Question 1

What are the components or elements of WHMIS?

Accepted Answer

A) labeling of hazardous material;public information sessions;material safety data sheet (MSDS) 
B) public information sessions;training supply labels 
C) MSDS employee,customer and supplier training 
D) labeling of hazardous material;MSDS;training 
A) labeling of hazardous material;public information sessions;material safety data sheet (MSDS) 
B) public information sessions;training supply labels 
C) MSDS employee,customer and supplier training 
D) labeling of hazardous material;MSDS;training

Question 2

Scenario 8.4: BC Ferries Queen of the North Sinking
The Transportation Safety Board investigation into the sinking of the BC Ferries Inc.Queen of the North,and the fatalities of two passengers warned that some crew members in safety-critical positions regularly smoked cannabis between shifts,both on board and off the vessel on which they lived for several weeks.During the investigation,the CEO of BC Ferries reacted emotionally,requesting publicly that he wanted the TSB to recommend mandatory drug testing of all employees.The Marine Workers' Union stated that they were not aware of cannabis use by crew members,yet it seemed well-known among BC Ferries' employees and officers.The union,speaking on behalf of its members,has never supported substance abuse testing.
-Please refer to Scenario 8.4.What is the problem with the CEO of BC ferries recommending mandatory drug testing?

Accepted Answer

A) drug testing requires organizational leadership support and safety culture 
B) drug testing is not legally permitted in Canada 
C) drug testing is not required because BC Ferries has a zero tolerance drug policy 
D) it is unclear which employees use medically prescribed drugs while on the job 
A) drug testing requires organizational leadership support and safety culture 
B) drug testing is not legally permitted in Canada 
C) drug testing is not required because BC Ferries has a zero tolerance drug policy 
D) it is unclear which employees use medically prescribed drugs while on the job

Question 3

Scenario 8.3: Emergency Room Shutdown
On Saturday,February 28,2013,Ciara Michal,the human resource manager at Strathcona Hospital,made a decision to shut down the hospital's emergency room.A second registered nurse had refused to work a 12-hour shift due to fears concerning the spread and infection of several communicable diseases.Patients had to be directed to another hospital,260 km away.Michal had spent the last several hours fielding questions and concerns from hospital staff,the public,and government representatives about the hospital emergency room closure.Several additional health and safety concerns were brought to her attention,pointing to a larger problem.
Emergency room doctors and nurses working at Lochview Hospital are particularly concerned about the risk of patients contracting C.difficile virus,as the incidents of infection had increased 300% in two years.There had been two recent needle-stick injuries: one involving a rushed emergency room cleaning staff person and the other,a practicum nursing student.These incidents posed both physical and emotional threats related to the hepatitis B virus,the hepatitis C virus,and HIV.All emergency room staff,as well as paramedics and emergency social services staff,are concerned about the shortage of hospital beds and the makeshift system of creating an overflow ward in the hallways and cafeteria.Hallway beds don't have the safety equipment available,leading to mistakes and poor care.Extension cords run across the floors in order to reach electrical outlets.Patients with acute problems are seen in chairs,and some are tucked way into corners where they cannot be observed.These stressful working conditions are having an adverse impact on emergency room health-care workers.Over 10% of the emergency room staff are on extended stress-related leaves.
-Please refer to Scenario 8.3.Which of the following is a workplace stressor?

Accepted Answer

A) chance occurrences 
B) risk assessments 
C) job content and control 
D) risky environments 
A) chance occurrences 
B) risk assessments 
C) job content and control 
D) risky environments

Question 4

Which of the following is an employee responsibility for health and safety?

Accepted Answer

A) perform all duties assigned regardless of risk of exposure to hazards 
B) implement health and safety programs 
C) develop safety rules and regulations 
D) report all unsafe conditions 
A) perform all duties assigned regardless of risk of exposure to hazards 
B) implement health and safety programs 
C) develop safety rules and regulations 
D) report all unsafe conditions

Question 5

It is generally recognized in our society that better health is beneficial to the individual and the organization.What programs could an organization offer to encourage healthier lifestyles among its employees?

