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A co-worker slips on a slippery floor and hits his head, losing consciousness. What do you do?
Don't move him because you may cause more damage. Call for help.
TRUE or False: If you are caught in a fire you should stay close to the ground.
True
What is at least one factor that increases your risk of being robbed at work?
Working alone; working at night; access to money
Material Safety Data Sheets- MSDSs
What phone number should you call to report an emergency?
911
What can you use to melt ice on the sidewalks in the winter?
(Rock) salt
What should you NEVER do if your clothes catch on fire?
Run
What should you do if you are in a building and the power goes out?
Stay calm. Look for and follow lighted exit signs
What does the skull and crossbones symbol mean?
Poison
What should you do for a very serious second or third degree heat burn?
Call 911. Don't remove clothing if stuck to the burned area.
If a co-worker falls off a ladder and injures his back, what should you do?
Do not move him yourself (this can cause more damage), and call 911 for an ambulance
What letters are on the type of fire extinguisher that can be used in any kind of fire?
A-B-C
You are driving home from work. It is late and you are on a quiet country road. your car breaks down. What should you do?
Use your cell phone, if you have one, to call for help. Keep windows and doors locked and wait for police to arrive.
If a chemical gets into your eye, what should you do?
Flush it with water for at least 15 minutes
What is at least 1 item that should be included in an emergency kit?
Water; flashlight and batteries; first aid supplies
If you are working outside when a lightening storms starts and you can't get to shelter, what should you do?
Crouch low to the ground, sit on the balls of your feet, stay away from trees and metal objects
If your clothes catch on fire, what should you do?
Stop, drop, and roll; or smother the flames with a blanket.
If someone comes into your workplace with a gun, what should you do?
Cooperate fully with the gunman's instructions. Don't try to be a hero.
If an unknown chemical spills in your workplace, what should you do?
Leave it alone and get your supervisor.
What should you do for a severe cut?
Apply pressure to the wound and, if there are no broken bones, elevate the wound above the heart. Seek medical help.
If you are in a building and hear a tornado warning, what should you do?
Go to the lowest level of the building; the basement, a storm shelter, or an interior room without windows
What are the steps for using a fire extinguisher?
Pull the pin; aim the nozzle; squeeze the trigger; sweep the extinguisher back and forth over the fire
What is one security measure that can reduce the chance of workplace violence?
Good lighting; a panic button or other communication device; a security guard; a video camera
What 2 common household cleaning products should you never mix?
Ammonia and bleach because chlorine gas is released
What is more hazardous, a sharp knife or a dull knife?
A dull knife