Supervision and Safety Leadership Flashcards
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Which of the following BEST describes a supervisor's role in the hierarchy of controls?
Answer: Supervisors identify hazards and implement the highest feasible control before defaulting to PPE
Supervisors should apply the hierarchy of controls — elimination through PPE — selecting the highest feasible level of protection for each hazard.
What is the primary purpose of conducting a pre-task safety briefing (toolbox talk) before a high-risk activity?
Answer: To ensure workers understand the specific hazards and controls for that day's tasks
Pre-task briefings align the crew on task-specific hazards and controls, reducing the likelihood of incidents by ensuring shared situational awareness.
A newly promoted construction supervisor feels uncomfortable correcting a veteran worker who is not following safety rules. What should the supervisor do?
Answer: Recognize that correcting unsafe behavior is a core supervisory responsibility regardless of worker seniority
All workers must be held to the same safety standards, and supervisors must address violations regardless of a worker's experience or tenure.
Which of the following is an example of a 'lagging indicator' used to measure safety performance on a construction project?
Answer: OSHA recordable injury rate
Lagging indicators measure past outcomes (injuries, illnesses) rather than proactive safety activities, which are leading indicators.
When workers raise safety concerns during a toolbox talk, the supervisor should PRIMARILY:
Answer: Actively listen, document concerns, and communicate resolution actions promptly
Responding to worker safety concerns with active listening and timely follow-up builds trust and reinforces a positive safety culture.
A supervisor discovers that a subcontractor crew is performing work without the required permits. What is the appropriate action?
Answer: Stop the work immediately until the required permits are obtained
Permit-required work must not proceed without the permit in place; stopping work immediately protects workers and maintains legal compliance.
Which practice BEST supports psychological safety on a construction crew?
Answer: Creating an environment where workers can raise safety concerns without fear of retaliation
Psychological safety encourages workers to speak up about hazards; retaliation or zero-incident rewards that suppress reporting undermine it.