OH&S
WHMIS
Accidents at Work
Safety Equipement
Fire and Electrical
100
When does an OH&S officer have the right to investigate your site?
Anytime.
100
What do WHMIS and MSDS stand for?
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Materials Safety Data Sheet
100
What type of accident can happen on wet spills or ladders?
Falls
100
What PPE offers the Highest level of hearing protection?
Liquid or Gel filled Ear Muffs
100
A fire can be put out by removing which of its components?
Any; Fuel, Ignition, or Oxygen
200
The OH&S Act requires Employers to ensure that workers are… ; (2 parts)
1. Aware of their responsibilities and duties. 2. Trained to perform their jobs competently.
200
Who is responsible for the MSDS?
The Suppliers.
200
Which age group is more likely to be involved in an accident, over or under 25?
Under, do to inexperience.
200
What 4 pieces of required basic PPE are employers not responsible to Provide by law.
Hardhat Safety Boots Natural fiber clothing (fire resistant) Eye Protection
200
Two prongs on the electrical plug denotes what type of electrical shock protection.
Double Insulated
300
If you or your employer, break the law of the OH&S Act, Regulations or Code for the first time; what can the maximum penalty include? (2 parts)
Fines up to 500,000 Dollars, 6 months Jail time, or Both.
300
What are the 3 elements of WHMIS?
Labels Material Safety Data Sheet Worker Education
300
What type of injury is a welder's flash?
Burn
300
What is the employer's responsibility (by law) in regards to special safety equipment when required? (2 parts)
Provide hearing and breathing protection equipment as needed, And Ensure you use it with your basic PPE.
300
What class of fire is denoted by a square symbol?
Class “B” (Gas, oil, grease , Paint and other liquids that vaporize when heated.)
400
Define “Imminent Danger” according to OH&S.
Any Danger, or Dangerous condition, that is not normally in your job.
400
What are the 3 divisions of Class D Hazards?
Class D: Poisonous or Infectious Material: Division 1 Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects Division 2 Other toxic Effects Division 3 Biohazardous Infectious Materials
400
Working in extreme heat can cause what type of accident?
Over Exertion.
400
The PITCH of a sound refers to: a) FREQUENCY b) INTENSITY
a) Frequency (Intensity=Volume)
400
Which SOURCES OF POWER need to be controlled by a lock-out system when personnel is engaged in the repair or maintenance of equipment.
All (Hydraulic, Compressed Air, Steam, Gases, and Electrical)
500
The Act effects most employer and workers in Alberta. What are the 4 are the major exceptions?
-Domestic workers (such as nannies or housekeepers). -Federal Government Employees. -Workers in Federally regulated industries (for example, banks, Trans port companies whose workers cross provincial borders, television and radio broadcasters). -Farmers and certain agricultural workers.
500
What 3 piece of information are required for a WHMIS worksite label?
Name of the product. Information on how to use the product safely. Reference to the MSDS for further information.
500
How can guards, barricades or temporary handrails be abused?
When they are by passed or disregarded in some manner.
500
What 3 tests can be used to test for leaks of a respirator?
1) Positive leak test (cover the exhaust port and exhale) 2) Negative leak test (cover the filter ports and inhale) 3) Organic Vapor test (smelling for test odors through respirator filters)
500
Stationary power tools are equipped with what type of starters?
Magnetic