S11/GI Risk Assessment and Hazard Management 2

Question 1

What does 'Take 5' refer to in a Queensland mining safety context?

Accepted Answer

A quick personal hazard identification process performed before starting a task

Answer

Take 5 is a simple stop-think-act process where a worker pauses before a task to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls before proceeding.

Question 2

What does JSEA stand for in the Queensland mining industry?

Accepted Answer

Job Safety and Environment Analysis

Answer

JSEA stands for Job Safety and Environment Analysis — a structured tool used to identify hazards for each step of a job and determine appropriate controls.

Question 3

When should a Take 5 hazard check be completed?

Accepted Answer

Before starting any new or non-routine task during a shift

Answer

A Take 5 should be completed before any new or non-routine task so workers can identify and address hazards before they cause harm.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) in mining?

Accepted Answer

To identify hazards associated with each job step and implement appropriate controls

Answer

A JHA systematically breaks a job into steps, identifies hazards at each step, and determines controls to reduce the risk before the work begins.

Question 5

In Queensland mining, a JSEA is typically completed by:

Accepted Answer

The workers who will perform the task, with input from the supervisor

Answer

The workers who will carry out the task are best placed to identify the hazards, so a JSEA is completed by the work team with supervisor involvement.

Standard 11 Mining Practice Test

Standard 11 Mining Practice Test

S11/GI Risk Assessment and Hazard Management 2