Risky Business
Why is uneven ground a trip hazard?
You can lose balance, twist an ankle, or it is too difficult to see.
What’s the risk of using heated PPE incorrectly?
Burns or battery failure.
What’s complacency?
A false sense of safety that makes you overlook hazards.
What hazard do energy drinks pose on the job?
Jitters and dehydration.
What does stretching before work help prevent?
Injuries and strained muscles.
What’s the biggest danger in working too close to equipment?
Blind spots — the operator may not see you.
Why inspect power tool cords?
Frayed cords can shock or spark
What’s the main sign you might be getting complacent at work?
You stop thinking about hazards or assume nothing will go wrong.
What happens if arsenic dust is inhaled?
Long-term health damage.
What safety risk comes with working on uneven ground?
Trips, slips, or twisted ankles.
Why is situational awareness important on a busy site?
Hazards around you can change constantly.
Why wear a harness near open pits?
To prevent falls.
What’s one way to raise awareness on the job?
Watch how others work and share safe work practices.
What’s a risk of skipping stretching before a task?
Muscle strain or pulls.
What equipment has a blind spot warning?
Heavy machinery.
Why is FLHA/SLAM done before work starts?
To identify and control hazards.
What’s wrong with working in soaked or cracked gloves?
No protection.
Why is overconfidence dangerous?
You skip checks or take risks.
What injury is most common from poor lifting?
Back injuries.
What task needs FLHA/SLAM Card before starting?
Any task — it’s site-wide protocol.
What happens if a dam collapses during work?
Risk of flooding, injury, or death.
When should you swap out safety glasses?
When scratched or cracked.
Why are you able to read jumbled up sentences and paragraphs?
Our brain fills in patterns.
Why is mowing on a slope dangerous?
Risk of slipping or losing control.
What was the topic on April 17?
Complacency.