by alex
Ensuring a safe workplace is not just a legal obligation but a moral one. This quiz will challenge your understanding of various safety protocols, emergency procedures, and best practices to keep you and your colleagues safe. Let’s see how well you know the ins and outs of workplace safety!
Workplace Safety Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary purpose of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?
To list the price of materials
To describe the hazards of chemicals
To provide company policies
To outline the company hierarchy
2. Which of the following is a common cause of workplace injuries?
Reading emails
Slips, trips, and falls
Attending meetings
Using a computer
3. What should you do first if you discover a fire in the workplace?
Try to extinguish the fire
Sound the fire alarm
Call your supervisor
Continue working
4. What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
Professional Protective Equipment
Personal Performance Equipment
Professional Performance Equipment
5. Which of the following is NOT considered a form of PPE?
Safety goggles
Earplugs
Hard hat
Office chair
6. Why is it important to report near-miss incidents?
To blame someone
To improve safety measures
To fill out paperwork
To get a day off
7. What is the recommended procedure for lifting heavy objects?
Bend your back and lift
Use your legs to lift
Lift quickly to minimize strain
Ask a colleague to lift for you
8. Which of the following is a sign of heat exhaustion?
Shivering
Cold, clammy skin
Increased appetite
Dry mouth
9. What should you do if you encounter a chemical spill?
Ignore it and continue working
Clean it up immediately without protection
Evacuate the area and report it
Try to neutralize the chemical
10. Which of the following is a common ergonomic hazard?
Poor lighting
Uncomfortable seating
Loud noises
Slippery floors
