Question 1

Falls represent about 50% of lost-time injuries in Canada.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Head injuries account for what percent of lost time accidents in Canada each year?

Accepted Answer

A)   Less than 5%
B)   Between 5 and 10%
C)   Between 10 and 20%
D)   Between 20 and 30%
E)   Greater than 30% A

Question 3

Foot rails can aid in relieving pressure on the spinal column.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

When the worker's centre of gravity is suddenly thrown out of balance, this is known as what type of accident.

Accepted Answer

A)   Trip and fall
B)   Stump and fall 3
C)   Step and fall
D)   Slip and fall
E)   Vertigo

Question 5

A face shield can be worn in place of safety glasses or goggles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A forestry worker would most likely require safety footwear identified with a green triangle marking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Under otherwise favourable conditions, most workers who are at risk of falling from what height are required to wear fall protection equipment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Greater than one metre
B)   Greater than 2 metres
C)   Greater than 3 metres
D)   Greater than 4 metres
E)   Greater than 5 metres

Question 8

Which of the following is not one of the primary causes of falls?

Accepted Answer

A)   A foreign object on the walking surface
B)   Slippery surfaces
C)   A design flaw in the walking surface.
D)   Walking surface visibility
E)   An individual's impaired physical condition

Question 9

A foreign object is any object that is out of place or in a position to trip someone or to cause a slip.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following would be an acceptable for treating an eye injury?

Accepted Answer

A)   Remove any objects embedded in the eye
B)   Be gentle with employee to prevent further injury
C)   Rinse eyes with alcohol to remove chemicals
D)   Rub eyes gently
E)   Apply light pressure until pain subsides

Question 11

A stable platform for walking is one that has a high degree of traction and is free from obstructions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

PPE should be considered a last line of defence against injuries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The ANSI Standard Z87.1 requires safety glasses to withstand specified impact and penetration testing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What protective footwear marking is most likely to be seen on safety boots worn in a heavy industrial environment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Green triangle
B)   Yellow triangle
C)   Blue rectangle
D)   White rectangle
E)   Grey rectangle

Question 15

Surface falls are divided into four categories: trip and fall; stump and fall; step and fall; and slip and fall.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Workers who are at risk of falling 3 metres are required to wear fall protection equipment

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which glove materials would be best suited for working with acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   Polyethylene or aramids
B)   Viton rubber or butyl rubber
C)   Aramids or butyl rubber
D)   Polyethylene or vinyl
E)   Leather or polyethylene

Question 18

Forklifts should move slowly and cautiously while raising or lowering a load.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Workers should rely on cleanup and maintenance, in place of safety mats, slip-resistant safety shoes, and nonslip flooring.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Leather is used as a glove material because of its comfort and puncture resistance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 17: Falling, Impact, Acceleration, Lifting, and Standing Hazards With Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment PPE

Falls represent about 50% of lost-time injuries in Canada.

Head injuries account for what percent of lost time accidents in Canada each year?

Foot rails can aid in relieving pressure on the spinal column.

When the worker's centre of gravity is suddenly thrown out of balance, this is known as what type of accident.

A face shield can be worn in place of safety glasses or goggles.

A forestry worker would most likely require safety footwear identified with a green triangle marking.

Under otherwise favourable conditions, most workers who are at risk of falling from what height are required to wear fall protection equipment?

Which of the following is not one of the primary causes of falls?

A foreign object is any object that is out of place or in a position to trip someone or to cause a slip.

Which of the following would be an acceptable for treating an eye injury?

A stable platform for walking is one that has a high degree of traction and is free from obstructions.

PPE should be considered a last line of defence against injuries.

The ANSI Standard Z87.1 requires safety glasses to withstand specified impact and penetration testing.

What protective footwear marking is most likely to be seen on safety boots worn in a heavy industrial environment?

Surface falls are divided into four categories: trip and fall; stump and fall; step and fall; and slip and fall.

Workers who are at risk of falling 3 metres are required to wear fall protection equipment

Which glove materials would be best suited for working with acids?

Forklifts should move slowly and cautiously while raising or lowering a load.

Workers should rely on cleanup and maintenance, in place of safety mats, slip-resistant safety shoes, and nonslip flooring.

Leather is used as a glove material because of its comfort and puncture resistance.