PPE
What does PPE stand for?
What is Personal Protective Equipment.
What is the most common cause of workplace injuries in icy environments?
What is Slips and falls on ice or compact snow.
What is the first thing you check before using any hand tool?
What is That it’s in good condition and not damaged.
How much sleep should you get before a 12-hour shift?
What is At least 7–8 hours.
If a tool or cord is frayed but still works, you can use it for the rest of the shift — just tag it at the end of the day.
What is False - It must be taken out of service immediately and tagged. Continuing to use a compromised tool is a willful violation and a potential electrocution or fire hazard.
What kind of glove would you use when handling sharp materials?
What are Cut-resistant gloves.
What’s one method to increase traction when walking on ice?
What is Wear ice cleats or traction aids.
What is a “LOTO” procedure and when is it used?
What is Lockout/Tagout — when servicing or repairing equipment.
What is one sign you may be too fatigued to work safely?
What is, Slower reaction time or zoning out.
Barricade tape means the area is completely off-limits to everyone.
What is True - But Tricky (is it yellow or red?) Yellow means caution, enter with awareness. red means do not enter without permission. Check in
What type of eye protection is required for grinding?
What are Safety goggles or face shield.
True or False: Carrying heavy loads while walking on ice is okay if you go slow.
What is False. It throws off balance and increases fall risk.
Why should power tools never be carried by the cord?
What is It damages the cord and creates an electrical hazard.
What’s a healthy way to stay alert on shift besides caffeine?
What is, Regular movement/stretching and staying hydrated.
Low visibility from blowing snow isn’t a hazard unless you're driving.
What is False, Low visibility affects all operations, from walking near moving equipment to spotting hazards, spills, or uneven terrain. It’s a site-wide hazard, not just for vehicles.
What is the main function of a hard hat?
What is Protects against impact and penetration from falling objects.
Name two common trip hazards on worksites.
What is Unsecured cords / hoses and uneven ground or debris.
Who can remove a lockout device?
Who is, Only the person who applied it.
What can you do if you notice a co-worker struggling mentally?
Speak up, check in with them, and notify a supervisor or support resource.
Stop Work Authority is only for safety leads or supervisors.
What is False, EVERYONE has the right — and responsibility — to call a Stop Work. Safety culture fails when people don’t feel empowered to speak up.
How often should fall protection equipment be inspected?
What is Before each use and regularly by a competent person.
What should you do immediately after a fall, even if you “feel fine”?
What is Report it. Internal injuries or delayed symptoms can occur.
When operating rotating equipment, what personal item is a no-go?
What is, Loose clothing or jewelry.
Studies show fatigue on the job can impair performance just like alcohol. Operating equipment after 17 hours awake is equivalent to what blood alcohol content (BAC) level?
What is 0.05% – 0.06%, close to the legal limit in many areas.
The most experienced person on site is usually the safest.
What is False. Experience helps, but complacency is common among vets. The safest person is the one who follows procedure, checks their ego, and stays alert — whether they’ve been here 20 years or 20 days.