JCH 149 – OCC. HLT – Bayelsa State College of Health Technology

42. What are psychological hazards in occupational health and safety?

(a) Physical hazards that affect mental health

(b) Chemical hazards that affect mental health

(c) Work-related stressors that affect mental health

(d) Biological hazards that affect mental health

56. What is the purpose of a periodic medical examination in an occupation setting?

(a) To monitor employees' health status

(b) To identify work-related illnesses

(c) To provide medical clearance for employment

d) To assess an employee's fitness for duty

69. Which of the following is a common cause of home accidents among older adults?

(a) Falls

(b) Poisoning

(c) Burns

d) Electrical shocks

63. What is the best way to prevent falls in the home?

(a) Removing tripping hazards such as rugs and cords

(b) Improving lighting in stairways and hallways

(c) Installing handrails and grab bars

(d) All of the above

36. Which level of control involves replacing a hazardous substance with a less hazardous one?

(a) Elimination

(b) Substitution

(c) Engineering controls

(d) Personal protective equipment (PPE)

10. Which of the following is an example of a chemical hazard?

(a) Asbestos

(b) Noise

(c) Vibration

(d) Solvents

58. What is the purpose of an exit medical examination in an occupation setting?

(a) To assess an employee's fitness for duty

(b) To identify work-related illnesses

(c) To provide medical clearance for employment

(d) To document an employee's health status at the end of employment

26. Which type of hazard is workplace violence?

(a) Psychosocial hazard

(b) Physical hazard

(c) Chemical hazard

(d) Biological hazard

65. What is the leading cause of home accident deaths among children under the age of 5?

(a) Drowning

(b) Falls

(c) Poisoning

(d) Burns

58. What is the purpose of an exit medical examination in an occupation setting?

(a) To assess an employee's fitness for duty

(b) To identify work-related illnesses

(c) To provide medical clearance for employment

(d) To document an employee's health status at the end of employment*

51. What is the benefit of conducting regular workplace inspections?

(a) Reduces workplace injuries and illnesses

(b) Improves employee morale and productivity

(c) Enhances company reputation

(d) All of the above

12. Which of the following is an example of a confined space?

(a) Open warehouse

(b) Office building

(c) Tank or vessel

(d) Construction site

57. When is extraordinary medical examination typically conducted?

(a) When an employee is hired

(b) When an employee is reassigned to a new job

(c) When an employee's medical fitness to work is suspected to have changed

(d) When an employee is leaving the company

16. Which of the following is an example of a biological monitor?

(a) Blood test

(b) Urine test

(c) Breath test

(d) All of the above

50. Which of the following is an example of a workplace inspection?

(a) Conducting a safety audit

(b) Reviewing safety policies and procedures

(c) Observing work practices and conditions

(d) All of the above

47. What is the benefit of managing psychological hazards in the workplace?

(a) Reduces workplace injuries and illnesses

(b) Improves employee productivity and mental health

(c) Enhances company reputation

(d) Reduces insurance costs

62. Which of the following is a common cause of burns in the home?

(a) Hot water

(b) Fire

(c) Electrical appliances

(d) All of the above

5. Which of the following is an example of a biological hazard?

(a) Noise

(b) Vibration

(c) Bacterium (pathogens)

