Workshop & Site Safety (OHS Act) is one of 9 topics in the Grade 11 Civil Technology CAPS syllabus, covered across 3 lessons on Study Vault. Below are real practice questions from this topic with full worked answers.
Sample practice questions
Easy
1. Which item of PPE protects a worker's hearing when operating loud power tools for extended periods?
Earplugs or earmuffs
Safety glasses
A hard hat
Reinforced-toecap boots
Answer: Earplugs or earmuffs — Earplugs or earmuffs protect a worker's hearing from the permanent damage caused by prolonged exposure to loud power tools and machinery.
Easy
2. What must be done to a power tool before its blade or bit is changed?
It must be disconnected from its power source
It must be left running to keep the motor warm
It should be handed to the least experienced worker
Nothing extra is required
Answer: It must be disconnected from its power source — Power tools must be disconnected from their power source before blades or bits are changed, preventing accidental start-up injuries.
Medium
3. Give the general term for equipment such as a hard hat, safety glasses and reinforced boots worn to protect a worker from site hazards.
Answer: personal protective equipment — Personal protective equipment (PPE) is the general term for items such as hard hats, eye protection, ear protection and safety footwear worn to protect workers from site hazards.
