Question 1

Job Safety Analysis is
A) A process to identify and mitigate hazards to maintenance workers
B) A tool made necessary because the safety people are either lazy or busy filling out paperwork
C) A tool used because maintenance workers will take risks unless you watch them like a hawk
D) A tool to made up by bosses and lawyers to avoid being responsible

Accepted Answer

Job Safety Analysis is a process used to identify and mitigate hazards to maintenance workers. It is a proactive approach to ensure the safety of workers and prevent accidents.

Question 2

What is the supervisor's role in safety?
A) All
B) To insure all workers follow safe practices
C) To review jobs for unanticipated hazards
D) Encourage workers to take their time to work safe and produce quality work.

Accepted Answer

The supervisor's role in safety includes all of the options listed. They are responsible for ensuring that workers follow safe practices, reviewing jobs for hazards, and motivating workers to prioritize safety while also maintaining quality work.

Question 3

One way adult learners are different from child learners
A) Adults have a background they have to fit their learning into
B) Kids listen better
C) Kids can sit longer
D) Adults get tired easier

Accepted Answer

Adults have more life experience and knowledge that they bring to their learning, which can either help or hinder their ability to learn. Unlike children, they have a set of beliefs, experiences and previous knowledge that they will have to relate to the new information they are learning.

Question 4

Why does active supervision involve taking on different roles?
A) The workers needs are different at different times
B) Makes it more fun
C) With all the cutbacks all those people are gone so it falls to the supervisor
D) Supervision is good training for the theater

Accepted Answer

Active supervision involves taking on different roles because the workers' needs may differ at different times. For example, a supervisor may need to provide guidance to a new employee, monitor the performance of an experienced employee, or intervene in a conflict between employees. By adapting their role to the situation, supervisors can better meet the needs of their workers and promote a safe and productive work environment. The other answer choices are not relevant to the question.

Question 5

When is it a good idea to serve coffee and donuts for a meeting?
A) Team building. People will get comfortable, settle in and are more likely to bond.
B) When you want a short meeting
C) When you want high energy for a longer time
D) It is an excellent idea for short meetings because it says you care, so what if the meeting takes an hour more.

Accepted Answer

Serving coffee and donuts is a good idea for team building because it creates a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, which can help facilitate bonding among team members.

Question 6

What is the use of checklists for meeting preparation?
A) To remind you of the disruptive events that have happened in the past
B) They are good cover for useless meetings
C) They can be used to discipline people
D) Checklists are an excuse for people not to be accountable

Accepted Answer

Checklists for meeting preparation are used to remind you of the important items that need to be covered, including agendas, attendees, documents, and logistics. They can also help you prepare for any potential issues that have arisen during past meetings, allowing you to take proactive steps to avoid them in the future. Checklists are not intended as an excuse for people to avoid accountability, nor are they a tool for disciplining employees.

Question 7

FTF -Feared Things First is a great idea for smoother days. Why is this true?
A) If you do the one thing you were avoiding, in the morning, the whole day will be better
B) You can take the rest of the day off
C) Gets things done makes you a better person
D) Allows you to make new commitments with your new freedom and intelligence

Accepted Answer

Focusing on the task you fear the most early in the day will give you a sense of accomplishment and momentum, which can lead to a more productive and smoother day overall.

Question 8

Rule of thumb of the improvement from planning and scheduling your time:
A) 20-30% improvement in execution
B) 5-10%
C) 50-60%
D) 15-20%

Accepted Answer

The rule of thumb for the improvement from planning and scheduling your time is typically a 20-30% improvement in execution. This is because planning and scheduling help in organizing tasks, setting priorities, and allocating time effectively, leading to more efficient execution of tasks.

Question 9

One unique duality of time
A) It is a constant and it also seems to change speed
B) It is heavy and also has no weight
C) It can be wasted but not stored
D) Everyone has the same amount and some people think it is important and some don't

Accepted Answer

Time is often perceived as a constant, yet our experience of it can vary, making it seem to change speed depending on circumstances.

Question 10

In our view why are defects interesting to look at?
A) Defects make more work, reduce quality and yield
B) Defects lead to understanding
C) Defects are inevitable
D) Defects make life interesting

Accepted Answer

The answer of In our view why are defects interesting...

Question 11

If I propose a DE project to study the variation in voltage coming into the plant what would your advice be?
A) All (except none)
B) Not a DE project (outside boundary, safety, etc.)
C) Not action orientated
D) Too big
E) Possible MOC consequences
F) None

Accepted Answer

The project is not outside the boundary, safety, etc., it is action-oriented, not too big, and does not have any possible MOC consequences.

