Module 1 - Basic Safety All Answers Correct
1. What impacts employee retention in companies?
Companies that foster robust safety cultures typically experience lower turnover rates.
2. How is safety best described?
It can be accurately stated that safety is a learned behavior.
3. What ...
Companies that foster robust safety cultures typically experience lower turnover rates.
2. How is safety best described?
It can be accurately stated that safety is a learned behavior.
3. What are examples of unsafe working conditions?
Unsafe conditions include issues like poor lighting, excessive noise, and inadequate guards for
machinery.
4. What is Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?
JSA involves breaking down a job into its component tasks to identify potential hazards.
5. What does the term 'risk' refer to?
Risk is defined as a measure involving the probability, consequences, and exposure related to an
event.
, 6. What should be done if there is a hole in the floor of a structure?
The correct procedure is to cover the hole and label the cover appropriately.
7. Where should the D-ring of a safety harness be positioned?
The D-ring should be located between the shoulder blades.
8. Who is responsible for inspecting personal fall arrest systems?
A competent person is responsible for conducting monthly inspections of these systems.
9. For what purpose are lanyards without shock-absorbing features used?
These lanyards are primarily utilized for positioning.
10. How much should a ladder extend above the top of a structure?
The ladder should extend at least 3 feet beyond the point of contact with the structure.
11. What safety measures should be implemented when working overhead on scaffolding?
Safety measures such as toeboards, debris nets, or canopies should be utilized to protect against
falling items.
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