Question 1

One important approach to controlling accidents at work is to design more security into the workplace through a process called _____.

Accepted Answer

Safety engineering is the process of designing workplaces and systems to prevent accidents and harm, making it the correct approach to controlling accidents at work through design.

Question 2

In the context of the causes of stress at work, which of the following is a physical demand stressor?

Accepted Answer

Office design is a physical demand stressor as it relates to the physical environment and conditions in which employees work.

Question 3

In the context of common workplace hazards, which of the following refers to a shield or other piece of equipment that keeps body parts from contacting moving machine parts such as gears and conveyor belts?

Accepted Answer

Guarding refers to the use of shields or other protective devices to prevent workers' body parts from coming into contact with moving machinery parts, thereby reducing the risk of injury.

Question 4

Which of the following is an agency within the Department of Health that conducts research to help establish appropriate safety and health criteria?

Accepted Answer

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that conducts research and makes recommendations to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.

Question 5

Which of the following is a difference between physical demands and role demands as organizational stressors?

Accepted Answer

Physical demands are related to the physical aspects of the job such as working conditions and physical tasks required, while role demands involve the psychological aspects such as role ambiguity or role conflict within the organizational setting.

Question 6

Diane, a copy typist at a leading newspaper, is considered the best worker in her team. Because of her high typing speed, her team leader increases daily targets for all typists. Her teammates want her to reduce her typing speed so that the team leader does not increase targets any further. Diane, who likes to be efficient and quick in her work, is most likely to be stressed because of her _____.

Accepted Answer

Diane is likely to be stressed due to interpersonal demands, as her teammates are pressuring her to change her work habits, which can create tension and conflict within the team.

Question 7

Which of the following statements best defines the safety climate of an organization?

Accepted Answer

Safety climate refers to the shared perceptions among employees regarding the significance and prioritization of safety within their organization. It encompasses the attitudes, beliefs, and values about safety that are commonly held by members of the organization.

Question 8

In the context of workplace security, which of the following is designed to make sure that an employee can afford the medical services he or she may require?

Accepted Answer

Health insurance is designed to ensure that an employee can afford medical services they may require.

Question 9

Jason, the facilities manager at an automobile manufacturing company, realizes that the number of accidents at the assembly unit has not reduced even after training the workers. Which of the following strategies should he adopt to effectively reduce the number of accidents?

Accepted Answer

Providing safety incentives to workers can effectively reduce the number of accidents by motivating them to adhere to safety protocols and practices.

Question 10

In his job as a flight attendant, Kim is required to help people with their baggage, push food carts, and respond to customer requests. He needs to be efficient in his work to ensure that he retains his job as his company is in the process of downsizing. In the context of causes of stresses at work, the given scenario illustrates Kim's _____.

Accepted Answer

Task demands refer to the stressors associated with the specific tasks or duties that an employee is required to perform. In Kim's case, the need to help with baggage, push food carts, and respond to customer requests are specific tasks that contribute to his stress.

Question 11

Which of the following programs are organizational programs created specifically to help employees deal with tension and anxiety?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Which of the following statements defines health hazards?

Accepted Answer

Health hazards in the workplace are elements or conditions that can harm an employee's health over time, often in ways that may not be immediately apparent. These can include exposure to chemicals, noise, and ergonomic issues, among others, which can lead to chronic illnesses or conditions.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is true of the differences in how employees experience stress?

Accepted Answer

Type A personalities are characterized by being more competitive, highly organized, ambitious, impatient, highly aware of time management and/or aggressive. This contrasts with Type B personalities, who are generally more relaxed, less 'neurotic', less competitive, and less easily stressed. Therefore, Type A personalities are more likely to experience stress than Type B. Regarding gender differences, research has shown that women report higher levels of work-related stress compared to men, making option D correct. Options A and C are incorrect based on the characteristics of Type A and Type B personalities, and option B is incorrect as studies have shown that women are more likely to report stress-related absences.

Question 14

In the context of the causes of stress at work, group pressures, leadership style, and conflicting personalities are categorized as _____.

Accepted Answer

Group pressures, leadership style, and conflicting personalities are all related to interactions with other people at work, which are categorized as interpersonal demands.

Question 15

In the context of stresses at work, which of the following statements is true of task demands?

Accepted Answer

Task demands are stressors related to the specific job a person performs, including the nature of the tasks, the workload, and the complexity of the tasks.

Question 16

Which of the following is a person's adaptive response to a stimulus that places excessive psychological or physical demands on him or her?

Accepted Answer

Stress is the adaptive response to a stimulus that places excessive psychological or physical demands on an individual. It is the body's way of reacting to a challenge or demand, often triggering a "fight or flight" response to perceived threats.

Question 17

In the context of the differences in how one experiences stress, which of the following is characterized as being highly competitive with few interests outside of work?

Accepted Answer

The Type A personality is characterized by being highly competitive, having a strong sense of urgency, and often having few interests outside of work. This contrasts with Type B personalities, who are generally more relaxed and less driven by competition.

Question 18

Which of the following refers to an individual difference that allows some individuals to experience less stress when dealing with stressful events and that makes them more effective in dealing with the stress they do experience?

Accepted Answer

Hardiness refers to a personality trait that involves a sense of control, commitment, and challenge in life, which helps individuals cope better with stress and reduces the impact of stressful situations.

Question 19

In the context of the causes of stress at work, which of the following is a physical demand stressor?

Accepted Answer

Temperature is a physical demand stressor because it relates to the physical environment in which a person works, which can significantly affect comfort and performance.

Question 20

Which of the following is a set of expected behaviors associated with a position in a group or organization?

Accepted Answer

A role defines the set of expected behaviors associated with a particular position in a group or organization.

Quiz 12: Safety, Health, Well-Being, and Security

One important approach to controlling accidents at work is to design more security into the workplace through a process called _____.

In the context of the causes of stress at work, which of the following is a physical demand stressor?

In the context of common workplace hazards, which of the following refers to a shield or other piece of equipment that keeps body parts from contacting moving machine parts such as gears and conveyor belts?

Which of the following is an agency within the Department of Health that conducts research to help establish appropriate safety and health criteria?

Which of the following is a difference between physical demands and role demands as organizational stressors?

Which of the following statements best defines the safety climate of an organization?

In the context of workplace security, which of the following is designed to make sure that an employee can afford the medical services he or she may require?

Jason, the facilities manager at an automobile manufacturing company, realizes that the number of accidents at the assembly unit has not reduced even after training the workers. Which of the following strategies should he adopt to effectively reduce the number of accidents?

Which of the following programs are organizational programs created specifically to help employees deal with tension and anxiety?

Which of the following statements defines health hazards?

Which of the following statements is true of the differences in how employees experience stress?

In the context of the causes of stress at work, group pressures, leadership style, and conflicting personalities are categorized as _____.

In the context of stresses at work, which of the following statements is true of task demands?

Which of the following is a person's adaptive response to a stimulus that places excessive psychological or physical demands on him or her?

In the context of the differences in how one experiences stress, which of the following is characterized as being highly competitive with few interests outside of work?

Which of the following refers to an individual difference that allows some individuals to experience less stress when dealing with stressful events and that makes them more effective in dealing with the stress they do experience?

In the context of the causes of stress at work, which of the following is a physical demand stressor?

Which of the following is a set of expected behaviors associated with a position in a group or organization?