Occupational Safety and Health- Quiz

Test your Health and Safety Knowledge

1. A hazard is:
A. Something with the potential to cause harm
B. Something to fall over
C. Something in the wrong place
D. A problem that has no solution

2. Employees shall:

A. Comply with the OSH Act and regulations

B. Not damage, move, or remove any safety related item provided for use
C. Take care of their own safely
D. None of the above

3. Where would you go if your fire alarm was activated?

A. To your manager’s office

B. To the fire assembly point
C. To your car and wait
D. Exit the building and go home

4. Fatigue at work can be reduced by:

A. Standing or bending over for long periods of time
B. Drinking strong coffee and having a high protein lunch
C. Taking regular breaks and varying work tasks
D. a) and c) only

5. Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

A. Some substances used in offices may be hazardous
B. None of the substances generally used in offices are hazardous
C. Hazardous substances should be used and stored safely
D. Your employer should keep an up-to-date safety data sheet for each substance
used at the workplace

OHS Unit, O8-2019