Walmart Asessment Workplace Safety 3

Question 1

What does 'ergonomics' refer to in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Designing work tasks to fit the worker to reduce strain and injury

Answer

Ergonomics involves adjusting work tasks and environments to reduce physical strain and prevent injury.

Question 2

When is it safe to operate a powered industrial truck such as a forklift?

Accepted Answer

Only when properly trained and certified to do so

Answer

Only trained and certified employees may operate forklifts to prevent serious accidents.

Question 3

What should you do if you are unsure how to safely perform a task?

Accepted Answer

Ask a supervisor or consult safety procedures before proceeding

Answer

Consulting your supervisor or safety procedures before an unfamiliar task prevents accidents caused by guesswork.

Question 4

How should chemicals be stored in a retail stock room?

Accepted Answer

According to their SDS requirements and separated by compatibility

Answer

Storing chemicals according to their SDS requirements and compatibility prevents dangerous reactions and contamination.

Question 5

What is the purpose of conducting regular safety inspections in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

To identify and correct hazards before they cause injury

Answer

Regular safety inspections proactively identify hazards so they can be corrected before causing harm.

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