Workplace Safety Is No Accident Online Quiz

1. Workplace safety is only the responsibility of the person(s) wearing the risk
management hat.
True
False

2. Any injury at workXno matter how smallXmust be reported immediately to

the person's supervisor and receive first-aid attention.
True
False

3. Safety glasses, gloves, helmets, and safety shoes, although not a fashion
statement, must be worn on the job if policy requires them.
True
False

4. People have different work styles. Staff members who work best with piles of
materials about their areas are just as safe from accident and injury as the
neatniks.

True
False

5. Safety is just common sense. The entity doesn't need to waste time training
people not to put their hands in a shredder.
True
False

6. Floor covering has the highest use of any part of a building.

True
False

7. People will walk around spilled liquid on the floor; the best thing to do is to
wait for the housekeeping staff to clean up spills properly.
True
False

8. Most planning is a waste of time. We'll just dive in if we have an accident or

injury and take care of the situation on the spot.
True
False

9. All we can afford is the furniture we've been given. If the chairs don't adjust
and we use tables instead of fancy desks, it won't hurt anyone.
True
False

10.Chairs or stools can be substituted for a ladder to get items out-of-reach as long
as an employee "spots" the person using the chair or stool.
True
False

11. Reporting and replacing burned out light bulbs is an inexpensive and effective
crime deterrent.

True
False

12.A sloppy worker is only a danger to himself.

True
False

13.Dress codes can decrease accidents and injuries.

True
False

14.The police are available to conduct a security assessment of your premises.

True
False

15.Presenting neat, cared-for premises makes your site less of a target.

True
False

16.Where needed, special procedures for helping physically impaired employees

should be incorporated into the entity's emergency plans.
True
False

17.Escalators and elevators must be inspected, maintained and repaired on a

regular basis.
True
False

18.In a fire drill or fire, never use the elevator to exit the building.
True
False

19.No one needs instructions on how to use a ladder.

True
False

20.Landscaping and exterior lighting when improperly used can create a safety
hazard.
True
False

21.The most common areas of roof failure are at the joints of the roof.
True
False

22.Anyone can safely pick up a fire extinguisher to put out a fire.

True
False

23.Many states and local governments have special requirements for the storage
and use of maintenance equipment.
True
False

24.In many jurisdictions, gasoline used to power lawn tools must be stored in
approved containers.
True
False

25.Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces with nonpolluting cleaners and antimicrobial

solutions protects against mold growth.
True
False

26.It is inappropriate to install carpeting in areas where there is a perpetual

moisture problem (under drinking fountains, and sinks), or on concrete floors
without proper vapor barrier and sub flooring.
True
False

27.If using a central humidification system, ensure that it is properly maintained

and check frequently to avoid over humidification.
True
False

28.The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to all employers.

True
False

29.Providing ADA accommodations is more expensive than most public entities

can afford.

True
False

30.Public areas must be accessible for people with varying degrees of mobility.
True
False

31.Injuries in office settings often come about because the "housekeeping" of the
office has become slack, or if an excessive amount of paper, products or other
materials create a daunting environment.
True
False

32.The most common safety hazards associated with office design are falls, noise,
inadequate pathways, and placement of furniture/equipment.
True
False

33.Employees need to be trained to lift heavy objects, which can cause serious
injuries.
True
False

34.Chemical and cleaning supplies should be stored in a locked cabinet or storage

room.
True
False

35.It is unfriendly to require sign-in sheets or badges for visitors or vendors.

True
False

36.Only those entities that have commercial kitchens need to worry about kitchen
wiring, sanitation, temperature control and maintenance.

True
False

37.Workplace violence is a growing concern for employers and employees

nationwide.
True
False

38.Chain and padlock exterior doors with push bars to make sure employees won't
prop them open.
True
False

39.Only public entity employees working in the medical field need to worry about
infections that can be transmitted through contact with blood and body fluids.
True
False

40.Employees should be trained to check vehicles before driving off on

assignment to a high-risk area.
True
False

41.HIV is the most common bloodborne infection in the United States.

True
False

42.The ADA regulates transportation vehicles and facilities.

True
False

43.OSHA is just a regulatory agency; safety training and information must be

gotten elsewhere.

True
False

44.A public entity is only responsible for ensuring that operators of vehicles used
in the course of the entity's operations are properly licensed.
True
False

45.A drug-free policy with enforceable consequences for disregarding the policy
contributes to a safe workplace.
True
False

46.A public entity can't protect employees from identity theft.

