Maintain Healthy Safe Secure Working Environment MCQs

If you have less time and still want to score full marks, Maintain Healthy Safe Secure Working Environment MCQs are one of the best choices for quick and effective exam preparation. As per the CBSE syllabus, this unit carries 10 marks, making it an important topic to focus on. The concepts are common, easy to understand, and simple to remember, so you can prepare them in less time with proper practice.

That’s why we have brought together a carefully selected set of Class 10 IT 402 Safety and Security MCQs covering all the important concepts. They help you strengthen your basics, get familiar with different question patterns and leave no question unanswered in the exam. 🎯

Q1. Which of the following best describes a workplace hazard?
a) Something that improves employee productivity
b) Something that can cause harm to people
c) A procedure followed by employees
d) A facility provided by an organisation

Q2. Assertion (A): Computer users often suffer from dry eyes.
Reason (R): When we focus constantly on the screen, we forget to blink.
a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A)
b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A)
c) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false
d) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true

Q3. Statement I: Water should be avoided at all times when working with electricity.
Statement II: Wet hands decrease the electrical conductivity of the body.
a) Statement 1 is True and Statement 2 is False
b) Statement 1 is False and Statement 2 is True
c) Both Statement 1 and 2 are True
d) Both Statement 1 and 2 are False

Q4. Statement I: The keyboard and mouse should be kept at the same level.
Statement II: Gripping the mouse tightly helps to reduce the risk of wrist problems.
a) Statement 1 is True and Statement 2 is False
b) Statement 1 is False and Statement 2 is True
c) Both Statement 1 and 2 are True
d) Both Statement 1 and 2 are False

Q5. Which department is responsible for personal safety, computer system safety and electrical safety in an organisation?
a) Accounts Department
b) Security Department
c) Marketing Department
d) Human Resources Department

Q6. The health of an employee is the state of:
a) Physical well-being only
b) Physical, mental and social well-being
c) Mental and financial well-being
d) Social and economic well-being

Q7. The probability of causing harm to people is called:
a) Hazard
b) Accident
c) Risk
d) Emergency

Q8. The policy to provide employees a healthy and safe work environment was prepared by:
a) Ministry of Labour
b) Department of Information Technology (DoIT)
c) Safety officer of each company
d) Municipal corporation

Q9. Which of the following is NOT a reason for implementing workplace health and safety policies?
a) Preventing employee injuries and illnesses
b) Defining workplace accountability
c) Demonstrating the company’s commitment to employee safety
d) Increasing workplace hazards

Q10. OH&S stands for:
a) Office Health and Security
b) Occupational Hazard and Safety
c) Occupational Health and Safety
d) Organisational Health and Security

Q11. Biological and chemical risks are mainly found in industries such as:
a) Manufacturing and pharmaceuticals
b) Banking and insurance
c) Teaching and training
d) Data entry and call centres

Q12. Ergonomic hazards are present in facilities where:
a) There is exposure to radiation
b) There are repetitive movements and haphazardly set up workstations
c) Toxic chemicals are stored
d) Heavy machinery is used

Q13. Which of these is a physical hazard?
a) Exposure to noise
b) Exposure to electricity
c) Exposure to magnetic fields
d) All of the above

Q14. Falls from height are mainly attributed to:
a) Faulty scaffolding and ladders
b) Good lighting
c) Clean floors
d) Trained staff

Q15. To avoid slips and falls, spilt liquid, food or paint should be:
a) Left to dry
b) Covered with a mat
c) Cleaned immediately
d) Reported at the end of the day

Q16. Common causes of electrical accidents at work include:
a) Exposed, worn-out wiring
b) Overloading of electrical outlets
c) Ungrounded or faulty equipment
d) All of the above

Q17. Repetitive movements and poorly arranged workstations are mainly associated with:
a) Biological hazards
b) Chemical hazards
c) Ergonomic hazards
d) Financial hazards

Q18. Which of the following should employees know to prepare for a fire emergency?
a) Location of emergency exits
b) Location of fire extinguishers
c) Location of fire alarms
d) All of the above

Q19. Exposure to toxic fumes and vapours may damage which body parts?
a) Eyes and nose
b) Hair and nails
c) Hands and feet only
d) Teeth and bones only

