Organsiational
Risk Managment
Signage
Workplace Hazards
Psychological and Eledctrical Hazards
100
What is the name of the WHS organisation in Victoria?
Worksafe Victoria
100
Define the term Hazard.
Something that can cause harm to a person.
100
What is the type of sign?
Mandatory
100
As an Electrotechnology worker what is the biggest hazard to your health and safety?
Electric Shock
100
Identify two common causes of workplace stress?
Long working hours or increased workload, Shiftwork, particularly rotating shifts, Organisational change e.g. downsizing, restructuring, redeployment or relocation, Breakdowns in communication, Interpersonal conflicts i.e. not getting on with others, Discrimination, bullying or harassment, Poor management practices, Unsafe workplace conditions, Personal or family problems
200
What is the name of the WHS organisation in NSW?
Worksafe NSW
200
On a risk matrix if there is a likely possibility of something happening and the severity is for death or permnant disibility what is the level of risk?
Extreme Risk
200
What is the type of sign, what is it telling you and what PPE should you wear?
Warning - hazard, Loud noise, wear hearing protection ear muffs, ear plugs.
200
If you were working at heights what are three engineered controls that could allow you to work safely?
Ladder, Scaffold, Elevated work platform,
200
List three common psysological effects of workplace stress.
Headaches, Increased blood pressure, Lowered immune system, Indigestion, Constipation or diarrhoea, Stomach ulcers, Weight loss or gain
300
What are the three Notice types that an Inspoector can give a workplace?
Improvment, Prohibition, Non-disturbance notice
300
What is the lowest form of control measure in terms of the Hirachy of control? Why is this considered the last resort?
PPE - It is the last layer of protecton between your body and the hazard.
300
Describe a first aid station sign.
300
What is the definition of a confined space? Give an example of a location a residential electrotechnician may have to work within.
An enclosed or partically enclosed are which is not intended to be a regular place of work.
House ceiling space.
300
What are 4 detrimental effects of drugs and alcohol and how does this impact your safety in the workplace?
Lack of coordination, Blurred vision, Irritability and aggression, Poor concentration, Slurred speech, Tiredness and fatigue, Poor personal hygiene, Headaches, Nausea, Addiction
Can cause increased absenteeism and lost production, and significantly increases the risk of accidents and injuries. In turn this results in worker’s compensation claims and the need for rehabilitation. You would be a serious health and safety hazard.
400
What are the 4 main housekeeping hazards?
Trip, Falling object, Contamination, Limited access/egress.
400
What are the best two control measures to reduce risk according to hte hirachy of controls?
Elimination, Substitution
400
What is the visual representation of a Danger sign?
400
List the 7 physical hazards of working on a construction site.
Noise, vibration, thermal stress, UV exposure, Laser equipment - eye damage, Occupational overuse syndrome,
400
What are the four factors that impact the effect and severity of electric shock?
Magnitude of the shock current,
The path of the shock through hte body
The duration of the shock
Is the current AC or DC
500
Name 5 common Personal Protective Equipment items, explain what each protects against.
Eye protection, Hearing protection, Head protection, Foot protection, Hand protection, Body protection, Respiratory protection, UV protection, Hi vis
500
What are the 6 control measures in order from best to least for the hirachy of controls?
Elimination, Substitution, Isolation, Engineering Controls, Adminsitrative Controls, PPE
500
Describe the differences between Fire Exits and Fire Equipment sinage?
Fire equipment are Red, tells you what type of equipment present, Hose, extinguisher,
Emergency Signage is Green, with arrows showiung way out.
500
What are three inhalable materials that you as an Electrotechnician need to be aware of in the building sites you visit?
Asbestos, Silica Dust, Hazardous gasses and Vapours
500
What 4 types of equipment can be used on a circuit to try and reduce the risk of shock?
Fuse,Circuit breakers, Residual Current Device's, Earthing systems