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Recap Zone
Health and safety should be prioritised by employers to create a secure environment for employees,
improving productivity and overall well-being.
Health and safety programmes should ensure clean air, safe food, and mental health support through
stress management and social initiatives.
Training, safety drills, and emergency preparedness are essential to identifying and mitigating
hazards.
Health and safety measures should safeguard both employees and company assets through physical
security, cybersecurity, and emergency response plans.
Policies must be implemented to ensure compliance with regulations and establish a safety committee.
Efforts should focus on addressing physical, chemical, biological, psychosocial, and ergonomic
hazards to prevent accidents and injuries.
Strategies should implement a hierarchy of controls—elimination, substitution, engineering controls,
administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE)—to minimise risks.
Protocols should concentrate on proper chemical storage, maintaining cleanliness, and the
appropriate use of protective gear to prevent accidents.
Exercise
Section A (Objective Type Questions)
A. Multiple choice questions.
1. Which of the following hazard arise due to faulty wiring and improper use of electrical appliances?
i. Mechanical hazards ii. Psychosocial hazards iii. Radiation hazards iv. Electrical hazards
2. Which of the following is considered a biological hazard in the workplace?
i. Loud noise ii. Bacteria and viruses iii. Broken equipment iv. Sharp tools
3. What does "hazard control" aim to achieve?
i. Eliminate all hazards ii. Identify and reduce risks
iii. Increase productivity only iv. Reduce employee benefits
4. Which of the following best defines "security" in the workplace?
i. Keeping personal files safe ii. Protecting employees and assets from threats
iii. Blocking websites on office computers iv. Monitoring employees' phone calls
5. What is a common cause of slips and falls at the workplace?
i. Wearing uniforms ii. Clean restrooms
iii. Wet or uneven floors iv. Air conditioning systems
B. Fill in the blanks.
1. ............................. hazards in the workplace include risks such as exposure to chemicals, gases, and flammable
substances.
2. ............................. health is crucial and involves managing stress, building social connections, and seeking help when
needed.
3. ............................. is about taking steps to reduce or remove workplace hazards to keep employees safe and healthy.
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