Health & Safety in Engineering (Leaving Cert Engineering): Quizzes
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What are the five main health & safety risks in engineering?
What are the five main health & safety risks in engineering?
Machinery, vehicles, falls, electric, handling
What percentage of engineering workplace incidents do the five main risk areas account for?
What percentage of engineering workplace incidents do the five main risk areas account for?
85%
What percentage of machinery accidents are preventable through proper maintenance schedules?
What percentage of machinery accidents are preventable through proper maintenance schedules?
60%
Which items must workers wear as PPE in engineering environments?
Which items must workers wear as PPE in engineering environments?
Safety goggles, helmets, protective clothing
Why should loose clothing & jewellery be avoided near rotating equipment?
Why should loose clothing & jewellery be avoided near rotating equipment?
They create entanglement risks
Who should handle forklifts on engineering sites?
Who should handle forklifts on engineering sites?
Authorised, trained operators only
How often must risk assessments be conducted as a minimum?
How often must risk assessments be conducted as a minimum?
Monthly
By what percentage can effective site planning reduce vehicle-related incidents?
By what percentage can effective site planning reduce vehicle-related incidents?
50%
At what age does electrical equipment pose significantly higher risks?
At what age does electrical equipment pose significantly higher risks?
Over 15 years old
Who is allowed to work on electrical systems?
Who is allowed to work on electrical systems?
Qualified, licensed electricians only
By what percentage can proper manual handling training reduce back injuries?
By what percentage can proper manual handling training reduce back injuries?
45%
What is the main cause of safety failures in engineering?
What is the main cause of safety failures in engineering?
Inconsistent application of procedures