Workplace Safety Completion Test
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Write your response for others.
Incorrect answers will be marked in red.
Marks: /50
Bonus marks: /5
1. Why are young people more likely to be injured on the job than other groups of workers? [1 mark]
- They receive little or no safety training or supervision.
- They are reluctant to ask questions for fear of appearing stupid.
- They are assigned physically demanding or dangerous tasks.
- They have to use equipment or machinery designed for adults.
- They are unaware of their rights and responsibilities.
- All of the above
2. What can you do to ensure your own safety as well as the safety of your co-workers? [1 mark]
- Ignore safe procedures and encourage others to do so.
- Expect your employer to teach you your workplace health and safety rights and responsibilities.
- Figure things out for yourself.
- Refuse work if you believe the task or conditions are unsafe.
3. Which of the following is not one of your rights as a worker? [1 mark]
- To be provided with equipment and safety gear required to do the job safely.
- The right to leave work at any time.
- To participate in workplace health and safety committees and activities.
- To receive supervision to make sure you work without putting yourself at undue risk.
4. Which of the following is not your responsibility as a worker? [1 mark]
- To immediately correct unsafe conditions or report them right away to your supervisor.
- To tell your supervisor of any physical or mental conditions that may make you unable to work safely.
- To ensure that your co-workers are properly trained.
- To know how to handle any hazardous materials or chemicals you use on the job.
5. When is it appropriate to refuse to do unsafe work? [1 mark]
- When you have already completed assigned tasks.
- When you have reasonable cause to believe that to do so would create an undue hazard to the health and safety of any person.
- When you have not yet discussed a hazardous situation with your supervisor or employer.
- When your co-worker tells you to.
6. What are the three main causes for the high rate of young worker injuries? [3 marks]
7. What are the top seven dangers for young workers in British Columbia? [7 marks]
8. Name four categories of workplace hazards. [4 marks]
9. Identify three key steps that can be used to control a hazard. [3 marks]
10. List five of the most common causes of injuries for young workers. [5 marks]
11. Identify at least one piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) for each of the following body parts. [6 marks]
Eyes:
Hands:
Lungs:
Feet:
Ears:
Head:
12. Describe four things you can do to make your worksite a safe place to work. [4 marks]
13. Name six types of workplace health risks of most concern for young workers. [6 marks]
14. List two ways in which you can reduce your exposure to sun. [2 marks]
15. Workers in all industries can suffer a musculoskeletal injury from what actions? [1 mark]
16. List four things an employer can do to help reduce the risk of violence in the workplace. [4 marks]
Bonus Questions
17. Name three ways in which workers can be exposed to infected blood and body fluids at work. [3 bonus marks]
18. Name two of the five primary mineral and chemical hazards in the workplace. [2 bonus marks]
Workplace Safety Completion Test Key
For multiple choice, the correct answers are bold. Answers are noted point-form for other questions.
Highlight incorrect answers in red.
Marks: /50
Bonus marks: /5
1. Why are young people more likely to be injured on the job than other groups of workers? [1 mark]
- They receive little or no safety training or supervision.
- They are reluctant to ask questions for fear of appearing stupid.
- They are assigned physically demanding or dangerous tasks.
- They have to use equipment or machinery designed for adults.
- They are unaware of their rights and responsibilities.
- All of the above
2. What can you do to ensure your own safety as well as the safety of your co-workers? [1 mark]
- Ignore safe procedures and encourage others to do so.
- Expect your employer to teach you your workplace health and safety rights and responsibilities.
- Figure things out for yourself.
- Refuse work if you believe the task or conditions are unsafe.
3. Which of the following is not one of your rights as a worker? [1 mark]
- To be provided with equipment and safety gear required to do the job safely.
- The right to leave work at any time.
- To participate in workplace health and safety committees and activities.
- To receive supervision to make sure you work without putting yourself at undue risk.
4. Which of the following is not your responsibility as a worker? [1 mark]
- To immediately correct unsafe conditions or report them right away to your supervisor.
- To tell your supervisor of any physical or mental conditions that may make you unable to work safely.
- To ensure that your co-workers are properly trained.
- To know how to handle any hazardous materials or chemicals you use on the job.
