Workplace Violence
True or False: Only physical assaults count as workplace violence.
False. Workplace violence includes threats, verbal assault, and physical attacks.
True or False: New workers or those returning after days off are at increased risk of heat stress?
TRUE
True or False: Sending or reading a text takes your eyes off the road for about 5 seconds, which is equivalent to driving the length of a football field with your eyes closed at 55mph
True
True or False: You could be terminated for failing to follow the Essential Eight
True
You must always tie off when you are over how many feet?
Four
What should you do if you witness a threat?
Report it immediately to a supervisor, HR, or security, regardless of how minor it may seem.
Which of the following are environmental risk factors associated with heat stress?
a. Temperature and humidity
b. Radiant heat
c. Air movement
d. All of the above
D. All of the above
Is hands-free safe?
No because they take cognitive focus away from driving
It is mandatory to wear your seatbelt in cars, taxis, trucks, cranes, and any situation while engaged on SNF business.
TRUE
True or False? One of the rules is that you must work with a valid permit when required
True
What is a zero-tolerance policy?
A policy where no threats, bullying, or acts of violence are acceptable, with strict consequences
How long does it usually take for the average worker to build a tolerance to working in the heat?
A. 1–2 days
B. 7–14 days
C. 1 month
7–14 days
True or false: over 3,200 people are killed annually in the US alone due to distracted driving
True
If you suspect worker impairment, what should you do?
Notify your supervisor immediately
What do you do when you need to enter a vessel, tank or pipe that contains explosive gas or lack of oxygen?
Obtain a Permit for Entry into a Confined Space
What is the best way to handle a hostile person?
Stay calm, do not argue, keep a safe distance, and try to de-escalate.
What should you do if you see a coworker showing signs of confusion, irrational behavior, or losing consciousness?
Call 911, move them to a cool area, and cool them with water/ice. These are symptoms of a heat stroke
Name 4 top distractions
Phones, eating, passengers, and adjusting the radio
True or False: You cannot smoke but you can vape non-nicotine products in the company premises or vehicles.
False. Zero Tolerance
True or False: Isolation separates the worker and keeps them safe from electricity, pressure, toxic materials, poisonous gas, hot liquids, or radiation.
True
Describe what may cause a person to be upset and resort to workplace violence?
Severe stress, alcohol or drug use, anguish or demotion, history of violence
What can put a person at risk for suffering a heat disorder?
Age, Weight, Physical fitness, Medications
Name 3 main types of distractions
VISUAL-eyes off road
MANUAL-hands off wheel
COGNITIVE-mind off driving
___ ___ ___ is a person's physical, mental, and emotional ability to perform their job tasks.
Fit For Duty
What should you do if you need to disable safety equipment?
Obtain Authorization