Transcript NAOSH 2012 Trivia Challenge

NAOSH 2012
Trivia Challenge
Work Smart
What is the most common type of injury reported
for workers under the age of 25?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Back injuries
Eye injuries
Hand injuries
Leg injuries
Work Smart
What is the most common way workers under the
age of 25 injure themselves?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Being struck by an object
Falling off a ladder
Being burned in the kitchen
Lifting heavy objects
Work Smart
Who is responsible for health and safety under the
Internal Responsibility System?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Employers
Workers
Managers
Everyone in the workplace
Work Smart
What are the worker rights of safety?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Right to know
Right to participate
Right to refuse
All of the above
Workplace Health & Safety
Legislation
Who is responsible for providing workers with
health and safety training?
a)
b)
c)
d)
The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission
The Human Rights Commission or Tribunal
The Worker
The Employer
Workplace Health & Safety
Legislation
Which of the following is a basic worker right?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Right to refuse unsafe work
Right to participate
Right to know
All of the above
Workplace Wellness
A healthy work-life balance means you:
a) Only work when you want to
b) Have a good balance between work and other parts of
your life
c) Work as much as possible
d) Take time off when you don’t feel balanced
Workplace Wellness
Which of the following is an example of
harassment?
a) A worker refusing to do unsafe work
b) An employer providing safety training
c) A supervisor displaying inappropriate pictures on the
wall
d) A worker using illegal drugs on the job
Workplace Wellness
Which of the following is likely to make workers
more tired?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Providing proper lighting
Increasing noise levels without hearing protection
Providing comfortable and well designed furniture
Providing regular breaks
Hazards & Hazard Assessment
Which of the following is an example of a
workplace hazard?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Safety rules
Safety legislation
Training on safety hazards
Chemicals in the workplace
Hazards & Hazard Assessment
Which of the following is an example of a physical
hazard?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Working outdoors in cold weather
Working with chemical that could cause skin irritations
Handling blood samples that could contain diseases
Doing tasks that include repetitive actions such as using
a mouse or keyboarding
Chemical, Biological, Physical, &
Ergonomic Hazards
Inhalation means substances enter the body by:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Breathing
Eating
Touching
Injecting
Chemical, Biological, Physical, &
Ergonomic Hazards
a)
b)
c)
d)
Which of the following is not an example of a
physical hazard?
Noise
Vibration
Bee stings
Heat and cold
Chemical, Biological, Physical &
Ergonomic Hazards
Carpal tunnel syndrome is an example of a:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Repetitive strain injury
Eyesight injury
Back injury
Leg injury
Equipment, Tools & Electricity
Which of the following is an example of personal
protective equipment?
a) Mechanical hard stops
b) Safe work practices and training
c) Eye protection
d) Warning signs
Equipment, Tools & Electricity
Use guards to protect you and others from:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Moving parts on equipment
Hands and limbs getting caught in equipment
Flying objects
All of the above
None of the above
Working Outdoors & on the Land
If you are working in very hot and sunny conditions
you should?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Wear shorts
Wear sleeveless t-shirts
Drink plenty of water
Avoid using sunscreen
Working Outdoors & on the Land
What is the best way to prevent hypothermia?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Wear only one layer of clothing
Wear non-insulated boots
Wear only cotton clothing
Wear proper clothing and dress in layers
Working Outdoors & on the Land
If you come across an injured wild animal you should:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Try to aid to the injured animal
Leave the animal and report it to authorities
Bring the animal to the nearest community
Stay with the animal to protect it
Safety in Common Northern
Workplaces
Most injuries for young workers in the NWT and
Nunavut occur in which of the following industries?
a) Accommodations, food and entertainment
b) Authorities (Municipalities, First Nation, & Band Operations)
c) Construction sites
d) Retail outlets
BONUS
Use safety goggles to protect against flying
objects coming from:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Any direction
The front
The back
The side