5. When is it appropriate to refuse to do unsafe work? [1 mark]
- When you have already completed assigned tasks.
- When you have reasonable cause to believe that to do so would create an undue hazard to the health and safety of any person.
- When you have not yet discussed a hazardous situation with your supervisor or employer.
- When your co-worker tells you to.
6. What are the three main causes for the high rate of young worker injuries? [3 marks]
- Lack of supervision or training
- Minimal knowledge of rights and responsibilities
- Lack of experience in recognizing hazardous situations
7. What are the top seven dangers for young workers in British Columbia? [7 marks]
- Lifting objects as retail clerks, shipper-receivers, labourers, material handlers
- Working on ladders, stairs, scaffolding, other raised areas
- Using knives in food service, retail sales, supermarkets
- Working with hot substances or equipment in restaurants
- Driving or riding in vehicles and operating or working near mobile equipment
- Operating food slicers in restaurants, supermarkets
- Working near running equipment or machinery in a variety of jobs
8. Name four categories of workplace hazards. [4 marks]
- Physical
- Chemical
- Ergonomic
- Biological
9. Identify three key steps that can be used to control a hazard. [3 marks]
- See it. (Recognition)
- Think it. (Evaluation)
- Do it. (Control)
10. List five of the most common causes of injuries for young workers. [5 marks]
- Slips, trips, falls
- Heavy, awkward lifting
- Improper use of equipment
- Faulty equipment
- Improper storage or use of chemicals
- Being hit by falling objects, bumping into objects
- Not using personal protective clothes and equipment
11. Identify at least one piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) for each of the following body parts. [6 marks]
- Eyes: safety goggles
- Hands: safety gloves
- Lungs: dust mask
- Feet: steel-toed boots
- Ears: earplugs
- Head: hard hat
12. Describe four things you can do to make your worksite a safe place to work. [4 marks]
- Follow all safety procedures and rules.
- Ensure you have adequate and proper training.
- Ask for assistance if required.
- Use the "See it, Think it, Do it" strategy at the worksite.
13. Name six types of workplace health risks of most concern for young workers. [6 marks]
- Musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., back injuries, repetitive strain injuries)
- Heat stress
- Sun exposure
- Noise exposure
- Mineral and chemical hazards (e.g., lead, asbestos, cleaning agents, pesticides)
- Exposure to biological hazards (e.g., HIV, hepatitis, hantavirus, West Nile virus).
14. List two ways in which you can reduce your exposure to sun. [2 marks]
- By reducing your exposure to the sun between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. when harmful UVA and UVB radiation is most intense.
- By wearing sunglasses with 100% UVB protection.
- By wearing clothing with long sleeves and long pants.
- By wearing a hat.
- By using broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 (Sun Protection Factor) or higher.
- By using sun protection even on cloudy days.
15. Workers in all industries can suffer a musculoskeletal injury from what actions? [1 mark]
- Forceful exertions, awkward postures, repetitious actions
16. List four things an employer can do to help reduce the risk of violence in the workplace. [4 marks]
- Make sure employees are oriented to workplace risks and trained in violence prevention and response procedures.
- Enhance lighting in and around the business.
- Install a panic or emergency alarm.
- Lower shelving units so workers have a clear line of sight to all parts of your business.
- Raise the area where your cash register is located.
- Post signs that state there is no cash on premises or that it is locked in a safe.
- Install and maintain security cameras.
- Keep doors and windows free of posters to ensure a clear line of sight.
- Use overhead mirrors so workers can see all parts of the business.
- Where possible, create a barrier between customers and workers (e.g., Plexiglas shield, enclosed counter).
- Train workers not to resist if there is a threat of violence to them.
- Check on workers who are working alone on a regular basis.
Bonus Questions
17. Name three ways in which workers can be exposed to infected blood and body fluids at work. [3 bonus marks]
- Puncturing their skin with sharp objects contaminated with infected blood and body fluids.
- Splashing infected blood and body fluids into their mucous membranes.
- Splashing infected blood and body fluids on non-intact skin.
18. Name two of the five primary mineral and chemical hazards in the workplace. [2 bonus marks]
- Asbestos
- Lead
- Dust
- Detergents and cleaning products
- Pesticides