TM Qs

Question 1

What is a lagging indicator? (Include 2 examples)

Answer 1

A lagging indicator is something that has already happend that we cannot change. Examples include Lost Time Accidents and Restricted work days, Hours Missed

Question 2

Why do we measure lagging indicators?

Answer 2

We measure lagging indicators because they are simple - Connected to Outcome - OBJECTIVE and Reliable. We can use these measurements to gauge performance / improvement.

Question 3

What are LEADING indicators? Provide 2 examples

Answer 3

LEADING indicators are things that haven’t happened yet, therefore you can MANAGE them (i.e. prevent a potential incident or accident from happening) Examples are Programs and training, procedures - physical conditions - inspections, audits, risk assessments,

Question 4

Who fills out forms 6, 7 and 8?

Answer 4

Form 6 is completed by the worker
Form 7 is completed by the employer
Form 8 is completed by the DR

Question 5

someone is scheduled to work Monday to Friday and they get hurt on Friday and the dr says two days rest and they’re back Monday is that a lost time accident?

Answer 5

No - because they didn’t miss any work time

Question 6

Is the FAF - The Functional Ability Form Confidential?

Answer 6

No, ERs can ask for it because they need to be able to see what a limitations a person may have post-accident

Question 7

If there is an accident WITH LOST TIME / earns less than regular pay, or gets health care treatment (not first aid), how many days do you have to report it?

Answer 7

You have 3 days to report if there IS LOST TIME

Question 8

If there is an accident with NO LOST TIME, but does recieve modified work at full pay - how many days do you have until you have to report it?

Answer 8

You have 7 days to report if there is NOT ANY LOST TIME

Question 9

What are the 4 CONTRIBUTING FACTORS to MSK issues? FFPD

Answer 9

Force
Frequency
Posture
Duration

Question 10

What are IMMEDIATE CAUSES?

Answer 10

Immediate Causes are the CIRCUMSTANCES that immediately precede the incident

Question 11

What are the 2 types of IMMEDIATE CAUSES?

Answer 11

1) Substandard ACTIONS

2) Substandard CONDITIONS

Question 12

What are some Examples of SUBSTANDARD ACTIONS?

Answer 12

failure to use proper PPE, improper position for

tasks, operating without authority, using defective equipment, etc.

Question 13

What are some Examples of SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS?

Answer 13

poor housekeeping, inadequate

guards/barriers, temperature extremes, etc.

Question 14

What are BASIC CAUSES?

Answer 14

Basic Causes are the REASONS WHY unsafe acts and conditions occurred in the first place

Question 15

BASIC Causes consist of 2 factors, they are

Answer 15

PERSONAL factors and JOB Factors

Question 16

Personal Factors (part of Basic Causes) are:

Answer 16

inadequate physical capability, inadequate

leadership/supervision, lack of experience/knowledge/skill, etc.

Question 17

Job Factors (part of Basic Causes) are:

Answer 17

excessive/normal wear & tear, inadequate company’s

practice/work planning/instructions, etc.

Question 18

What are the 3 steps in a CRITICAL TASK ANALYSIS

Answer 18

1 - Break tasks down into sequential steps
2 - Identify Hazards
3 - Risk Assessment and Control

Question 19

What is an ERP?

Answer 19

an Emergency Response Plan is a document developed to ensure quick access to the information necessary for effectively responding to an emergency (i.e. evacuation procedures, instructions, etc.)

Question 20

What is the PURPOSE of an ERP?

Answer 20

The purpose of an emergency plan is to make provisions for measures that must be put into effect prior to, during, or following the emergency

Question 21

WHY have an ERP?

Answer 21

To protect the health and safety of workers, customers, and visitors (and to protect equipment, materials, and business environment)

Question 22

3 things in the FIRE TRIANGLE?

Answer 22

Oxygen, Heat and Fuel

Question 23

BBS - What is RECOGNITION

Answer 23

Is the fulfilling the promise - the act of recognizing/expressing appreciation for past behaviour or performance

Examples: complying with safety rules, reporting hazards/injuries, making safety suggestions, involvement in safety committee etc.

Question 24

BBS - What is INCENTIVE

Answer 24

A promise- a stimulus perceived future positive consequence that promises recognition and reward

Question 25

Knowledge / skill based learning DIFFERENCES is a Question WITH EXAMPLES - 5 points

Answer 25

Differences - Knowledge-based learning is meant to move information, facts and process from short-term memory to long-term memory. Can result in poor engagement as learners may be just powering through it and not assimilating the knowledge (for example, going through online OHSA Modules). Skill-based is more focused on BEHAVIOURS and actual skills rather than knowledge and processes. . Learners must spend the majority
of their training time engaged in learning, developing, and practicing skills in a variety of hands-on, real-life scenarios.

Question 26

What is this the Definition of: measurements that tell us
how well we have performed in the past, things that have already occurred and typically follows an undesired/unplanned event (cannot be directly managed)

Answer 26

Lagging Indicators (Outcome Indicators)

Question 27

What is this the Definition of: measures of
the present, they give insight into how well we are integrating safety into our daily activities (can be directly managed)
 Simple, closely connected to the outcome/results
 Objectively and reliably measurable
 Interpreted by different groups in the same way
 Easily and accurately communicated

Answer 27

Leading Indicators (Positive Performance Indicators)

Question 28

What are some Family Friendly Programs?

Answer 28

 Flexible work arrangements
 Family care benefits
 Personal leave

Question 29

What are Health Promotion Programs?

Answer 29

 Employee assistance programs
 Lifestyle programming
 Stress management