Hazard Communications Test | Environmental Contract Operations

Name

Date

1. Every worker is exposed to potential injuries to their back by simply doing the normal work tasks.

True

False

2. Tasks that can cause or aggravate an existing back injury include

lifting materials from the floor.

pushing heavy materials.

placing materials overhead.

all of the above.

3. Consider using tools _____ to eliminate the need for bending and stooping.

with soft handles

that are rusty

with extended handles

that are painted bright red

4. To reduce workplace hazards that might cause back injury

cut down on carrying materials whenever possible by having them delivered close to where they will be used.

use material handling tools like carts, dollies, pallet jacks, and forklifts to limit manual lifting.

always make sure work areas are free of clutter and trip hazards.

all of the above

5. Lift with your ______ not your back.

leg

head

shoulder

waist

Hazard Communication Quiz