Occupational Health Quiz: How Safe is Your Job?

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Occupational Health Quiz: How Safe is Your Job?

All people spend at least one-third of their lives at work, yet not all work environments are safe. From building cities with heavy machinery to offices with sitting at a desk for long periods of time, there are hazards in each type of job. In America, millions of workers are injured in one year while at work, and work illnesses like lung problems due to dust exposure or back strain due to poor posture are prevalent yet overlooked. In this quiz, you'll gain an understanding of workplace hazards, what is safe, and what makes a job healthy.

What type of cancer is strongly linked to asbestos exposure at work?

  • Leukemia

  • Lung adenocarcinoma

  • Mesothelioma

  • Colon cancer

What condition is often called “occupational lung disease”?

  • Asthma from workplace exposures

  • Hypertension

  • Diabetes

  • Migraine

Which U.S. agency is responsible for enforcing workplace safety standards?

  • CDC

  • OSHA

  • NIH

  • FDA

What is the most common workplace injury in the U.S.?

  • Burns

  • Cuts

  • Falls, slips, and trips

  • Hearing loss

Which of these is a major cause of stress in U.S. workplaces?

  • Long working hours

  • Casual dress codes

  • Holiday parties

  • Free coffee policies

What should you do first if you notice unsafe conditions at work?

  • Ignore it

  • Report them to your supervisor

  • Post on social media

  • Quit your job immediately

What is the purpose of a workplace “ergonomic” setup?

  • To save company money

  • To improve comfort and reduce injuries

  • To improve productivity only

  • To increase wages

Which workers are at the highest risk of heat-related illness?

  • Librarians

  • Software engineers

  • Bank tellers

  • Outdoor construction workers

Which U.S. law gives workers the right to a safe workplace?

  • Fair Labor Standards Act

  • Social Security Act

  • The Occupational Safety and Health Act

  • Americans with Disabilities Act

Which job is considered one of the most dangerous in the U.S.?

  • Office clerks

  • Teachers

  • Retail workers

  • Fishing and logging

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