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In the workplace, there are a lot of ways in which one's safety may be compromised. This is, therefore, the reason why most organizations have guidelines which people in the organization need to follow. Take up the interesting and factual test below and test your knowledge of health and safety standards in the workplace. All the best and keep safe!

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1.

Fire Safety: If you hear a fire alarm going off, what do you do?
- A.
  
  Collect personal belongings from other areas
- B.
  
  Ignore it and stay where you are
- C.
  
  Walk to the nearest fire assembly point
- D.
  
  Go home
Correct Answer
C. Walk to the nearest fire assembly point

Explanation
All employees need to be accounted for in case of a fire, always go to the nearest fire assembly point and listen to the fire marshalls.

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2.

Fire Safety: The fire alarm finally stops ringing, what do you do?
- A.
  
  Go back to work
- B.
  
  Go home
- C.
  
  Stay where you are until the fire marshall says otherwise
Correct Answer
C. Stay where you are until the fire marshall says otherwise

Explanation
Always listen to the trained fire marshalls in the event of a fire.

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3.

Ergonomics: If you are working with a computer, how often should you take a break to rest your eyes?
- A.
  
  Every 2 hours
- B.
  
  Every 10 minutes
- C.
  
  Every 30 minutes
Correct Answer
C. Every 30 minutes

Explanation
You should look away from the monitor every 30 minutes to reduce eye strain.

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4.

General: Which number(s) should you dial incase of emergency?
- A.
  
  911
- B.
  
  112
- C.
  
  999
Correct Answer(s)
B. 112
C. 999

Explanation
112 is the standard emergency phone number in all EU member states. 999 is the standard emergency phone number in the UK and Ireland. Both are correct.

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5.

Fire Safety: Which of the following fire extinguishers cannot be used on electrical fires?
- A.
  
  Powder
- B.
  
  Foam
- C.
  
  Water
- D.
  
  Carbon Dioxide
Correct Answer(s)
B. Foam
C. Water

Explanation
Foam and water fire extinguishers cannot be used on electrical fires because they conduct electricity and can potentially cause electrocution. Powder and carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are suitable for electrical fires as they do not conduct electricity and are effective in smothering the flames.

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6.

Fire Safety: What does the fire alarm sound like?
- A.
  
  A siren
- B.
  
  A loud continuous electrical bell
Correct Answer
B. A loud continuous electrical bell

Explanation
The fire alarm will continute ringing without pause, until the fire has been put out and the area has been deemed safe again.

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7.

Ergonomics: What is the correct position for sitting at your desk?
- A.
  
  Elbows at 90 degrees while typing, lower back in contact with the backrest of your chair, feet firmly on the ground or on a footrest.
- B.
  
  Elbows at 90 degrees while typing, lower back in contact with the backrest of your chair, feet dangling one inch above the ground
- C.
  
  Elbows at 120 degrees while typing, lower back in contact with the backrest of your chair, feet firmly on the ground or on a footrest.
- D.
  
  Elbows at 90 degrees while typing, sitting on the edge your chair, feet firmly on the ground or on a footrest.
Correct Answer
A. Elbows at 90 degrees while typing, lower back in contact with the backrest of your chair, feet firmly on the ground or on a footrest.

Explanation
It is important to sit with the correct posture to avoid any cramps or pains.

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8.

Ergonomics: How often should you get up and move around from your chair?
- A.
  
  Every half hour
- B.
  
  Every hour
- C.
  
  Every 2 hours
- D.
  
  At morning break, lunch time and 5 o'clock.
Correct Answer
B. Every hour

Explanation
It is important to change your posture frequently and to move around, to prevent any cramps or tiredness.

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9.

General: If you see something that might be a potential hazard, what do you do?
- A.
  
  Report it to the relevant manager
- B.
  
  Do nothing
- C.
  
  Try and fix it yourself
Correct Answer
A. Report it to the relevant manager

Explanation
Anything from trailing leads from computers to torn or broken floor coverings could cause an accident. Always ensure that stairs are well lit and that passageways are kept clear. Always clean up any spillages and make sure you aren't the cause of any hazards!

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Fire Safety: Can you tell me where your nearst Fire Assembly area is?
- A.
  
  Yes!
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
A. Yes!

Explanation
If you don't know, you need to check!

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Health & Safety Knowledge

Fire Safety: If you hear a fire alarm going off, what do you do?

Fire Safety: The fire alarm finally stops ringing, what do you do?

Ergonomics: If you are working with a computer, how often should you take a break to rest your eyes?

General: Which number(s) should you dial incase of emergency?

Fire Safety: Which of the following fire extinguishers cannot be used on electrical fires?

Fire Safety: What does the fire alarm sound like?

Ergonomics: What is the correct position for sitting at your desk?

Ergonomics: How often should you get up and move around from your chair?

General: If you see something that might be a potential hazard, what do you do?

Fire Safety: Can you tell me where your nearst Fire Assembly area is?