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Work Health & Safety - General
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1What does WHS stand for?
- AWork Hours of Safety
- BWork Helmet Safety
- CWork Health and Safety
- DWork Hazards and Safety
2WHS legislation is designed to minimise risks and prevent accidents in the workplace.
What is the name of the legislation that governs health and safety in WA?
- AOccupational Safety & Health Act 1984
- BHealth Act 1911
- CWorkers' Compensation Act 2004
- DSafety, Rehabilitation & Compensation Act 1988
3Why is it so important to know about WHS?
- AIt is important to know how to avoid injury
- BIt is important to help your co-workers avoid injury
- CWHS is the law
- DAll of these answers are correct
4What is the three step process (SAM) used to identify and control workplace hazards?
- ASafety Appraisal Management
- BSpot the problem, Assess options, Make the decision
- CSpot the hazard, Assess the risk, Make the change
- DStop, Act, Move
5Once you have spotted a hazard what is the FIRST thing you should do?
- AReport it to your supervisor
- BLeave it as someone else will fix it eventually
- CBring your own toolbox to work and fix it yourself
- DFill in an Incident Report form
6When lifting heavy objects, the best way to prevent back injury is to:
- ASquat down by bending your knees
- BLift the load close to your body
- CAvoid twisting at the waist
- DAll of these answers are correct
7What are some of the measures that can be put in place to avoid slips and trips in the workplace?
- AClean up your workplace so there is nothing to fall over
- BClean up spills straight away
- CWear the right shoes for work
- DAll of these answers are correct
8Heat stress and fatigue result from working in hot conditions.
Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
- AHeat stress causes increased sweating
- BHeat stress results in reduced capacity for work and inefficiency
- CHeat stroke is a rare condition and not life threatening
- DHigh temperatures can result in heat stress
9If someone is suffering from heat stress, what should you give them?
- AA cup of warm, sweet tea
- BCool fluids
- CA drink of brandy
- DNo fluids until the doctor arrives
10Loud noise can damage people’s hearing and lead to risks to safety.
People are LESS likely to be wearing hearing protection when:
- AAttending a rock concert
- BUsing a jack hammer
- COperating a chainsaw
- DRiding in a helicopter
11The level of noise in a workplace is a problem when it has the potential to damage employees’ hearing. How are noise levels measured?
- Adecimals or dB
- Bdecibels or dB
- Cmillimetres per second
- DdBs per second
12Electric shock occurs when electric current flows through the body because:
- AA person becomes part of an electrical circuit
- BA fatal shock occurs
- CThere is no earth leakage device
- DA person is not wearing rubber-soled shoes
13To reduce the risk of electric shock you should:
- APull out the plug quickly
- BTape frayed cords with electrical tape
- CSwitch off appliances before you pull out the plug
- DStand on a rubber mat
14What is the best way to reduce the risk of skin cancer?
- AWearing a hard hat or safety helmet
- BWearing a white t-shirt as it does not absorb so much heat
- CApplying SPF30+ sunscreen after exposure to sunlight
- DWorking in shaded areas in the high-risk hours between 11am and 3pm
15First aid treatment for burns includes:
- APlacing the burnt area under cool running water
- BRemoving the casualty from danger
- CApplying appropriate cream or ointment if available
- DAll of these answers are correct
16What should you NOT do if you receive a burn injury?
- ARun cool water over the burn
- BRemove any clothing that may be stuck to the burn
- CCover the burn with a sterile, non-stick dressing
- DGet medical help urgently
17What do Safety Data Sheets (SDS) provide essential information about?
- APersonal protective equipment
- BHazardous substances
- CWorkplace inspections
- DEquipment used at work
18In a workplace, what should you know if someone gets hurt?
- AWho knows first aid and where the first aid kit is
- BWho to report it to
- CWhat the emergency numbers are
- DAll of these answers are correct
19Fatigue at work can be reduced by:
- AStanding or bending over long periods of time
- BAvoiding too many late nights or excessive alcohol use
- CTaking regular breaks and varying the work tasks
- DDrinking lots of strong, hot coffee
20There is a four step process for using a fire extinguisher?
What is the third step?
- APull the pin
- BAim the extinguisher at the base of the fire
- CSqueeze the handle
- DSweep back and forth across the base of the fire
21What does this safety sign mean?
- ANo entry
- BNo running
- CMust walk quickly
- DNo exit
22What does this safety sign mean?
- AListen carefully
- BWear hearing protection
- COnly DJ's in this area
- DSilence please
23What does this safety sign mean?
- ANo smoking
- BNo lighting fires
- CNo cigarettes sold here
- DNo lighting flares
24What does this safety sign mean?
- ANo taps here
- BDo not drink
- CMugs not allowed
- DNo hot water
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- A quiz for students undertaking trades courses.
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