OFA Injury Management & Workplace Safety Procedures 2

Question 1

A worker suffers a deep laceration with heavy bleeding. After applying direct pressure, bleeding continues through the bandage. What is the correct next step?

Accepted Answer

Apply additional dressings on top of the existing ones and increase pressure

Answer

You should never remove a soaked bandage; instead, add more dressings on top to maintain pressure and improve clotting.

Question 2

Which of the following workplace injuries requires IMMEDIATE activation of emergency services (911)?

Accepted Answer

An employee who is unconscious and unresponsive

Answer

An unconscious and unresponsive worker indicates a life-threatening condition requiring immediate EMS activation.

Question 3

An OFA attendant suspects a coworker has a fractured forearm. The most appropriate action before EMS arrives is to:

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the arm in the position found using a splint or sling

Answer

Fractures should be immobilized in the position found to prevent further injury and reduce pain.

Question 4

Under OSHA regulations, what is the PRIMARY purpose of maintaining a workplace first aid log?

Accepted Answer

To track recordable incidents and support workplace safety improvements

Answer

OSHA requires incident logs to identify hazard patterns and drive safety improvements in the workplace.

Question 5

A worker inhales chemical fumes and begins coughing with irritated eyes. The first step an OFA attendant should take is to:

Accepted Answer

Move the worker to fresh air immediately

Answer

Removing the victim from the contaminated environment and moving them to fresh air is always the first priority in inhalation exposure.

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

OFA Injury Management & Workplace Safety Procedures 2