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Comprehensive Study Guide for Workplace Safety, Risk Assessment, and
Hazard Management
Designed to provide complete preparation for the RISIA EPE assessment, covering
all essential topics with clear explanations to reinforce learning and improve exam
readiness.
Question 1
Which of the following best defines the term “risk assessment”?
A. Eliminating all hazards in a workplace
B. Evaluating potential hazards and their impact
C. Creating safety policies without analysis
D. Reporting accidents after they occur
Risk assessment identifies possible hazards, evaluates their likelihood and severity,
and helps prioritize safety measures.
Question 2
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required primarily to:
A. Replace safety training
B. Protect employees from workplace hazards
C. Reduce work hours
D. Monitor employee performance
,PPE provides a barrier between workers and potential hazards like chemicals,
sharp objects, or biological agents.
Question 3
The main goal of occupational health and safety regulations is to:
A. Increase company profits
B. Ensure safe and healthy working conditions
C. Eliminate all accidents completely
D. Limit employee complaints
Regulations focus on reducing risk, preventing injuries, and promoting workplace
safety for all employees.
Question 4
Which of the following is considered an engineering control in workplace safety?
A. Safety goggles
B. Machine guards
C. Warning signs
D. Employee training
Engineering controls physically isolate hazards from workers, such as guards on
machinery or ventilation systems.
Question 5
The term “hazard” refers to:
A. A potential source of harm
B. The likelihood of an accident occurring
C. An insurance policy
D. A safety regulation
,A hazard is anything that could cause injury, illness, or damage in the workplace.
Question 6
Which of the following best describes “incident reporting”?
A. Reporting only major injuries
B. Documenting accidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions
C. Informing management without documentation
D. Ignoring minor hazards
Incident reporting helps organizations track safety issues, prevent recurrence, and
comply with regulations.
Question 7
In workplace safety, the “Hierarchy of Controls” prioritizes:
A. Administrative rules before engineering solutions
B. Eliminating hazards, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE
C. PPE as the first line of defense
D. Ignoring minor hazards
The hierarchy focuses on controlling hazards at the source before relying on PPE
as the last line of defense.
Question 8
Which of the following is an example of an administrative control?
A. Machine guard
B. Employee safety training
C. Ventilation system
D. Safety gloves
, Administrative controls modify behavior or procedures to reduce risk, including
training, signage, and work schedules.
Question 9
Which type of hazard is chemical exposure?
A. Physical
B. Chemical
C. Biological
D. Ergonomic
Chemical hazards include exposure to acids, solvents, gases, or toxic substances
that can cause harm.
Question 10
Biological hazards in the workplace may include:
A. Bacteria, viruses, or fungi
B. Loud noises
C. Wet floors
D. Heavy machinery
Biological hazards can cause infections or diseases, especially in healthcare,
laboratories, or agricultural settings.
Question 11
Which of the following is considered a physical hazard?
A. Slippery floors
B. Asbestos
C. Infectious bacteria
D. Noise