Accepted Answer

A) this is the responsibility of the employee not the employer 
B) wellness programs that encourage health through programs that emphasize exercise and nutrition 
C) WHMIS training 
D) expand programs beyond the legally required health and safety programs 
A) this is the responsibility of the employee not the employer 
B) wellness programs that encourage health through programs that emphasize exercise and nutrition 
C) WHMIS training 
D) expand programs beyond the legally required health and safety programs

Question 6

Scenario 8.1: SaFE
The Safety For Everyone (SaFE)program at Canadian Rails (CR)encourages peer-on-peer safety."SaFE observers" provide positive and constructive feedback to peers during a shift.At-risk behaviours are discussed in confidence and corrected on the spot.General observations are noted by the SaFE observer and shared with supervisors for future analysis.Several weeks ago CR experienced a train crash in which several employees were injured.Many employees are emotional and shocked that this occurred as CR has extensive health and safety policies and practices to ensure public safety of which SaFE is only one of many health and safety initiatives.There had also been a high number of injuries by employees working in the Canadian Rails shipyards.
-Please refer to Scenario 8.1.The supervisors of the rail crews stated that they were not aware of cannabis use by their rail crew members.What were the supervisors' legal responsibilities in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A) ensure passengers are safe 
B) follow safe work procedures 
C) establish a health and safety program 
D) conduct workplace inspections and correct unsafe acts 
A) ensure passengers are safe 
B) follow safe work procedures 
C) establish a health and safety program 
D) conduct workplace inspections and correct unsafe acts

Question 7

Scenario 8.1: SaFE
The Safety For Everyone (SaFE)program at Canadian Rails (CR)encourages peer-on-peer safety."SaFE observers" provide positive and constructive feedback to peers during a shift.At-risk behaviours are discussed in confidence and corrected on the spot.General observations are noted by the SaFE observer and shared with supervisors for future analysis.Several weeks ago CR experienced a train crash in which several employees were injured.Many employees are emotional and shocked that this occurred as CR has extensive health and safety policies and practices to ensure public safety of which SaFE is only one of many health and safety initiatives.There had also been a high number of injuries by employees working in the Canadian Rails shipyards.
-Please refer to Scenario 8.1.What type of training would you provide for a new employee who will be participating in this SaFE program? New employees need to have the skills to communicate effective feedback to their peers.

Accepted Answer

A) a communication training manual detailing effective communication techniques 
B) role play training on how to give and receive feedback 
C) off-the-job specialized training 
D) a case study and discussion on effective two-way communication 
A) a communication training manual detailing effective communication techniques 
B) role play training on how to give and receive feedback 
C) off-the-job specialized training 
D) a case study and discussion on effective two-way communication

Question 8

Which statement best explains the purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets?

Accepted Answer

A) They are designed to alert the worker that the container holds a potentially hazardous substance. 
B) They are a primary method of informing employees about health risks and handling instructions associated with chemicals and other potentially hazardous substances. 
C) They replace Hazard Communication Standards under previous safety legislation. 
D) They are meant predominantly to warn transportation workers such as truck drivers. 
A) They are designed to alert the worker that the container holds a potentially hazardous substance. 
B) They are a primary method of informing employees about health risks and handling instructions associated with chemicals and other potentially hazardous substances. 
C) They replace Hazard Communication Standards under previous safety legislation. 
D) They are meant predominantly to warn transportation workers such as truck drivers.

Question 9

Where do injuries and fatalities typically occur?

Accepted Answer

A) more frequently off the job than on the job 
B) as frequently off the job as on the job 
C) more frequently on the job than off the job 
D) more frequently on the highway than anywhere else 
A) more frequently off the job than on the job 
B) as frequently off the job as on the job 
C) more frequently on the job than off the job 
D) more frequently on the highway than anywhere else

Question 10

What is an employer's responsibility under health and safety legislation?

Accepted Answer

A) providing on-the-job safety training 
B) monitoring workers' health and safety behaviours 
C) informing workers about safety and health requirements 
D) compiling an annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses 
A) providing on-the-job safety training 
B) monitoring workers' health and safety behaviours 
C) informing workers about safety and health requirements 
D) compiling an annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses

Question 11

What is the name of the health and safety legislation in which company owners and directors,and governments can be charged with criminal negligence?

Accepted Answer

A) Health and Safety Code 
B) Bill C45 
C) Workers' Compensation Act 
D) WorkSafe BC 
A) Health and Safety Code 
B) Bill C45 
C) Workers' Compensation Act 
D) WorkSafe BC

Question 12

Scenario 8.1: SaFE
The Safety For Everyone (SaFE)program at Canadian Rails (CR)encourages peer-on-peer safety."SaFE observers" provide positive and constructive feedback to peers during a shift.At-risk behaviours are discussed in confidence and corrected on the spot.General observations are noted by the SaFE observer and shared with supervisors for future analysis.Several weeks ago CR experienced a train crash in which several employees were injured.Many employees are emotional and shocked that this occurred as CR has extensive health and safety policies and practices to ensure public safety of which SaFE is only one of many health and safety initiatives.There had also been a high number of injuries by employees working in the Canadian Rails shipyards.
-Please refer to Scenario 8.1.CR follows a shared responsibility model of workplace safety.What does this model assume about health and safety?

Accepted Answer

A) workers share the responsibility for safety among themselves 
B) workers and line supervisors share responsibility for safety together 
C) the employer is solely responsible for safety 
D) the employees and the employer must co-operate on ensuring safety 
A) workers share the responsibility for safety among themselves 
B) workers and line supervisors share responsibility for safety together 
C) the employer is solely responsible for safety 
D) the employees and the employer must co-operate on ensuring safety

Question 13

As far as workplace violence is concerned,which measure is NOT required under occupational health and safety regulations?

Accepted Answer

A) Employees who witness violence must take reasonable action to stop it. 
B) The incidents must be reported. 
C) Policies and procedures must be developed. 
D) Risk management strategies must be established. 
A) Employees who witness violence must take reasonable action to stop it. 
B) The incidents must be reported. 
C) Policies and procedures must be developed. 
D) Risk management strategies must be established.

Question 14

What are the new legislative requirements that owners must meet to ensure their work environment is free of violence?

Accepted Answer

A) conduct a risk assessment 
B) development of policies and procedures to deal with security measures 
C) post the legislation where employees can read it 
D) develop an emergency response plan 
A) conduct a risk assessment 
B) development of policies and procedures to deal with security measures 
C) post the legislation where employees can read it 
D) develop an emergency response plan

Question 15

Which of the following is a factor that causes an occupational injury?

Accepted Answer

A) chemical exposure 
B) fracture (workplace accident) 
C) inhalation of fumes 
D) stress 
A) chemical exposure 
B) fracture (workplace accident) 
C) inhalation of fumes 
D) stress

Question 16

What would be a major criticism by unions about wellness programs?

Accepted Answer

A) The money spent on wellness programs could be used to pay better wages. 
B) Urging people to engage in wellness activities often borders on harassment. 
C) Identifying employees as unhealthy individuals is a violation of their right to privacy. 
D) They focus too much on a person's unhealthy lifestyle and ignore workplace issues that create unhealthy employees. 
A) The money spent on wellness programs could be used to pay better wages. 
B) Urging people to engage in wellness activities often borders on harassment. 
C) Identifying employees as unhealthy individuals is a violation of their right to privacy. 
D) They focus too much on a person's unhealthy lifestyle and ignore workplace issues that create unhealthy employees.

Question 17

According to the text,what is the most important role of a safety program?

Accepted Answer

A) to show employees that safety is a serious business and those unable to perform their jobs in a safe manner will be terminated 
B) to motivate managers,supervisors,and subordinates to be aware of safety considerations 
C) to keep injury and illness costs at a minimum 
D) to keep injury levels at a reasonable level,while maintaining high productivity 
A) to show employees that safety is a serious business and those unable to perform their jobs in a safe manner will be terminated 
B) to motivate managers,supervisors,and subordinates to be aware of safety considerations 
C) to keep injury and illness costs at a minimum 
D) to keep injury levels at a reasonable level,while maintaining high productivity

Question 18

What best defines an organization's senior management team's legal fundamental health and safety responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

