Heat Safety Quiz - Preventing Heat Illness at Work
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Heat Safety Quiz - Preventing Heat Illness at Work
This quiz will guide you through essential practices such as recognizing the initial signs of heat illnesses and the vital steps that can be taken to ensure safety. You'll learn about the importance of taking breaks in the right locations, staying hydrated, and even what type of clothing can best help manage heat stress.
The quiz also addresses emergency protocols for when someone shows symptoms of a heat-related medical issue. You'll gain insight into the importance of timely responses and how to assist someone in distress while waiting for professional help. By the end, you'll be equipped with the knowledge needed to maintain a safe working environment in hot conditions, making sure everyone stays cool and healthy.
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What percentage of heat illness fatalities occur during the first week of work?
- 50%
- 60%
- 70%
- 80%
What is a recommended location to take breaks to cool down?
- Under direct sunlight
- In a designated shady or cool location
- Near heavy machinery
- Inside a vehicle
How much cool water should workers drink, even if they are not thirsty?
- at least 1 cup every 5 minutes
- at least 1 cup every 20 minutes
- at least 1 cup every 40 minutes
- at least 1 cup every 60 minutes
What type of clothing is recommended for heat conditions?
- Dark-colored and tight-fitting
- Light-colored and loose-fitting
- Dark-colored and loose-fitting
- Reflective and breathable
What should be done if a face covering gets wet or soiled?
- Remove it
- Change it
- Ignore it
- Wash it immediately
Which of the following is NOT a sign of a heat illness medical emergency?
- Abnormal thinking or behavior
- Slurred speech
- Seizures
- Sweating heavily
What is the first step if a worker shows signs of a heat illness medical emergency?
- Give them water
- Move them to shade
- Call 911 immediately
- Take off their clothing
What should you do while waiting for help after calling 911 for a heat illness emergency?
- Leave the worker alone
- Stay with the worker and cool them with water or ice
- Give them food
- Make them walk around
Which action is recommended if a worker is experiencing headache or nausea?
- Give them coffee
- Increase their workload
- Give them water and move to a cooler area
- Ignore the symptoms
What should you do if in doubt about a worker’s heat illness symptoms?
- Move the worker to a cooler place and provide water
- Call 911
- Monitor the worker closely and remove any excess clothing
- All of the above
Heat Safety Quiz - Preventing Heat Illness at Work