Rocky Bay Health And Safety Quiz

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1.

The three steps to hazard control are:
- A.
  
  Identify the hazard, assess the risk, make the change.
- B.
  
  Control the hazard, make the change, eliminate the risk.
- C.
  
  Identify the risk, control the change, make the hazard safe.
Correct Answer
A. Identify the hazard, assess the risk, make the change.

Explanation
The three steps are to first spot the risk, then work out how dangerous it could be before recommending an action to make it safer. This is usually done by an OH&S rep.

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2.

Occupational safety and health representatives:
- A.
  
  Work for the government to impose the law.
- B.
  
  Represent employees and investigate hazards and accidents.
- C.
  
  Identify the risk, control the change and make hazards safe.
Correct Answer
B. Represent employees and investigate hazards and accidents.

Explanation
OH&S reps are elected to represent their colleagues at work. They assess hazards and investigate accidents.

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3.

Accidents usually happen when:
- A.
  
  One stupid person does one stupid thing.
- B.
  
  The OH&S rep is not doing their job correctly.
- C.
  
  A number of factors cause a chain of events.
Correct Answer
C. A number of factors cause a chain of events.

Explanation
An accident is usually the result of a number of events combining to cause an accident.

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4.

PPE stands for:
- A.
  
  Personal protective equipment.
- B.
  
  Person power and efficiency.
- C.
  
  Pontificating, procrastinating, evading.
Correct Answer
A. Personal protective equipment.

Explanation
PPE stands for personal protective equipment and should be worn as a last line of defence.

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5.

A sign that is white on blue:
- A.
  
  Relates to hospital information.
- B.
  
  Displays information.
- C.
  
  Is for low-risk situations.
Correct Answer
B. Displays information.

Explanation
White and blue signs display information, such as the correct PPE to wear.

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6.

On hearing a fire alarm, you should:
- A.
  
  Ring the emergency services.
- B.
  
  Check to see if it is a false alarm.
- C.
  
  Evacuate via the nearest emergency exit.
Correct Answer
C. Evacuate via the nearest emergency exit.

Explanation
Never assume an alarm is a drill or a test. On hearing the alarm make your way calmly to the nearest fire exit via an emergency exit.

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7.

A hazard report form is used to:
- A.
  
  Report a possible hazard.
- B.
  
  Assess a risk.
- C.
  
  Investigate accidents.
Correct Answer
A. Report a possible hazard.

Explanation
The hazard report form can be used by anyone to bring attention to a possible hazard. The OH&S rep will then investigate it to assess the risk.

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8.

Water can be a health hazard due to bacteria when:
- A.
  
  It has been used for drinking.
- B.
  
  It reaches 24 degrees and is still.
- C.
  
  It is warm and fast flowing.
Correct Answer
B. It reaches 24 degrees and is still.

Explanation
Bacteria breeds in warm, still water and can be easily transferred from hands to lips. Always wear gloves while sampling water and wash your hands when you have finished.

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9.

If you are unsure about how to do a job you should:
- A.
  
  Stop and check with your supervisor before proceeding.
- B.
  
  Ask your buddy.
- C.
  
  Have a go anyway and report any accidents.
Correct Answer
A. Stop and check with your supervisor before proceeding.

Explanation
If you are ever unsure about how to proceed, stop and check with your supervisor. Remember: safety first!

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Rocky Bay Health And Safety Quiz

The three steps to hazard control are:

Occupational safety and health representatives:

Accidents usually happen when:

PPE stands for:

A sign that is white on blue:

On hearing a fire alarm, you should:

A hazard report form is used to:

Water can be a health hazard due to bacteria when:

If you are unsure about how to do a job you should: