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Health & Safety Quiz Answers

1: Workers in Ontario have three basic rights when it comes to health and safety. Which of the following is not one of your rights?

    The right to shut down an unsafe workplace.But you do have the right to refuse work that you feel is unsafe.

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2: The number one cause of injury to young workers is:

    Slips and falls

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3: If you are injured on the job, the first thing you should do is:

    Get first aid treatment

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4: True or false: Your boss can fire you for refusing to perform unsafe work.
    False. You cannot be fired, suspended or have your pay docked if you refuse to perform what you believe is unsafe work.

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5: Most on-the-job injuries to young people take place in which industry?
    Service. Restaurants, grocery stores and other service sector workplaces have many possible dangers.

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6: True or false: People who work in offices don't have to worry about workplace health and safety.
    False. Office workers can get ergonomic injuries such as repetitive strain injury. Other hazards include indoor air quality, chemicals that might be stored in the office; loose wires, etc.

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7: You have to play your part too if you want to work safely. Which of the following are among your responsibilities?
  • Work smart; work safe - don't fool around on the job
  • Report unsafe conditions
  • Dress for the job - wear any required protective equipment or clothing
  • Get to know the emergency procedures
  • Report all injuries
  • All of the above

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8: True or false: Your boss is required by law to train you if you are exposed or likely to be exposed to a hazardous substance.

    True

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9: True or false: Young workers have faster reflexes, so they are less likely to be hurt on the job.
    False. Young workers have a high rate of on-the-job injuries.

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10: If you have a question about health and safety at work, you can talk to:
  • Your health and safety representative
  • Your supervisor
  • A member of the workplace joint health and safety committee
  • A union representative
  • A health and safety professional
  • Any of the above

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