Q20. Bright light sources behind a computer display screen can cause:
a) Improved visibility
b) Contrast problems
c) Better screen resolution
d) Increased processing speed

Q21. Which of the following is an appropriate method to reduce glare from windows?
a) Increasing screen brightness continuously
b) Using blinds or drapes
c) Sitting closer to the screen
d) Keeping the windows uncovered

Q22. Poor sitting posture and sitting in one position for excessive periods may result in:
a) Muscle fatigue and pain
b) Improved flexibility
c) Better concentration
d) Increased physical activity

Q23. Improper handling of sharp-edged office equipment can cause:
a) Cuts and injuries
b) Better productivity
c) Improved equipment life
d) Reduced workplace stress

Q24. Which of the following is a potential source of workplace stress?
a) Long working hours
b) Aggressive conflicts with colleagues
c) Arguments at work
d) All of the above

Q25. In the hazard control hierarchy, the first and strongest emphasis is on:
a) Eliminating the hazard at the source
b) Providing protective clothing
c) Monitoring exposure of workers
d) Isolating the hazard

Q26. Which of the following is an example of an engineering control mentioned in the textbook?
a) Insulating noise
b) Increasing working hours
c) Removing safety signs
d) Ignoring machinery defects

Q27. What should an employee do if electrical equipment starts smoking or sparking?
a) Continue using it carefully
b) Pour water over it
c) Stop using it and report the unsafe condition
d) Open the equipment immediately

Q28. Which of the following is a recommended workplace safety practice?
a) Wearing loose jewellery while operating machines
b) Distracting employees working with machinery
c) Wearing protective equipment wherever required
d) Playing with electrical switches

Q29. Why should machines be shut down before leaving the workplace?
a) To prevent unnecessary machine operation and hazards
b) To increase electricity consumption
c) To increase machine temperature
d) To reduce the available workspace

Q30. The three common forms of air and water pollution analysis are:
a) Physical, mental and chemical
b) Physical, chemical and biological
c) Chemical, social and biological
d) Biological, electrical and physical

Q31. The pH value of water is measured through:
a) Physical analysis
b) Biological analysis
c) Chemical analysis
d) Visual inspection

Q32. Which indicators are used to monitor the health of an ecosystem?
a) Financial indicators
b) Microbial indicators
c) Mechanical indicators
d) Electrical indicators

Q33. Which of the following contributes to air pollution in an organisation’s surroundings?
a) Dust production
b) Solid particles
c) Gases
d) All of the above

Q34. Which practice is recommended to reduce air pollution caused by vehicles?
a) Increasing the number of vehicles
b) Practising a no-vehicle day every week
c) Keeping vehicles running continuously
d) Encouraging unnecessary vehicle use

Q35. Ozone that pollutes the air is often called:
a) Acid rain
b) Smog
c) Dust
d) Sewage

Q36. Extensive use of fertilizers and pesticides can pollute:
a) The air only
b) The workplace noise
c) Ground water
d) Electrical lines

Q37. Who is responsible for the cleanliness of the work area and the tools and equipment used?
a) Each employee
b) Only the housekeeping staff
c) Only the supervisor
d) Only the security department

Q38. Ergonomics is the science concerned with:
a) Manufacturing computers
b) Treating diseases
c) Measuring air quality
d) Designing and arranging things so people can use them easily and safely

Q39. An early warning sign of a sore lower back is caused by:
a) Staring at the screen
b) No lumbar support
c) Reaching forward for long
d) Forgetting to blink

Q40. Dry eyes are caused mainly because the user:
a) Forgets to blink
b) Sits too straight
c) Uses a matt keyboard
d) Uses a footrest

Q41. For arching wrists, the suggested solution is to:
a) Raise the monitor
b) Move closer to the desk
c) Wear anti-glare glasses
d) Add a wrist rest in front of the keyboard and mouse pad

Q42. Musculoskeletal problems occur mainly because of:
a) Loud noise
b) Wrong posture and an ergonomically incorrect chair
c) Excess light
d) Low voltage

Q43. At what angle should the elbows be positioned when adjusting the armrests?
a) 30–40 degrees
b) 60–70 degrees
c) 100–110 degrees
d) 150–160 degrees