(d) Ergonomic hazards

15. What is the purpose of ergonomics in the workplace?

a) To reduce workers' compensation costs

b) To increase productivity

(c) To prevent musculoskeletal disorders

(d) To comply with regulations

18. Which type of hazard is asbestos?

(a) Chemical hazard

(b) Physical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

32. What is the primary focus of Occupational Health and Safety?

(a) Employee wellness programs

(b) Workplace safety and health

(c) Environmental protection

(d) Quality control

21. What type of hazard is radiation?

a) Physical hazard

(b) Chemical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

44. Which of the following is a psychological hazard that can lead to mental health problems?

(a) Long working hours

(b) High job demands

c) Lack of control over work

(d) All of the above

64. Which of the following is a common cause of poisoning in the home?

(a) Medications

(b) Household cleaning products

(c) Food and drink

(d) All of the above

59. What is the most common cause of home accidents?

(a) Falls

(b) Poisoning

(c) Burns

(d) Electrical shocks

13. What is the purpose of lockout/tagout procedures?

(a) To prevent unauthorized access to equipment

(b) To ensure proper maintenance of equipment

(c) To prevent energy release during maintenance

d) To reduce workers' compensation costs

53. How often should workplace inspections be conducted?

(a) Daily

b) Weekly

(c) Monthly

(d) Quarterly or as needed

39. What level of control involves using personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect workers from hazards?

(a) PPE

(b) Administrative controls

(c) Engineering controls

(d) Elimination

19. What type of hazard is fungus?

(a) Biological hazard

(b) Chemical hazard

(c) Physical hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

8. Which of the following is not an example of a physical hazard?

(a) Noise

(b) Vibration

(c) Radiation

(d) Ergonomic hazards

9. Which of the following is an example of a psychological hazard?

(a) Stress

(b) Fatigue

(c) Bullying

(d) All of the above

37. What level of control involves designing or modifying equipment or processes to reduce hazards?

(a) Engineering control

b) Administrative controls

(c) PPE

(d) Training

3. What is the hierarchy of control?

(a) Elimination, substitution, engineering, administration, personal protective equipment (PPE

