Common Workplace Hazards

Question 1

What are Hazards?

Answer 1

Hazards are any UNSAFE conditions or actions with a potential for harm.

Question 2

List 6 Types of Hazards.

Answer 2

Electrical, Housekeeping, Chemical, Radiation, Noise, Ammunition.

Question 3

List 3 examples of Housekeeping Hazards.

Answer 3

Oily/Wet/Dirty Surfaces, Misplaced/Loose Objects, Unguarded Openings, Poor Lighting.

Question 4

List 3 examples of Electrical Hazards.

Answer 4

Overloaded Circuits, Poor Insulation, Loose Wirings, Contact with Wet surface or bodies, Unintended Operation of Equipment.

Question 5

List 3 examples of Radiation Hazards.

Answer 5

Unintended Exposure to Humans, Exposure to Ammunition, Exposure to Chemicals.

Question 6

List 2 examples of Chemical Hazards.

Answer 6

Excessive Exposure, Improper Handling.

Question 7

List an example of Noise Hazards.

Answer 7

Prolonged Exposure.

Question 8

List 2 examples of Ammunition Hazards.

Answer 8

Improper Handling, Unintended Detonation.

Question 9

List the 6 Categories of Safety Signs.

Answer 9

Prohibition, Mandatory Actions, Warning
Safe Conditions, Fire Safety, General Safety.