Safety Trained Supervisor Hazard Control Principles 2

Question 1

Which hierarchy of controls level involves replacing a hazardous material with a less hazardous one?

Accepted Answer

Substitution

Answer

Elimination

Answer

Engineering controls

Answer

Administrative controls

Question 2

How do engineering controls differ from administrative controls?

Accepted Answer

Engineering physically changes the workplace; administrative changes how people work

Answer

Engineering requires compliance; administrative are automatic

Answer

Engineering is more expensive so always preferred

Answer

No significant difference

Question 3

What is a risk assessment matrix used for?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating and prioritizing hazards based on likelihood and severity

Answer

Calculating compensation premiums

Answer

Tracking safety equipment inventory

Answer

Scheduling safety training

Question 4

Why is PPE the least effective control level?

Accepted Answer

PPE depends on correct selection, fit, use, and maintenance while the hazard still exists

Answer

PPE is always uncomfortable

Answer

PPE is most expensive

Answer

PPE only protects against chemical hazards

Question 5

What is residual risk in hazard control?

Accepted Answer

The risk remaining after all reasonably practicable controls are implemented

Answer

Risk after complete elimination

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Risk from new controls

Answer

Risk score before controls

Question 6

How should a supervisor determine the appropriate control level?

Accepted Answer

Apply the hierarchy from the top, implementing the highest feasible level

Answer

Start with PPE as quickest

Answer

Use whatever the budget allows

Answer

Have workers vote on preference