WORK PLACE SAFETY

A. Multiple choice questions (c) Physical

(d) Ergonomic
Q1. Workplace safety is essential in
Ans. (d) Ergonomic
organisation _______________.
(a) to avoid the accident and injury
Q6. Which of the following can cause
(b) to increase the productivity
(b) to improve the work environment hazards while using computers?
(d) All of the above (a) Poor sitting postures or excessive
duration of sitting in one position
Ans. (d) All of the above (b) Lifting heavy object
(c) Mishandling of tools and equipment
(d) Improper handling of office
Q2. Which of the following is not
equipment
mandatory to keep the good health of an
employee?
Ans. (a) Poor sitting postures or excessive
(a) Cleanliness
duration of sitting in one position
(b) Food court
(c) Clean and fresh air
Q7. Which of the following statements is
(d) Clean washroom
likely to result in an injury to the operator?
Ans. (b) Food court (a) Selecting the right tool for the job
(b) Wearing safety goggles or glasses
(c) Using a tool with loose handles
Q3. The security department is not
(d) Keeping cutting tools sharp
responsible for _________________.
(a) personal safety
Ans. (c) Using a tool with loose handles
(b) computer system and equipment
safety
Q8. What are the potential cause of hazards
(c) electrical safety
at workplace?
(d) personal belongings
(a) Poor ventilation
Ans. (d) personal belongings (b) Poor lighting
(c) Poor housekeeping
(d) All of the above
Q4. The proper security procedures will
increase ________________.
Ans. (d) All of the above
(a) liabilities
(b) insurance
(c) business revenue
(d) operational charges of the company B. Fill in the blanks
Ans. (c) business revenue 1. Health of an employee is the state of the
physical, ________________ and _______
________ well being.
Q5. Which kind of hazards can occur in IT
industry? Ans. 1. Health of an employee is the state
(a) Biological of the physical, mental and social well
(b) Chemical being.
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2. The work places must be cleaned in 8. Physical hazards occurs due

the __________________ before the to ___________.
people start working.

Ans. 2. The work places must be cleaned Ans. 8. Physical hazards occurs due
in the morning before the people start to physical work environment.
working.
9. Electrical hazards mostly caused due to
3. A roper ___________________ provide coming in direct contact
clean and cool air at the workplace. with ______________, or indirect contact
through a _____________.
Ans. 3. A proper air conditioning provide
clean and cool air at the workplace. Ans. 9. Electrical hazards mostly caused
due to coming in direct contact with live
4. A fresh food cafeteria helps to maintain wires, or indirect contact through
the ____________________ of the a conductor.
employee.
10. Hazards while using computers occurs
Ans. 4. A fresh food cafeteria helps to due to ___________ or excessive duration
maintain the health of the employee. of sitting in ____________.

5. The work environment of the Ans. 10. Hazards while using computers
organisation must be _____________ and occurs due to poor sitting postures or
free from _________________ and excessive duration of sitting in one
_____________. position.

Ans. 5. The work environment of the

organisation must be safe and free C. State whether the following
from hazards and risks.
statements are True or False
6. The proper security procedures will
increase the ___________ and will reduce 1. The employer and employees
the __________ of the company. are responsible for workplace
safety.
Ans. 6. The proper security procedures
will increase the business revenue and will True
reduce the operational charges of the
company. 2. Any injury at work should be
reported to the supervisor
7. Injuries and illness of the employees is
prevented through national policy immediately.
on ________. True

Ans. 7. Injuries and illness of the

employees is prevented through national
policy on Occupational Health and Safety.
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3. No matter how big or small the D. Short answer questions

injury; the injured person should
receive medical attention. Q1. Briefly explain the concept of
True health, safety and security at
workplace.
4. While working with machines
and equipment, employees must Ans. Health: Health of an employee
follow the safety guidelines set by must be in a good condition so that the
the company. employees will not suffer from any
True diseases. Every organisation must
provide healthy and safety working
5. Bright light sources behind the environment for their employees at the
display screen can create contrast workplace.
problems.
True Safety: Safety at workplace refers to the
work environment which is free from any
6. Exposure to bright lights and hazards and risk.
toxic fumes and vapour could
Security: Security is a kind of freedom
damage the mouth and ears.
from any potential harm. Security
False
ensures the safety of the people working
in the organization.
7. The use of personal protective
clothing and equipment can
control the hazards at workplace. Q3. List out the various workplace
True safety hazards.

8. Do not throw rubbish daily. Ans. Various workplace safety hazards

True are:

1. Physical Hazards
9. Proper handling of office 2. Electrical Hazards
equipment can result in injuries. 3. Fire Hazards
False 4. Ergonomic Hazards
5. Biological Hazards
10. Stress at workplace can cause
hazard in today’s organisation.
True
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Q4. List out the potential sources of 3. Stress at Work:

hazards in an organisation. In an organisations, we may encounter
various stress like long working hours
Ans. Potential sources of hazards in an can be stressful.
organisation are: 4. Working Environment:
Potential hazards may include poor
1. Hazards using Computers ventilation, chairs and tables of
2. Handling Office Equipment inappropriate height, etc.
3. Stress at Work
4. Working Environment
Q7. Describe information technology
workplace hazards.
Q5. List some of the IT workplace
hazards. Ans. Some of the information
technology workplace hazards are:
Ans. Some of the IT workplace hazards
are: 1. Poor sitting postures or excessive
duration of sitting in one position. These
1. Poor sitting postures or excessive hazards may result in pain and strain.
duration of sitting in one position. 2. Making the same movement
2. Making the same movement repetitively can also cause muscle
repetitively can also cause muscle fatigue.
fatigue. 3. Glare from the computer screen can
3. Glare from the computer screen can be harmful to the eyes.
be harmful to the eyes.

Q8. What are the workplace safety rules?

Q6. What are the examples of
potential hazards? Ans. Workplace safety rules are:

Ans. Examples of potential hazards are: A) Basic Fire safety rules in an

organization are :
1. Hazards using Computers: 1) Fire escape plans must be installed at
Hazards while using computers include proper levels
poor sitting postures or excessive 2) Conduct regular drills
duration of sitting in one position. 3) Smoke alarms must be placed at
proper intervals
2. Handling Office Equipment: 4) Keep workplace a no-smoking zone
Improper handling of office equipment
can result in injuries.
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B) Falls and Slips Safety rules Q10. Describe type of emergency with
1) Keep the moving area clean and example.
clutter free.
2) Workplace must be proper ventilated Ans. Some of the types of emergencies
receive light. are as follows :
3) Wear non slippery footwear.
4) Floors must be clean and dry 1. Chemical spills
2. Extreme heat waves
C) Electrical Safety Rules: 3. Droughts
1) Electrical equipment used should be 4. Pandemics
approved by a recognised organization. 5. Terrorist attack
2) Workers should be trained to handle 6. Fire
the electric equipment safely. 7. Floods
3) Heat emanating equipment should be 8. Thunderstorms
kept away from the electrical equipment.

Q9. List out different safety

guidelines?

Ans. Safety Guidelines are:

1. Store all cleaning chemicals in

tightly closed containers in
separate cupboards.
2. Make sure all areas have proper
lighting.
3. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery when working with
machines.
4. Never distract the attention of
people who are working near a
fire or with some machinery.
5. Shut down all machines before
leaving for the workplace.
6. Do not play with electrical
controls or switches