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Select the most correct answer for each of the following

How can an office worker avoid Occupational Overuse Syndrome?
a. Take a break at least every five hours
b. Make sure they leave the office for lunch
c. Work beyond capacity to get the job done
d. Take frequent rest breaks
On what factor does the height of a workstation depend?
a. The task being completed
b. The reach requirements of the user
c. The height from the floor
d. The task being completed AND the reach requirements of the user
What stage of risk management is risk control?
a. 1st stage
b. 2nd stage
c. 3rd stage
d. 4th stage
What is the likelihood of harm occurring if the risk is classified as unlikely?
a. Could happen any time
b. Could happen sometime
c. Could happen but very rarely
d. Could happen but probably never will
When must employers identify possible workplace hazards?
a. When the need arises
b. When directed to by authorities
c. Before workers return from lunch
d. Before making changes to work practices

Answer True or False for the following statements

	True	False
6. A sign with a green triangle on it means that all people must wear safety equipment.
7. In an office, noise is a physical hazard.
8. Occupational Overuse Syndrome used to be called Repetitive Strain Injury.
9. Computer operators should look away from the computer at least every two hours in order to reduce the possibility of eyestrain occurring.
10. Notification of hazards in a workplace can be done through verbal and written processes.

From the following list of terms, select the one that best fits each definition below. Click on the checkbox to see if you are correct.

*\|workplace procedures* *\|hazard symbols* *\|accident* *\|risk* *\|emergency*
11. An unexpected occurrence causing physical harm or damage to someone or something.
12. Easily recognisable signs used to mark areas that present a safety concern.
13. Policies that employees of a certain workplace must follow.
14. A situation of sudden danger which requires immediate action to ensure the safety of workers.
15. The likelihood of injury or illness if exposed to a hazard.