True
False

47.Reassignment to light or modified duty can help reduce the overall costs and
length of disability for a work-related accident.
True
False

48.Stress affects moral, productivity and safety.

True
False

49.Employees need to discern an "empty threat" from one that is serious.

True
False

50.Sometimes the least expensive warning device can be the most effective.
True
False

Total Correct Answers: 29 (58%)

Total Incorrect Answers: 21 (42%)
1. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Workplace safety is everyone's
responsibility. It is best to establish a safety culture through policies, procedures,
training and supervision.
2. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Serious conditions often arise from
small injuries if they are not cared for at once.
3. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Personal protective equipment is meant
to protect workers from specific hazards associated with their job responsibilities.
Policies, procedures, training and supervision all contribute to the safe use of PPEs.
4. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Slips, trips and falls are the most
frequent cause of accident and injury in the workplace. Staff should be encouraged to
maintain a neat work area for safety reasons.
5. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. One person's common sense is not
necessarily the same as another's. The entity should identify its expectations for safe
workplace procedures through policies, checklists, training and supervision.
6. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. The correct floor covering must be
chosen and appropriately installed and maintained if its usefulness is to be continued.
7. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Slips, trips and falls cause the most
workplace accidents. Encourage everyone to clean up spills or alert housekeeping
right away.
8. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. OSHA says you must have a fire
evacuation plan in place to protect the safety of your employees.

9. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Repetitive motion injuries, lower back
pain, neck and shoulder aches, headaches, eyestrain can all afflict computer users with
non-ergonomic work stations.
10. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Standing on chairs or stools, especially
ones with castors, is a great contributor to slip and fall injuries in the workplace.
Instruct staff to only use appropriate step-stools or ladders and to follow ladder-use
safety protocol.
11. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Burnt out bulbs create places to hide
that aren't there when the entrance or stairway is lit.
12. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Co-workers' behavior affects the safety
of fellow workers.
13. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Dress for success in the workplace by
wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment. Other safe practices include:
not wearing dangling jewelry, tying back long hair or wearing it under a cap, wearing
closed-toe shoes and not wearing flowing garments.
14. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Request that the police conduct a
security assessment of your entity's facility. This may be especially helpful in a highcrime neighborhood. The assessment helps determine if you've done everything you
can to secure the premises and provide for the safety of your employees.
15. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Remove grafitti, pick up litter, trim
foliage around doors and windows to give your building and grounds a cared-for
appearance and deter crime.
16. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Work with your jurisdiction's fire
department to find out the best plan for your facility.
17. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. The American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.1 Code
requires that elevators and escalators be inspected regularly by specially trained and
qualified Inspectors.

18. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Always use the stairs. Most stairways
are fire resistant and present barriers to smoke if the doors are kept closed. Unsealed
elevator shafts can act as a chimney drawing the smoke into them.
19. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Load, height, angle, maintenance, and
repair all need to be considered before safely stepping on a ladder.
20. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Shrubs and trees that are pruned away
from windows and doorways present a professional appearance and don't provide a
place to hide. Walkways, parking areas, entrances and exits that are properly
illuminated provide safe passage.
21. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Joints around sky lights, chimneys,
vent pipes or exhaust fan ducts; at the edges of the roof; and at the connection of two
roof levels are the most vulnerable to leaks. Leaks can create standing water, a
contributor to slips, trips and falls, and can cause mold to grow triggering asthma and
allergy attacks.
22. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Only those trained to use the particular
type of fire extinguisher should attempt to put out a fire. There are specific types for
grease, electrical, wood and chemical to name a few.
23. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. The local building inspection
department is a good source for finding these regulations.
24. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. There are also requirements in regards
to where the gasoline can be stored. It is illegal in some jurisdictions to store gasoline
in the same building where there are children in school.
25. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. To an extent this reduces the risk of
mold forming, but is it impossible to eliminate all nutrients with these cleaners. The
only way to keep mold from thriving and surviving is to control moisture.
26. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Otherwise you are providing food for
mold. Think about this when setting up an office in the facility's basement or using
that other below-grade space.

27. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Maintain indoor humidity levels
between 40 and 60 percent.
28. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. The ADA applies to private employers
with 15 or more employees.
29. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Inexpensive, easy steps to take include
ramping one step; installing a bathroom grab bar; lowering a paper towel dispenser;
rearranging furniture to allow more space; installing offset hinges to widen a
doorway; or painting new lines to create an accessible parking space.
30. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Title II of the Americans with
Disabilities Act covers "public entities." Public entities are defined as any state or
local government and any of its departments, agencies, or other instrumentalities. All
activities, services, and programs of public entities are covered, including activities of
state legislatures and courts, town meetings, police and fire departments, motor
vehicle licensing, and employment. Title II extends to all the activities of state and
local governments whether or not they receive federal funds.
31. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. And cleanliness and good
housekeeping can also reduce allergic reactions to dust and mold, and prevent illness
such as the flu or conjunctivitis (pink eye).
32. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Amazing isn't it? The most common
hazards are the least expensive to solve. And yet, accidents and injuries persist. Safety
education, a safety culture and supervision can reduce or eliminate most causes of
these common hazards.
33. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. And heavy objects include people lifted
by EMTs, police officers, fire fighters and health care personnel. But failing to lift
objects of any weight properly can result in injury. Small, light loads (i.e., stacks of
files, boxes of computer paper, books) can wreak havoc on their backs, necks, and
shoulders if they use their bodies incorrectly when they lift them.
34. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. In addition, chemicals should be stored
in a separate closet or cabinet from cleaning supplies to keep them from interacting.

35. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. It all depends on how the request is
made. Provide some training for the front-desk staff. Teach them some phrases to use
to encourage compliance with signing the guest register and wearing visitor badges
and what to do if the person is unwilling to comply. This may include calling for
backup in belligerent situations or phoning the police.
36. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Even if your kitchen is simply a staff
break room with refrigerator, microwave oven, sink and dishwasher, it is important to
ensure that equipment is appropriate for the setting, and is installed and maintained
properly.
37. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Some 2 million American workers are
victims of workplace violence each year. It can occur at or outside the workplace and
can range from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and homicide: one of the
leading causes of job-related deaths.
38. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Fire doors must be accessible at all
times. Never store items in front of the doors or otherwise block them. Never chain
and padlock these doors. Alarm the doors and post a warning that the alarm will go off
when the doors are opened to keep staff from using these exits for a short-cut, a smoke
break or other non-emergency use.
39. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Anyone who comes into contact with
blood or body fluids needs to take proper precautions. This would include first-aid for
an injured co-worker or client, and housekeeping staff called upon to clean up after an
ill person. The greatest risks are from HIV and Hepatitis B and C. But other
infections, such as Strep, pneumonia and TB, can be transmitted.
40. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Whether it's their own or the public
entity's vehicle, workers should make certain key safety equipment is working as
intended (the headlights and brake lights work, the wiper blades clean and do not
smear, the horn honks, the brakes slow and stop the vehicle, the tires have treads, all
the seatbelts function properly, and that the gas tank is full) before driving off.
41. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. OSHA reports that Hepatitis C
infection is the most common chronic bloodborne infection in the United States,

affecting approximately 4 million people. It is caused most commonly by needlestick

injuries.
42. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. Public transportation services operated
by state and local governments are covered by regulations of the U.S. Department of
Transportation. DOT's regulations establish specific requirements for transportation
vehicles and facilities, including a requirement that all new buses must be equipped to
provide services to people who use wheelchairs.
43. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. OSHA provides many eTools on
various construction topics. These tools allow the user to get training and in some
cases customize policies for their entities. Booklets, fact sheets, checklists, and alerts
are available through the OSHA Web site.
44. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. A public entity must ensure that
operators of vehicles used in the course of its operations are properly licensed, follow
safety precautions, and are adequately trained to drive the kind of vehicle used on its
behalf. This can be done by screening drivers, establishing driving policies,
maximizing vehicular safety, and providing for vehicular inspection and maintenance.
45. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. A drug-free workplace contributes to a
safe workplace, because others' behavior affects the safety of fellow workers.
46. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: False. By creating policies, securing records,
checking vendor security, limiting access, educating people and investigating claims,
an entity can reduce the chance that the theft will be from its records or premises.
47. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Light or modified duty is usually
offered for a limited time. The program starts with less work and fewer hours than
regular job requirements and is gradually increasing as abilities return until the person
is able to fully function in the job.
48. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Workplace stress can be defined as the
harmful physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of the job
do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the employee. Job design,
relaxation techniques, individual levels of tolerance all enter into reducing the effects
of stress on the job.

49. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Policies, procedures and training will
help workers identify a real threat to safety from an empty threat from a person on the
phone or onsite.
50. Your Answer: True.Correct Answer: True. Smoke alarms and fire extinguishers
are the first lines of defense in the event of a fire in a building.