Question 1
Gun fire or a major explosion would most likely cause what type of effect?
Occupational deafness
Temporary threshold shift
Permanent threshold shift
Acoustic trauma
Question 2
The MOST serious type of heat stress is __________, which can be fatal if not managed properly.
heat stroke
heat exhaustion
heat syncope
heat cramps
Question 3
Epicondilitis and ganglionic cysts are examples of __________.
cervical radiculopathies
tunnel syndromes
muscle and tendon disorders
nerve and circulation disorders
Question 4
Muscular pain and spasms, cold sweating, and vomiting are characteristic of which of the following?
Heat stroke
Heat stress
Heat cramps
Heat exhaustion
Question 5
Progressive loss of consciousness begins at which of the following core temperatures?
30 degrees Celsius
32 degrees Celsius
34 degrees Celsius
37 degrees Celsius
Question 6
Discuss the effects that extreme temperatures can have on the human body. How can an individual protect himself/herself from these effects?
Question 7
Discuss the various types of radiation that a safety professional might encounter and some methods for protecting oneself against it.