Question 12

Why do you need several motivational techniques?
A) Different people respond to different techniques at different time.
B) It is boring to use one technique.
C) All techniques get stale
D) People are paid to work, that is all they need.

Accepted Answer

Different people have different personalities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape their behaviors and responses. Therefore, using one motivational technique for everyone may not be effective. It is important to have and use a variety of motivational techniques to ensure that each individual is motivated in a way that works for them.

Question 13

What is the goal of your communications?
A) To get the work done, on time, correctly and safely.
B) To show everyone you know what you are doing
C) To make people do what you want
D) To have more fun at work

Accepted Answer

The primary goal of communication in a workplace should be to ensure that the work is completed efficiently, effectively, and safely. This helps in achieving business objectives and meeting customer needs. Option B, C, and D are not appropriate goals of communication in a workplace.

Question 14

What is the real trick to success with small projects?
A) All
B) Keeping them alive (remembering them)
C) Getting people started
D) Getting time to do them
E) Getting resources

Accepted Answer

The real trick to success with small projects involves all aspects: keeping them alive, getting people started, allocating time, and securing resources. Each element is crucial for the successful completion of small projects.

Question 15

Why 1% for DE and Lean projects?
A) You can't forget you are there to provide maintenance services to your business.
B) Sounds like someone studied it or made it up
C) Too much and people get boring
D) Leave some defects for night shift

Accepted Answer

The reason for keeping 1% defects in DE and Lean projects is to ensure that maintenance services are still being provided to the business. If there are no defects or issues, then there is no need for maintenance services, which defeats the purpose of these projects. Therefore, option A is the best choice. Option B is not a valid reason and options C and D are not practical or effective.

Question 16

If a supervisor's job is mostly about people why are the best technicians often chosen?
A) All (except none)
B) Being a best technician gives the person visibility.
C) Hopefully the best technician will teach others
D) Typically they care about the company.
E) None

Accepted Answer

Technicians who excel in their roles often gain visibility within the organization, making them standout candidates for supervisory positions. It's also hoped that their expertise and dedication will be passed on to others, fostering a culture of excellence and care for the company's success.

Question 17

What is fundamental to the supervisor's job?
A) You are paid for what you can manage not for what you can do.
B) If something screws up then the buck stops with you
C) Management view you as a worker and the workers view you as management
D) You want people to fear you

Accepted Answer

A supervisor's role is primarily to manage and oversee the work of others, rather than performing the tasks themselves.

Question 18

The pitfall between quick decisions and regular decisions
A) Quick decisions are often tainted by bias
B) They are the same, only faster (you don't go through a cognitive process for either)
C) You always want everyone's input, so you must push more to get it, in fast decisions
D) Try to push either type of decision up the food chain, so you are not responsible

Accepted Answer

Quick decisions are often made without adequate information or analysis, which can lead to biases influencing the decision-making process. Regular decisions are usually made with a more thorough analysis, reducing the risk of biases affecting the outcome.

Question 19

With difficult people what are you trying NOT to do?
A) Make them look bad
B) Get the best outcome for the organization
C) Figure out a win-win solution
D) Always giving in

Accepted Answer

Making someone look bad will only make the situation worse.

Question 20

Speaking when you are activated is a great idea
A) NOT, keep your mouth shut until after you have come down a bit
B) Great idea because your activation will make you smarter
C) NOT so you can figure out a way to ruin their life
D) Great since most people talk louder when they are activated

Accepted Answer

It is best to wait until you have come down from the activation before speaking. This will give you a chance to calm down and think clearly so that you can communicate effectively without escalating the situation.

Quiz 10: Exploring Various Topics in Workplace Safety, Learning, and Management

Job Safety Analysis is

What is the supervisor's role in safety?

One way adult learners are different from child learners

Why does active supervision involve taking on different roles?

When is it a good idea to serve coffee and donuts for a meeting?

What is the use of checklists for meeting preparation?

FTF -Feared Things First is a great idea for smoother days. Why is this true?

Rule of thumb of the improvement from planning and scheduling your time:

One unique duality of time

In our view why are defects interesting to look at?

If I propose a DE project to study the variation in voltage coming into the plant what would your advice be?

Why do you need several motivational techniques?

What is the goal of your communications?

What is the real trick to success with small projects?

Why 1% for DE and Lean projects?

If a supervisor's job is mostly about people why are the best technicians often chosen?

What is fundamental to the supervisor's job?

The pitfall between quick decisions and regular decisions

With difficult people what are you trying NOT to do?

Speaking when you are activated is a great idea