Exam Questions

Question 1

Explain a Risk Assessment

Answer 1

A risk assessment is a document that
1. Identifies hazards in the workplace
2. Accesses the risk associated with these hazards.
3. Putting control measures in place to reduce the risk of these hazards

Question 2

What is PPE

Answer 2

This is personal protective equipment, designed for protection against safety and hazards.

Question 3

What are symptoms of stress

Answer 3

1.) Physical symptoms ie increased heart beat
2.)Psychological symptoms ie heightened emotional state

Question 4

What are things in the first aid box ?

Answer 4

1) Safety pins
2) Adhesive plasters
3) Sterile eye pads
4) Paramedic shears
5) Gloves
6) Wrapped triangular bandages
7) Individually warped sterile unmedicated wound dressing medium, large and extra large.
8) sterile water
9) Face mask
10) Water based burn dressing small and large
11) crepe bandage
12) disinfectant wipes

Question 5

Outline 4 precautions for prevention of infection

Answer 5

1.) Hand washing.
2.) Appropriate use of PPE.
3.) Waste management and decontamination.
4.) respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette.

Question 6

Outline 4 Roles of the Health Safety Authority

Answer 6

1.) Responsible for enforcing health and safety at work in Ireland.
2.) Carry’s out sponsored research on health and safety at work.
3.) investigates serious accidents, causes of ill health and complaints.
4.) develop new laws on health and safety at work.

Question 7

List 4 causes of fire in the workplace

Answer 7

1.) Faulty Electrics eg loose wires
2.) Human Error eg burning food in the kitchen
3.) Flammable Material
4.) Negligence

Question 8

Name 4 different fire extinguishers and their colours

Answer 8

1.) water - red
2.) Dry powder - blue
3.) Carbon dioxide - black
4.) AFFF Foam - yellow

Question 9

List 4 points to keep in mind while exiting a burning building

Answer 9

1.) Identify your exists
2.) Get out fast
3.) Don’t use elevator
4.) Stay low to the ground to avoid inhaling smoke.

Question 10

Identify injuries caused by incorrect manual handling

Answer 10

1.) Back Injuries
2.) Muscle Sprains
3.) Fractures
4.) Joint Damage

Question 11

Identify 4 impact of alcohol in workplace performance

Answer 11

1.) leave and attendance
2.) perfomance problems
3.) Behaviour at work
4.) Relationships at work

Question 12

Identify 4 main categories of hazards in the workplace (2 examples of each)

Answer 12

Four main categories of hazards in the workplace include:
1. Physical Hazards:
- Slippery floors (e.g., wet surfaces)
2. Chemical Hazards:
- Gases (e.g., carbon monoxide)
3. Biological Hazards:
- Viruses (e.g., COVID-19)
4. Ergonomic Hazards:
- Repetitive motion tasks

Question 13

What is the meaning of the blue and yellow signs

Answer 13

Blue - mandatory signs ie wear a hard hat
Yellow - warning signs ie Trip Hazard

Question 14

What are the risk factors of a poor lifestyle

Answer 14

Risk factors of a poor lifestyle include
- stress
- lack of exercise - lead to obesity
- Inadequate attention to social and home life.

Question 15

What are the risk factors of a poor diet

Answer 15

Poor diet can lead to
- Imbalances in nutrients,
- Obesity leading to - heart disease,
- Being underweight - fatigue, higher infection risk.

Question 16

List 2 pieces of information for safety data sheet

Answer 16

1.) Safety Hazard Identifications
2.) First Aid mesures

Question 17

Identify the risk assessment for lifting a load

Answer 17

1.) Size up the object and check overall condition, check there is space for movement
2.) Make sure your balance is good, feet should be shoulder width apart, with one beside and the other behind the object.
3.) Bend your knees and keep back straight.
4.) Grip object with palm of your hands and fingers.
5.) Use body weight to start load moving, lift by pushing up with legs.
6.) keep arms and elbows close to the body while lifting.
7.) Carry load close to the body and turn your whole body to change direction.
8.) Watch where you’re going.
9.) To lower object bend knees, place on the edge and push into position.

Question 18

Explain the Fire Triangle

Answer 18

The fire triangle is a model for understanding the ingredients for most fires. It consists of three elements:
1. Heat: temperature
2. Fuel
3. Oxygen
Removing any one of these three components will extinguish a fire.

Question 19

Identify 4 occasions when health and safety training Should take place

Answer 19

1.) Upon new employment
2.) Regular Refresher courses
3.) When introducing new equipment or procedures
4.) Emergency Drills

Question 20

List 4 statements on how employees can promote healthy practice in the workplace and give examples

Answer 20

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Question 21

Outline 3 instances accidents should be reported HSA

Answer 21

1.) Accident relating to death
2.) Accident resulting in absence for more than 3 consecutive working days.
3.) Accident to a member of the public caused by work activity which causes death or medical treatment

Question 22

Why is accident reporting required ?

Answer 22

1.) To prevent future accidents
2.) legal compliance
3.) Safety Improvements
4.) Claims and compensation