Workplace Safety Quiz

What is the proper way to lift heavy objects to prevent injury?

• Bend at the waist quickly
• Bend your knees and keep your back straight
• Keep legs straight and use back muscles
• Ask a coworker to do it for you

Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?

• Water
• Foam
• Carbon dioxide (CO2)
• Wet chemical

What is the best keyboard position to minimize wrist and arm strain while working?

• At elbow height, with wrists straight and relaxed
• Higher than your elbows, so your hands point downward
• Flat on your lap while you type
• As far away as possible from your chair

What should you do if a fire alarm sounds at work?

• Make sure all windows are closed before leaving
• Evacuate immediately using designated routes
• Gather your personal items first
• Wait for confirmation that it is real

Why should you keep ventilation systems and air vents unblocked?

• It may make the room uncomfortable
• It can cause overheating or unsafe air quality
• It wastes electricity
• It is against company policy

Which of these is a common sign of heat stress among workers?

• Cold and clammy skin
• Loss of appetite
• Intense thirst
• Excessive sweating

Which of the following should NOT be done when using a ladder?

• Placing the ladder on a stable, level surface
• Standing on the top step to reach higher
• Facing the ladder
• Wearing slip-resistant footwear while climbing

What should you do before using personal protective equipment?

• Put it on immediately and begin the task
• Assume it is safe if no one reported issues
• Check it only after the task is completed
• Inspect it carefully before each use

What is the recommended position for your computer monitor?

• At eye level, about an arm’s length away
• Above eye level, so you look upward slightly
• As far as possible to reduce eye strain
• At knee height, tilted upward

Which of the following is the best way to prevent tripping hazards in an office environment?

• Keep walkways clear of clutter
• Place bags under desks, not in aisles
• Use cord covers for electrical wires
• All of the above