests that the current safety procedures are not e ective. How would you address this feedback?