Basic Safety Quiz

It’s important to stay safe at work and part of doing so is being up-to-date on safety protocols. This quick quiz tests your basic safety knowledge so that you can ensure you’re always informed and prepared in the event of an accident or emergency. 

After taking the quiz, take some time to review the correct answers and familiarize yourself with any areas where you need improvement. You can create a safer workplace for yourself and your co-workers by taking small steps like this.

  1. 1 What Is The First Step In Using A Fire Extinguisher?

    1. Aim at the base of the fire
    2. Pull the pin
    3. Sweep from side to side
    4. Stand back and assess the situation
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  2. 2 What Is The Most Common Type Of PPE?

    1. Gloves
    2. Safety shoes
    3. Goggles
    4. Hard hats
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  3. 3 When Should A Risk Assessment Be Conducted?

    1. During work
    2. Before work begins
    3. After work is completed
    4. Regularly
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  4. 4 What Is The Primary Purpose Of An Emergency Evacuation Plan?

    1. To identify potential hazards
    2. To protect employees from injury
    3. To ensure a safe and orderly evacuation in an emergency situation
    4. To train employees on safety protocols
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  5. 5 What Is An "Improvement Notice"?

    1. A Notice Issued By Managing Director To Improve the Productivity Rates
    2. A Notice Issued By The Customer/Client To Speed Up The Works By The Contract
    3. A Notice Issued By the Health And Safety Executive Inspector To Improve the Health And Safety
    4. A Notice Issued By Company Management Or the Principle Contractor To Instruct You To Tidy Up
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  6. 6 What Is A Prohibition Notice?

    1. You Must Complete This Days Work & Inform Your Supervisor
    2. When You Complete The Work You Must Not Start Again
    3. Work Is To Stop For That Day
    4. The Work Must Stop Immediately
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  7. 7 How Often Should Safety Meetings Be Held?

    1. Daily
    2. Monthly
    3. Yearly
    4. Weekly
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  8. 8 What Is The Most Important Factor In Preventing Workplace Accidents?

    1. Having the right safety equipment
    2. Regularly reviewing policies and procedures
    3. Following OSHA regulations
    4. Educating employees on safety protocols
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  9. 9 What Is The Difference Between “Hazard” and “Risk”?

    1. Hazard refers to a potential danger, while risk is the chance of harm.
    2. Hazard refers to a source of danger, while risk is the amount of harm.
    3. Hazard refers to a source of danger, while risk is the likelihood of harm.
    4. Hazard refers to a potential danger, while risk is the amount of harm.
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  10. 10 What Does COSHH Stand For?

    1. Control Of Substances Hazardous To Health
    2. Careful Of Substances Harmful To Health
    3. Control Of Substances Hurtful To Health
    4. Control Of Spillages Hazardous To Health
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Test Your Basic Safety Knowledge With This Quick Quiz

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