Question 1

A delivery van driver for Chung's courier company had a collision while on delivery.There was $6500 of damage to the van and a substitute driver needed to be paid while the regular driver was recovering from his injuries.These expenses are best described as examples of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The expenses described in the scenario, such as the damage to the van and payment to a substitute driver, are direct costs. Direct costs are expenses that are directly attributed to the production of goods or services, in this case, the delivery of packages.

Question 2

What other group of workers might be as susceptible to "brown lung" as textile workers?

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of an employer's responsibility under OH&S legislation?

Accepted Answer

Preparing a written occupational health and safety policy is an example of an employer's responsibility under OH&S legislation. Employers are required to establish policies and procedures for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, and documenting this in a written policy is one way to ensure compliance with legislation.

The other options are not necessarily responsibilities under OH&S legislation. Providing financial support for injured workers may be a moral responsibility, but it is not a legal requirement. Cleaning up before an inspection may be a good practice, but it does not address the underlying health and safety issues. Conducting research on health and safety issues may be important, but it is not a specific responsibility imposed by law.

Question 4

Raina is a retail manager.She sprained her wrist when she slipped off a stepladder when moving stock from a high shelf.Which of the following has Raina experienced?

Accepted Answer

Raina has experienced an occupational injury, which is any injury or illness that arises out of and in the course of employment.

Question 5

Duane works for a heavy equipment operator.Recently,the brakes failed on an excavator Duane was assigned to operate.Duane and a construction worker were injured when the excavator drove into a building on the site.This incident was heavily covered in the news and the company now faces fines and a downturn in business due to the smear on its reputation.These expenses are best described as examples of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The expenses incurred by the company due to the accident, such as fines and reputation damage, are indirect costs. Indirect costs are expenses that are not directly attributable to a specific product or service and are not easily identifiable. In this case, the costs are not directly related to operating the excavator but are a consequence of the accident.

Question 6

Enrique is an OH&S professional at a large manufacturing company.The safety programs he implements always emphasize that the managers and workers share responsibility for healthy and safety at work.Which of the following can be said of Enrique's programs?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Enrique is an OH&S professional at a...

Question 7

Priya is a high school geography teacher.This year there is a new geography curriculum and increased student feedback requirement for teachers.Priya is putting in very long hours to revise her teaching materials and complete report cards for her students.How is this heavy workload best described?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Priya is a high school geography teacher.This...

Question 8

Which of the following is a workplace injury that results in an employee missing time from work?

Accepted Answer

A lost-time injury is an injury that results in an employee missing time from work. Occupational injury, occupational illness, and covered workers' compensation injury may or may not result in an employee missing time from work.

Question 9

Which mechanism has been found to be the most influential in terms of health and safety in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

The internal responsibility system, which is based on the idea that everyone in the workplace has a role to play in creating a safe and healthy work environment, has been found to be the most influential mechanism in terms of health and safety in the workplace. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and communication between all parties and creates a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety. While inspections by the Ministry of Labour, fines and penalties, and industry self-regulation can each play a role in promoting health and safety in the workplace, they are not as effective without a strong internal responsibility system in place.

Question 10

According to the text,what was the primary reason why supervisors on construction sites underestimated health and safety risks?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the text,what was the primary...

Question 11

Which of the following is an economic benefit of effective OH&S programs?

Accepted Answer

Effective OH&S programs can reduce accidents, injuries, and illnesses in the workplace, which translates into a lower incidence of lost-time injuries, lower workers' compensation costs, and lower absenteeism. This can result in significant cost savings for employers.

Answer: D 
 Improved health and safety provisions during collective bargaining can help to ensure that workers are adequately protected from workplace hazards and that their rights are adequately represented. This can result in better working conditions and healthier work environments, which can lead to increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. However, this benefit is more indirect than the one identified in option A.

Question 12

Being an active member of a Joint Health and Safety Committee at work allows workers to satisfy which one of the principal OH&S employee rights?

Accepted Answer

Being an active member of a Joint Health and Safety Committee allows workers to participate in identifying and correcting health and safety problems, which is one of the principal OH&S employee rights. The right to refuse dangerous work without penalty is a separate and distinct right that is granted to workers. The right to know about hazards in the workplace is also a principal OH&S employee right, but being an active member of a Joint Health and Safety Committee does not necessarily satisfy this right. The right to refuse wearing safety equipment that is uncomfortable is not a principal OH&S employee right.

Question 13

According to the World Health Organization,which of the following describes a healthy workplace?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the World Health Organization,which of...

Question 14

What is the main reason why the costs of workplace injuries may be higher than $12 billion per year?

Accepted Answer

A large number of injuries go unreported, which means the costs associated with those injuries are not being factored into the estimate of $12 billion per year. This leads to a significant underestimation of the true costs of workplace injuries.

Question 15

In OH&S terminology,post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)experienced by members of Canada's military as a result of events during their tour of duty would be classified as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

PTSD is a mental health illness that can develop as a result of exposure to traumatic events, which could include experiences during military duty.

Question 16

Which of the following was articulated by the 1974 Royal Commission on the Health and Safety of Workers in Mines?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following was articulated by...

Question 17

Media stories about unsafe working conditions at overseas suppliers,such as the 2013 garment factory disaster in Bangladesh,lead to what indirect cost for Canadian companies?

Accepted Answer

Media stories about unsafe working conditions at overseas suppliers can have a significant impact on a company's reputation and brand image, leading to negative publicity. This can result in decreased consumer trust and loyalty, and ultimately lower sales and revenue for the company.

Question 18

Jean owns a company that cleans up houses after fires and floods.The Ministry of Health is investigating a complaint from one of her employees who claims he has developed a chronic respiratory condition from his work.Jean has obtained a lawyer.Her lawyer reviewed Jean's policies and practices to help demonstrate that Jean took every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of her workers.What is the lawyer most likely trying to demonstrate?

Accepted Answer

Jean's lawyer is most likely trying to demonstrate that she took every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of her workers, which is the definition of due diligence. This can help protect Jean's company from liability in the case that an employee develops a health condition related to their work.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the principal rights of workers outlined by the Royal Commission on the Health and Safety of Workers in Mines?

Accepted Answer

The Royal Commission on the Health and Safety of Workers in Mines outlined three principal rights of workers: the right to know, the right to participate, and the right to refuse unsafe work. The right to advocate is not typically included as a principal right, although workers may have the right to be represented by unions or other advocacy groups.

Question 20

According to the textbook,approximately how many workers in Canada die each day as a result of a workplace incident?

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, approximately 3 workers die each day in Canada due to workplace incidents.

Quiz 1: Introduction