Support Worker Orientation Training
Hazards and risks
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example@example.com
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What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?
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a) A hazard is likely to cause harm, and a risk is something that could cause harm
b) A hazard is something that could cause harm, and a risk is likely to cause harm
c) A hazard is a physical object, and a risk is an action
d) Hazard and risks are the same
Which of these are types of hazards?
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a) Unsafe conditions
b) Unsafe behaviours
c) Equipment or chemicals
d) Doing a task the wrong way
e) Completing the task in insufficient space
f) All of the above
Which of these are examples of hazards?
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a) Cluttered kitchen counter
b) Extension cords on the floor
c) Map corner sticking up
d) Medication left around
e) Shoes scattered on the floor
f) All of the above
g) Options b, c, and e
What should you do if you notice a change in a client or their home that worries you?
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a) Ignore the problem if it seems small
b) Report it to your coordinator and write it down
c) Wait until your next visit to see if it continues
d) Fix the problem without telling anyone
Why is it important to report small changes or incidents?
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a) To stay busy during your shift
b) So that all information is available to fix problems, prevent issues, and review services
c) To help the coordinators
d) To avoid being blamed later
What steps should you follow when you find a hazard?
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a) Ignore the problem if it seems small
b) Identify the hazard, assess the risk, eliminate or reduce it, and record/report the hazard
c) Tell the client
d) Only report the hazard if it causes immediate harm
How should you record a hazard or incident in the communication book?
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a) Write your opinions about the incident
b) Write down what you saw, what the hazard is, the risk, and what could be done
c) Make a long report
d) Only write down what you think is important
What information should you include in an incident report?
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a) Personal opinions about the client
b) What you saw, what happened, where and when it happened, and who was involved
c) What could be done to solve the problem
d) None of the above
Why is it important to keep hazard and incident reports short and simple?
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a) To save paper
b) To ensure the coordinator can quickly read the report, act and remove the hazard
c) Detailed reports aren’t needed
d) To avoid trouble
What could happen if you see a hazard and do not report it?
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a) Nothing, if it’s not serious
b) It could cause an injury to the client, yourself, or another worker
c) The client will fix it themselves
d) The hazard will go away on its own
What should you do if you do not understand your organisation’s policies and procedures?
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a) Do what you think is best
b) Ask your coordinator for help
c) Act based on your past experience
d) Skip it and keep working
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