(b) PPE, administration, engineering, substitution, elimination

(c) Engineering, substitution, elimination, administration, PPE

(d) Administration, PPE, engineering, substitution, elimination

20. Which type of hazard is a repetitive strain injury?

(a) Ergonomic hazard

(b) Physical hazard

(c) Chemical hazard

(d) Biological hazard

25. What type of hazard is chemical spill?

(a) Chemical hazard

(b) Physical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

6. What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

(a) To eliminate workplace hazards

(b) To substitute for engineering controls

(c) To protect workers from hazards when other controls are not feasible

(d) To reduce workers' compensation costs

55. Which type of medical examination is conducted on employees who are reassigned to a job with higher health demands?

(a) Entrance medical examination

(b) Periodic medical examination

(c) Extraordinary medical examination

(d) Exit medical examination

29. What is the purpose of a risk assessment in workplace hazard prevention?

(a) To identify and evaluate workplace hazards

b) To develop a safety policy

(c) To train employees on safety procedures

(d) To conduct safety audits

35. What is the most effective level of control in the hierarchy of control?

(a) Elimination

(b) Substitution

(c) Engineering controls

(d) Administrative controls

38. Which level of control involves changing work practices or policies to reduce hazards?

(a) Administrative controls

(b) Engineering controls

(c) PPE

(d) Elimination

30. Which of the following is an example of a engineering control?

(a) Installing a ventilation system

(b) Providing PPE

(c) Implementing a safety policy

(d) Conducting safety training

45. What is the purpose of a psychological hazard assessment?

(a) To identify and evaluate workplace stressors

(b) To develop a safety policy

(c) To conduct safety audits

(d) To train employees on safety procedures

60. Which of the following is a common hazard in the home that can lead to accidents?

(a) Sharp objects

(b) Hot surfaces

(c) Slippery floors

(d) All of the above

66. Which of the following is a common home hazard that can lead to accidents?

(a) Area rugs

(b) Electrical outlets

(c) Stairs

(d) All of the above

31. What is the main objective of Occupational Health and Safety programs?

(a) To protect workers from workplace hazards

(b) To improve product quality

(c) To reduce employee turnover

(d) To enhance company reputation

7. What is the purpose of a safety data sheet (SDS)?

(a) To provide information on hazardous substances

(b) To develop a safety policy

(c) To conduct safety audits

(d) To train workers on safety procedures

48. Which of the following is an example of a chemical hazard in the workplace?

(a) Poor lighting

(b) Inadequate ventilation

(c) Chemical spills

(d) Inadequate training

33. What is the ultimate goal of Occupational Health and Safety initiatives?

(a) To eliminate workplace hazards

(b) To minimize workplace injuries and illnesses

(c) To promote employee well-being

(d) To ensure business continuity

43. What is the most common psychological hazard in the workplace?

(a) Stress

(b) Fatigue

(c) Anxiety

(d) Depression

61. What is the best way to prevent home accidents?

(a) Being careful and aware of surroundings

(b) Installing safety devices such as smoke detectors and alarms

(c) Keeping emergency phone numbers handy

(d) All of the above

28. Which of the following is an example of a hazard prevention measure?

(a) Providing personal protective equipment (PPE)

(b) Implementing a lockout/tagout program

(c) Conducting regular maintenance on equipment

(d) All of the above

52. Who should conduct workplace inspections?

(a) Only safety professionals

(b) Supervisors and managers

(c) Employees and safety committees

(d) All of the above

54. What is the purpose of an entrance medical examination in an occupation setting?

(a) To assess an employee's fitness for duty

(b) To conduct a health risk assessment

(c) To provide medical clearance for employment

(d) To identify existing medical conditions

68. What should you do if you experience a burn in the home?

(a) Run cold water over the burn for 10 minutes

(b) Apply ice to the burn

(c) Cover the burn with a clean cloth

(d) All of the above

24. Which type of hazard is poor lighting?

(a) Physical hazard

(b) Chemical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

67. What is the best way to prevent home accidents caused by sharp objects?

(a) Keeping them out of reach of children

(b) Storing them in a safe place

(c) Disposing of them properly

(d) All of the above

17. What type of hazard is noise in the workplace?

(a) Physical hazard

(b) Chemical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

1. What is the primary goal of occupational health and safety?

(a) To prevent workplace injuries and illnesses

(b) To reduce workers' compensation costs

(c) To increase productivity

d) To comply with regulations

11. Which of the following is an example of an ergonomic hazard?

(a) Repetitive strain injuries

(b) Noise

(c) Vibration

(d) Radiation

2. Which of the following is an example of a hazardous substance?

(a) Water

(b) Oxygen

(c) Asbestos

(d) Sunshine

34. What is the core objective of Occupational Health and Safety management?

(a) To manage workplace risks

(b) To improve employee morale

(c) To reduce absenteeism

(d) To enhance customer satisfaction

27. What is the most effective way to prevent workplace hazards?

(a) Training employees on hazard recognition

(b) Conducting regular workplace inspections

(c) Implementing engineering controls

(d) All of the above

46. Which of the following is a control measure for psychological hazards?

(a) Providing personal protective equipment (PPE)

(b) Implementing a stress management program

(c) Conducting regular safety audits

(d) Installing ventilation systems

14. Which of the following is an example of a musculoskeletal disorder?

(a) Carpal tunnel syndrome

(b) Tendonitis

(c) Back strain

(d) All of the above

22. Which type of hazard is vibration?

(a) Physical hazard

(b) Chemical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard

40. Which level of control is the least effective in the hierarchy of control?

(a) Elimination

(b) Substitution

(c) Engineering controls

(d) PPE

41. What is the main objective of risk assessment in occupational health and safety?

(a) To prioritize hazards for control measures

(b) To comply with safety regulations

(c) To reduce workers' compensation costs

(d) To improve employee morale

49. What is the purpose of a workplace inspection?

(a) To identify and report hazards

(b) To conduct safety training

(c) To develop a safety policy

d) To conduct safety audits

70. What is the most common cause of workplace accidents?

(a) Slips, trips, and falls

(b) Electrical hazards

(c) Chemical exposure

(d) Machinery malfunctions

23. What type of hazard is extreme temperature?

(a) Physical hazard

b) Chemical hazard

(c) Biological hazard

(d) Ergonomic hazard