Dangers at Work
What is the most common cause of injuries in offices?
Slips, trips, and falls.
How many people in the U.S. die each day because of work accidents?
A) 4
B) 9
C) 13
D) 21
C) 13
What small thing can help you feel better and less stressed during the workday?
Taking short breaks.
Which job is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world?
Working in construction.
You forget your safety helmet. What protects your head now?
Nothing — that’s why you need the helmet!
Which of the following is considered an ergonomic risk factor?
A) Exposure to chemicals
B) Working in awkward postures
C) Bright lighting
D) Cold temperatures
B) Working in awkward postures
How much money do U.S. companies lose every week because of work injuries?
A) $500 million
B) $1 billion
C) $3 billion
B) $1 billion.
How many workers think mental health should be more important at work?
A) 46 % of workers
B) 86 % of workers
C) 98 % of workers
B) 86 % of workers
What is the biggest danger in construction work?
Falling from high places.
What’s the best safety rule ever?
Always think before you act
What kind of danger is it when people are stressed, treated badly, or bullied at work?
Mental or emotional danger.
About what percent of injuries happen when people move, lift, or carry something the wrong way?
A) 12 %
B) 29 %
C) 43 %
B) About 29%.
Which of these situations is worst for your mental health at work?
A) Sitting for many hours
B) Working without knowing what to do
C) Having too many emails
D) Eating lunch at your desk
B) Working without knowing what to do.
In which job do many workers hurt their backs from lifting?
Healthcare or nursing.
Can you smell danger at work?
Sometimes yes — like with gas leaks or smoke!
What is one big risk that electricians face while working?
Electrical shock or electrocution.
What is the most common rule that companies break when it comes to work safety?
Rules about working safely at heights (fall protection).
How many workdays are lost in the U.S. each year because of stress and mental health issues?
A) < 120 million days
B) ~ 120 million days
C) > 120 million days
C) > 120 million days
What is a common reason why workers in transport jobs, like truck drivers, get injured — even when they are not driving?
A) Falling when getting out of the vehicle
B) Eating unhealthy food
C) Unhealthy sitting and sleeping positions
D) Isolation
A) Falling when getting out of the vehicle.
What is the best way to carry five boxes at once?
Ask for help or use a cart
What kind of hazard do loud noises and long exposure to them represent in the workplace?
Physical hazard.
How many people around the world die each year from unsafe work or work-related sickness?
A) About 1.38 million people
B) About 2.01 million people
C) About 2.78 million people
D) About 3.65 million people
C) About 2.78 million people
What is one good way a company can help workers feel happier and less stressed?
By talking openly about mental health and offering support or help if needed.
What machine in farming often causes accidents and deaths?
Tractors.
What’s more dangerous at work: a wild bear or a messy cable on the floor?
Messy cables are the reason for many tripping injuries. Also: Why should there be a wild bear at work?