Site Safe Hazard Identification NZ

Question 1

What is a 'hazard' in the context of New Zealand workplace health and safety?

Accepted Answer

Anything that has the potential to cause harm to a person

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Only chemical substances

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Only machinery that is broken

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Any situation where a worker is unsupervised

Question 2

What is a 'risk' in workplace health and safety?

Accepted Answer

The likelihood that a hazard will cause harm and the severity of that harm

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The same thing as a hazard

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The cost of fixing a safety problem

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The number of workers exposed to a hazard

Question 3

What is the first step in managing workplace risks under New Zealand guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Identify hazards

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Purchase safety equipment

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Train all workers

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Write a safety policy

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a biological hazard on a NZ construction site?

Accepted Answer

Legionella bacteria in stagnant water systems

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Noise from heavy machinery

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UV radiation from sunlight

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Trip hazards from cables

Question 5

What does a 'risk assessment' involve?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating the likelihood and consequences of harm from identified hazards

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Counting the number of hazards on site

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Measuring the cost of safety equipment

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Recording the number of accidents in the past year

Question 6

What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) used for in NZ workplaces?

Accepted Answer

To provide detailed information about hazardous substances including safe handling, storage, and emergency measures

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To record employee attendance at safety meetings

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To list all equipment on site

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To document worker qualifications