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  1. What is a 'near miss' in safety terms?

    Answer: An incident that could have caused injury but did not

    A near miss is an event that had the potential to cause harm but didn't.

  2. Which type of fire extinguisher is used on electrical fires?

    Answer: Class C

    Class C extinguishers are rated for energized electrical equipment fires.

  3. What does the acronym PASS describe?

    Answer: How to operate a fire extinguisher

    PASS stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep when using a fire extinguisher.

  4. Why should walkways and exits be kept clear at all times?

    Answer: To allow safe egress during emergencies

    Clear exits and walkways ensure people can escape quickly in an emergency.

  5. What is the best control according to the hierarchy of controls?

    Answer: Elimination of the hazard

    Elimination removes the hazard entirely and sits at the top of the hierarchy.

  6. When should safety training be provided to a new employee?

    Answer: Before they begin hazardous work

    Training must occur before employees are exposed to workplace hazards.

  7. What is the purpose of machine guarding?

    Answer: To protect operators from moving parts

    Machine guards prevent contact with dangerous moving parts.