WPHS Refresher

Workplace Health and Safety Assessment

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When a noise become a hazard in the workplace the first measure taken by your host employer should be to provide you with personal earmuffs or ear plugs.

True

False
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Once a work station is ergonomically designed, you may work for prolonged periods of time without a break.

True

False
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OOS affects parts of the body that are used in work activities which require:

Please select all that apply:

frequent or repetitive movements (such as operating keyboards for long periods)

forceful movements (such as using a punch or a stamp)

postures held for long periods of time (such as looking at a computer screen that is too high, or holding your head at an angle to see past glare on the screen)
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Manual handling is just about lifting heavy objects.

True

False
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A manual task means a task that requires a person to lift, lower, push, pull, carry or other move to hold or restrain any person, animal or thing that involves one or more of the following:
- Repetitive or sustained force
- High or sudden force
- Repetitive movement
- Sustained or awkward posture
- Exposure to vibration
True

False
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Constant muscular aches or pains may indicate that there is too much physical stress

True

False

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Link the ways to reduce risk with its how to?

Ways to Reducing Risk	How to
Eliminate double handling		No Answer
Change the size or weight of the packaging		No Answer
Reduce push / pull forces		No Answer
Suitable Equipment		No Answer
A safe workplace layout		No Answer

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A fall in the workplace causing neck or head injuries may result in damage to the spinal cord. This can lead to permanent disability.

True

False

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You can pull out the appliance plug, anytime.

True – it’s safe.

False – always switch off appliances at the power point before you pull out the plug.

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What are examples of substances used in an office?

Please select all that apply:

Liquid paper Liquid paper

Glue

Spray adhesives

Inks and toners

Solvents

Cleaning fluids and agents

Pesticide sprays or slow release fertilisers used for indoor plants
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Photocopies need to be located in a well ventilated room.

True

False
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Employees who work part-time do not need to participate in evacuation drills?

True

False
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