A) to ensure day-to-day health and safety of employees 
B) to take reasonable precautions to ensure employee safety 
C) to follow on-site daily rules and expectations of the organization 
D) to follow health and safety on-site practices 
A) to ensure day-to-day health and safety of employees 
B) to take reasonable precautions to ensure employee safety 
C) to follow on-site daily rules and expectations of the organization 
D) to follow health and safety on-site practices

Question 19

Please refer to Scenario 8.5.What are the healthcare supervisor's legal responsibilities in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A) ensure passengers are safe 
B) follow safe work procedures 
C) establish a health and safety program 
D) conduct workplace inspections and correct unsafe acts 
A) ensure passengers are safe 
B) follow safe work procedures 
C) establish a health and safety program 
D) conduct workplace inspections and correct unsafe acts

Question 20

Scenario 8.1: SaFE
The Safety For Everyone (SaFE)program at Canadian Rails (CR)encourages peer-on-peer safety."SaFE observers" provide positive and constructive feedback to peers during a shift.At-risk behaviours are discussed in confidence and corrected on the spot.General observations are noted by the SaFE observer and shared with supervisors for future analysis.Several weeks ago CR experienced a train crash in which several employees were injured.Many employees are emotional and shocked that this occurred as CR has extensive health and safety policies and practices to ensure public safety of which SaFE is only one of many health and safety initiatives.There had also been a high number of injuries by employees working in the Canadian Rails shipyards.
-Please refer to Scenario 8.1.What best defines the CR senior management team's legal fundamental health and safety responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

A) to ensure day-to-day health and safety of employees 
B) to take reasonable precautions to ensure employee safety 
C) to follow on-site rules and expectations of their organization 
D) to follow health and safety on-site practices 
A) to ensure day-to-day health and safety of employees 
B) to take reasonable precautions to ensure employee safety 
C) to follow on-site rules and expectations of their organization 
D) to follow health and safety on-site practices

What are the components or elements of WHMIS?

Which of the following is an employee responsibility for health and safety?

It is generally recognized in our society that better health is beneficial to the individual and the organization.What programs could an organization offer to encourage healthier lifestyles among its employees?

Which statement best explains the purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets?

Where do injuries and fatalities typically occur?

What is an employer's responsibility under health and safety legislation?

What is the name of the health and safety legislation in which company owners and directors,and governments can be charged with criminal negligence?

As far as workplace violence is concerned,which measure is NOT required under occupational health and safety regulations?

What are the new legislative requirements that owners must meet to ensure their work environment is free of violence?

Which of the following is a factor that causes an occupational injury?

What would be a major criticism by unions about wellness programs?

According to the text,what is the most important role of a safety program?

What best defines an organization's senior management team's legal fundamental health and safety responsibilities?

Please refer to Scenario 8.5.What are the healthcare supervisor's legal responsibilities in this situation?

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Exam 8: A Part 1creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

What are the components or elements of WHMIS?

Which of the following is an employee responsibility for health and safety?

It is generally recognized in our society that better health is beneficial to the individual and the organization.What programs could an organization offer to encourage healthier lifestyles among its employees?

Which statement best explains the purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets?

Where do injuries and fatalities typically occur?

What is an employer's responsibility under health and safety legislation?

What is the name of the health and safety legislation in which company owners and directors,and governments can be charged with criminal negligence?

As far as workplace violence is concerned,which measure is NOT required under occupational health and safety regulations?

What are the new legislative requirements that owners must meet to ensure their work environment is free of violence?

Which of the following is a factor that causes an occupational injury?

What would be a major criticism by unions about wellness programs?

According to the text,what is the most important role of a safety program?

What best defines an organization's senior management team's legal fundamental health and safety responsibilities?

Please refer to Scenario 8.5.What are the healthcare supervisor's legal responsibilities in this situation?

The Challenges of Hrm

The Legal Framework of Hrm

Defining and Designing the Work

Human Resource Planning, recruitment, and Selection

Orientation, training, and Development

Managing Performance

Recognizing and Rewarding Employees

B Part 2creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

Management Rights, employee Rights, and Discipline

Labour Relations and Collective Bargaining

International Human Resources Management

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