MID TOPIC 1

Question 1

not just
a legal requirement but a
moral obligation to protect
workers, engineers, architects,
and all stakeholders involved in
a project.

Answer 1

Safety in construction

Question 2

____ Million work illness/diseas reporte

Answer 2

160

Question 3

Number of workers die a year

Answer 3

2,300,000

Question 4

Work related disease

Answer 4

2,000,000

Question 5

Work related accidents

Answer 5

300,000

Question 6

___ fatalities occur at construction sites, around the world every year

Answer 6

60,000

Question 7

___fatal accidents occur every 10 minutes

Answer 7

1

Question 8

Around ___ percent of all fatalities at work are construction fatalities

Answer 8

17 %

Question 9

The leading cause of fatalities in construction, often
due to lack of fall protection systems.

Answer 9

Falls from Heights

Question 10

Workers being hit by heavy machinery, falling objects,
or vehicles.

Answer 10

Struck-By Incidents

Question 11

Contact with live electrical circuits, faulty wiring, or unsafe
equipment usage.

Answer 11

Electrocution

Question 12

Workers getting trapped between heavy
equipment or collapsed structures.

Answer 12

Caught-In/Between Accidents

Question 13

Asbestos, silica dust, lead, and chemicals that pose health risks.

Answer 13

Exposure to Hazardous Materials

Question 14

are risky actions performed by workers that can lead to accidents.
These are caused by negligence, lack of training, carelessness, or failure to follow
safety procedures.

Answer 14

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 15

Not wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) (e.g., not using a helmet or
safety harness).

Answer 15

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 16

Operating machinery without proper training.

Answer 16

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 17

Ignoring safety rules (e.g., working at heights without fall protection).

Answer 17

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 18

Using tools or equipment improperly.

Answer 18

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 19

Horseplay or reckless behavior at the site.

Answer 19

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 20

Bypassing safety devices on equipment.

Answer 20

Unsafe Acts (Human Behavior)

Question 21

How likely is a loss to occur.

Answer 21

Probability

Question 22

How serious is the loss likely be

Answer 22

Severity

Question 23

TRAINING REQUIRED FOR A SAFETY OFFICER BASED ON

Answer 23

D.O.16

Question 24

series of 2001 which amended Rule 1030 of the
OSHS

Answer 24

Rule 1033 of D.O. 16

Question 25

–means any employee/worker trained and, in addition to their regular duties and responsibilities, tasked by his employer to implement occupational safety and health programs in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS).

Answer 25

Construction safety and health officer

Question 26

refers to any employee / worker trained and tasked to implement occupational safety and health programs in the workplace in accordance with the provisions of the Standards and shall be synonymous to the term “Safety Man” as used in these Standards.

Answer 26

Safety Officer

Question 27

refers to a set of detailed rules covering processes and practices to be utilized in a specific construction project site, in conformity with the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS). It includes the personnel responsible and the penalties for violations thereof.

Answer 27

Construction Safety and Health Program (CSHP)

Question 28

CSHP means

Answer 28

Construction Safety and Health Program

Question 29

OSHS means

Answer 29

Occupational Safety and Health Standards

Question 30

is any employee or worker trained and, in addition to their regular duties and responsibilities, tasked by their employer to implement occupational safety and health programs in accordance with DOLE guidelines.

Answer 30

Construction Safety and Health Officer

Question 31

is a group tasked with the authority to monitor, inspect, and investigate all aspects of the construction project pertaining to the health and safety of construction workers.

Answer 31

Safety and Health Committee

Question 32

refers to any person engaged by any constructor, trained, accredited by DOLE, and tasked to provide occupational safety and health services for the workers or employees in any construction project.

Answer 32

Safety Personnel

Question 33

are a set of rules issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions in all places of employment in the Philippines

Answer 33

Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards

Question 34

includes equipment and devices designed to protect employees from workplace injuries or illnesses resulting from contact with chemical, radiological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or other workplace hazards.

Answer 34

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Question 35

Under Republic Act No. ____, workers have the right to_____without threat or reprisal from the employer if, as determined by DOLE, an imminent danger situation exists in the workplace that may result in illness, injury, or death, and corrective actions to eliminate the danger have not been undertaken by the employer.

Answer 35

Republic Act No. 11058, Right to Refuse Unsafe Work

Question 36

The primary legal framework ensuring workplace safety in the country.

Answer 36

Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) - Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS)

Question 37

Strengthening compliance with occupational safety and health (OSH) standards and providing penalties for violations.

Answer 37

Republic Act No. 11058

Question 38

Regulations ensuring safe building design and construction.

Answer 38

Philippine Building Code (National Building Code of the Philippines - PD 1096) -

Question 39

mandatory requirement for all construction projects as per DOLE guidelines

Answer 39

Construction Safety and Health Program (CSHP)

Question 40

Workers should be trained in hazard recognition, PPE usage, and emergency procedures.

Answer 40

Proper Training & Education

Question 41

Helmets, gloves, safety boots, harnesses, and eye protection are essential.

Answer 41

Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Question 42

Regular inspections and proper anchoring of scaffolding.

Answer 42

Safe Scaffold & Ladder Use

Question 43

Implementing safety meetings, hazard reporting, and safety signage on-site.

Answer 43

Effective Communication & Safety Culture

Question 44

First aid stations, evacuation plans, and regular drills should be enforced.

Answer 44

Emergency Preparedness

Question 45

Use of AI, drones, and smart sensors to enhance safety monitoring

Answer 45

Technology Integration

Question 46

refer to hazardous physical conditions in the workplace that increase the risk of accidents or injuries.

Answer 46

Unsafe Conditions (Environmental Factors)