WORKPLACE SAFETY
What should you place around a wet floor to help prevent slips and falls?
A wet floor sign or barrier.
What is the most common electronic method used to send professional messages in a workplace?
What document outlines your skills, experience, and qualifications when applying for a job?
Resume
A co-worker asks for help carrying a heavy item. What is the best thing to do?
Help them safely or find assistance.
What should you do if you finish your work early?
Let your supervisor know and/or ask for another task.
What is the safest way to lift a heavy box from the ground?
Bend your knees and lift with your legs OR get help.
What should you do if workplace instructions are unclear?
Ask questions for clarification.
What is a White Card needed for?
Working on construction sites.
What are two qualities of a good team member?
Reliability, respect, communication, cooperation etc.
You are unloading materials and notice boxes blocking a walkway. What should you do?
Move them to a safe location.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment.
What should you do if you know you will be late for your shift?
Contact your supervisor as soon as possible.
What is the term for learning new skills to improve your employment opportunities?
Training or professional development.
What is workplace conflict?
A disagreement between workers.
A worker is using a grinder without safety glasses because they "will only be a minute." What is the risk?
Serious eye injury from flying debris.
Before using a new piece of equipment, what should you do if you've never used it before?
Read the instructions or receive training.
How should you respond to constructive feedback from a supervisor?
Listen respectfully and use it to improve.
What is a referee and why might an employer contact one?
Someone who can comment on your work ethic, skills, or character.
Why is it important to communicate with your team during a busy shift?
To keep everyone informed and working efficiently.
The site is running behind schedule and workers are rushing to finish. Why can this be dangerous?
Rushing often leads to mistakes and accidents.
A worker notices that a machine's safety guard has been removed because it makes the job quicker. Several employees continue using the machine anyway. What should the worker do?
Stop using the machine and report the safety hazard to a supervisor immediately.
What is active listening?
Paying attention and showing understanding when someone is speaking.
What are transferable skills?
Skills that can be used across different jobs and industries.
A construction crew cannot continue work because one worker forgot to complete their part of the job. What does this show about teamwork?
Everyone's role is important and the team depends on each member doing their job.
A crew is given eight hours to complete a job. By lunchtime they realise they are behind schedule. One worker suggests skipping some safety checks to save time. What is the best decision and why?
Continue following safety procedures because safety should never be sacrificed to save time.