QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
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◉Why is it important to invest in safety programs? Answer: All of the
above - Avoid fines, make up for cost of an accident, out of work
drivers, public perceptions
◉Why is evaluation and analysis of accidents and losses an important
part of a safety program? Answer: To find and fix the underlying
problems to minimize future losses.
◉Which of the following are key responsibilities of the safety director?
Answer: Advocate for safety
Obtain top mgt. commitment
Be sure the company has good safety policy in place
Establish policies
Monitor I&I trends
Identify training needs
Review and select training
Implement safety policy
, Establish standards
Develop Incentive Program
Establish procedures to minimize workplace hazards
Measure and monitor costs of accidents & injuries
◉Which of the following BEST describes the relationship between the
safety policy and the company's profitability? Answer: The safety policy
should establish a company wide expectation that improving safety will
benefit the company's overall performance.
◉What is the singular role of upper management in establishing and
implementing a safety policy? Answer: Singing and communicating the
policy to employees, and establishing expectations that it will be adhered
to.
◉Which of the following should be part of the promulgation of the
safety policy? Answer: Signed by CEO
Publication in policy and procedures manual
Posing in a conspicuous location
Address policy in training
◉What is the MINIMUM that should be included in any safety policy?
Answer: Expectations of all employees in meeting safety program
objectives.