OFA Emergency Response & Scene Assessment 2

Question 1

When approaching an industrial accident scene with chemical spills, what is your FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the scene is safe for rescuers

Answer

Rescuer safety is always the first priority; entering an unsafe chemical scene can create additional casualties.

Question 2

A worker is unresponsive after a fall from height. What should you assess FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Level of consciousness

Answer

Level of consciousness (LOC) is the first step in primary assessment using the AVPU scale (Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive).

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a primary survey in emergency response?

Accepted Answer

Identify and treat life-threatening conditions immediately

Answer

The primary survey (DRABC) rapidly identifies and manages life-threatening conditions such as airway obstruction, absent breathing, and severe bleeding.

Question 4

You arrive at a scene where a co-worker has been electrocuted and is still in contact with the power source. What do you do?

Accepted Answer

Do not approach until the power is confirmed off

Answer

Electrical current can arc and kill a rescuer; never approach until a qualified person has confirmed power is disconnected.

Question 5

The acronym SAMPLE, used during secondary assessment, stands for Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Pertinent history, Last oral intake, and:

Accepted Answer

Events leading to the emergency

Answer

The 'E' in SAMPLE stands for Events leading to the emergency, helping to understand what precipitated the patient's condition.

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

OFA Emergency Response & Scene Assessment 2