Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or
answers the question.
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Which of the following facts about safety in Canada is TRUE according to the
chapter:
a. | there is a workplace accident every second during workplace hours | b. | about 900 workers
are killed on the job every year | c. | approximately 100,000 Canadians suffer
occupational illness and accidents every year | d. | Canadian companies lose over 500,000 days per
year due to lost wages, rehabilitation or disability payments | e. | all of the above
facts are true |
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An occupational illness:
a. | is any cut, fracture, sprain or amputation resulting from a workplace
accident | b. | is the result of an exposure involving an accident in the work
environment | c. | most often is a cold or flu | d. | is any abnormal condition or disorder caused by
exposure to environmental factors associated with employment |
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In order to enforce safety rules, organizations typically communicate rules
about things like using proper safety devices, following good housekeeping practices, and more, by
using all of the following, EXCEPT:
a. | bulletin board notices | b. | employee handbooks | c. | regular safety
meetings | d. | material data sheets | e. | new-employee
orientations |
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Which one of the following is NOT one of the requirements of a supervisor under
Health and Safety legislation:
a. | to advise employees of hazards in the workplace | b. | to ensure employees
wear personal protective equipment | c. | to become a member of the Joint Health and
Safety Committee | d. | to provide written instructions where applicable | e. | to take precautions
to guarantee safety of workers |
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All of the following are steps in a successful safety incentive program
EXCEPT:
a. | ensure safety gains are rewarded using long term incentives | b. | obtain support of
management | c. | set realistic safety goals | d. | communicate the success of your
program | e. | decide on a plan of action and an appropriate budget |
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Every workplace accident, no matter how minor, should be investigated in order
to:
a. | identify who is responsible for causing the accident | b. | relieve the company
from responsibility for the accident | c. | determine what caused the
accident | d. | to prevent the accident from reoccurring | e. | both (c) and
(d) |
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The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHIMS) is based on the
following elements:
a. | Labels, Material Safety Data Sheets and Training | b. | Labels, Class
Symbols and Subclass Designations | c. | Material Safety Data Sheets, Class Symbols and
Subclass Designations | d. | Material Safety Data Sheets, Subclass
Designations and Training |
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Injuries involving tendons of the fingers, hands and arms caused by repeated
stressors and strains are called:
a. | WSIB | b. | WHMIS | c. | Eustress | d. | Cumulative trauma disorder | e. | Distress |
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Positive stress that accompanies achievement and exhilaration is called:
a. | distress | b. | alarm reaction | c. | eustress | d. | job enrichment | e. | none of the
above |
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Which one of the following is NOT one of the workplace changes associated with
depression:
a. | being prone to accidents | b. | increased sick days | c. | lack of enthusiasm
for work | d. | inability to concentrate | e. | inability to voice
complaints |
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A response to stress that includes elevated heart rate, increased respiration
and increased blood pressure is called:
a. | job burnout | b. | alarm reaction | c. | anxiety
disorder | d. | eustress | e. | depression |
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True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or
false.
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At least one management committee member and one worker representative must be
certified in Ontario according to Health and Safety legislation.
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Most health and safety regulations provide for fines of up to $1,000,000.
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One of a supervisor’s major responsibilities is to communicate to
employees the need to work safely.
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Management data sheets are documents that contain vital information about
hazardous substances.
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Any demand caused by physical, mental or emotional factors that requires coping
behaviour is called depression.
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Employees are required to comply with legislation and regulations, report
hazardous conditions, and follow employers' health and safety regulations.
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7.
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The abuse of drugs is a major issue to employers today.
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Only employers have responsibilities under Occupational Health and Safety
Legislation.
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9.
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For the past ten years, probably the most heated workplace health issues has
been smoking.
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10.
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Most people think of workplace violence as a physical assault.
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