Q44. Which of the following is a recommended monitor distance according to the musculoskeletal health guidelines?
a) 2–5 inches
b) 5–10 inches
c) At least an arm’s length, approximately 20–30 inches
d) 40–50 inches in every situation

Q45. Repetition strain injury (RSI) is also known as:
a) Computer vision syndrome
b) Carpal tunnel disease
c) Occupational stress
d) Occupational overuse syndrome

Q46. Carpal tunnel syndrome causes:
a) Blurry vision
b) Pain, numbness and tingling in the hand and arm
c) Dizziness
d) Loss of hearing

Q47. Computer Vision Syndrome is caused by:
a) Loud keyboards
b) Low chairs
c) Poor lighting and glare on the computer screen
d) Long cables

Q48. To relax the eyes, the chapter suggests focusing on something:
a) 30 metres away for 30 seconds every 30 minutes
b) 3 metres away for 3 seconds every hour
c) 10 metres away for 10 minutes every day
d) 1 metre away continuously

Q49. Obesity related to computer use is mainly linked to:
a) Excess light
b) Wrong keyboard
c) Noisy equipment
d) Lack of physical activity

Q50. Which of the following is an effect of prolonged untreated stress?
a) Improved concentration
b) Decreased attention span and easy burnout
c) Better sleep
d) Increased melatonin

Q51. The keyboard should have a matt surface to:
a) Look attractive
b) Reduce its weight
c) Increase typing speed
d) Avoid reflective glare

Q52. A computer workplace chair should:
a) Be fixed and non-movable
b) Be stable, allow easy movement and be adjustable in height
c) Have no backrest
d) Be hard and heavy

Q53. A loose cord crossing a pathway should be:
a) Hidden under a carpet
b) Marked with hazard tape
c) Left as it is
d) Tied to a chair

Q54. Prolonged computer use may contribute to obesity mainly because of:
a) Excessive physical activity
b) Lack of physical activity and exercise
c) Improved body movement
d) Better sleeping patterns

Q55. A glassware item breaking after being knocked over is an example of:
a) An accident
b) An emergency
c) A natural disaster
d) A civil disturbance

Q56. If you notice an escalator or elevator malfunctioning, you should:
a) Try to repair it
b) Immediately inform the right people
c) Ignore it if uncommon
d) Wait until the next inspection

Q57. Which of the following is an example of a natural emergency?
a) Chemical spill
b) Explosion
c) Earthquake
d) Fire caused by electrical equipment

Q58. Which sign is particularly useful on a freshly mopped floor?
a) No Entry
b) Wet Floor
c) No Parking
d) Fire Exit

Q59. During evacuation you should:
a) Use the lifts for speed
b) Use the escalator
c) Return for belongings
d) Use the stairs instead of lifts and escalators

Q60. During an emergency, the evacuation process is handled by:
a) Any visitor
b) The evacuation coordinator
c) The newest employee
d) The cafeteria staff

Q61. The three main types of fire hazards to evaluate in most facilities are:
a) Water, air and soil
b) Heat, light and sound
c) Electrical hazards, combustible materials and flammable materials
d) Noise, dust and vibration

Q62. Liquids, grease and gases that burn when exposed to ignition sources belong to:
a) Class B
b) Class A
c) Class C
d) Class D

Q63. Magnesium, potassium and sodium belong to:
a) Class A
b) Class B
c) Class C
d) Class D

Q64. Which extinguisher type is NOT suitable for Class C (electrical) fires?
a) Dry chemical powder
b) Water or mechanical foam
c) Carbon dioxide
d) ABC dry powder

Q65. The extinguisher suitable for all four classes A, B, C and D is:
a) Carbon dioxide
b) Mechanical foam
c) ABC dry powder
d) Water

Q66. During an emergency evacuation, which route should employees use?
a) Elevators
b) Escalators
c) Nearest emergency exit using stairs
d) Any locked exit

Q67. While approaching an electrical accident, the correct action is:
a) Rush in and pull the victim
b) Touch the victim immediately
c) Pour water on the conductor
d) Never rush in, approach cautiously and call 108

Q68. What should be done if an electrical accident victim is breathing and has a heartbeat?
a) Leave the victim unattended
b) Give first aid for injuries and treat for shock
c) Immediately make the victim stand up
d) Give water without assessment