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MSOC - English
Sample Questions Set 2
01
Refer to the sample work permit card below to answer the question. Which of the
following statement is FALSE?
A
B
C
D
A. The sample work permit card above shows that it is valid until 24/06/2006
B. If the worker does not renew his work permit, he must leave Singapore after
24/06/2006.
C. If the worker wishes to continue working in Singapore, he must renew his work
permit card before 24/06/2006.
D. The worker can continue to stay or work in Singapore after 24/06/2007 without
renewing his work permit.
02
Which hazard is present when you see this warning sign?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Lightning hazard
Electrical hazard
Mechanical hazard
Chemical hazard
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03
Which is a correct practice in Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedure?
A. Only one padlock should be used at the Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) point
B. Any person can put up and remove the padlock
C. Only the person who put up the padlock can remove the padlock
D. Padlock must be removed within one working day
04
What is the fine of a worker found not using personal protective equipment (PPE)
provided (first offence)?
A. Up to $1,000
B. Up to $10,000
C. Up to $5,000
D. Up to $2,000
05
If an employer is late in paying a worker’s salary by more than a week, the worker
should call the Ministry of Manpower at the following telephone number:
A. 999
B. 995
C. 63171111
D. 64385122
06
What should you do if you do NOT know the type of gloves to be worn when
handling a chemical?
A. Wear double layer of gloves
B. Wear leather-type gloves
C. Ask supervisor or refer to SDS
D. Follow what is worn by your co-worker
07
Which information is NOT included in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
A. Name of chemical
B. Price of chemical
C. Fire fighting measures
D. Health hazards
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08
Which is an unsafe workplace condition?
A. Chemical spill at work area
B. Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) before servicing a machine
C. Machines are properly guarded
D. Tools are stored in designated area
09
Which is an unsafe practice for forklift operation?
A. Perform operational check before driving
B. Keep the fork down when not in use
C. Forklift gear is on reverse mode when not in operation
D. Know the recommended load limit of the forklift
10
Which is NOT a safety precaution for operating a grinder?
A. Maintain a firm control of the work piece at all times
B. Ensure grinder comes up to full speed before contact with the work piece
C. Put on safety glasses before operating the grinder
D. Use grinder when working near flammable material
11
Under Workplace Safety and Health Regulations, employers are NOT required to
__________.
A. Have measures to deal with emergency
B. Make Safety Data Sheet (SDS) accessible to all workers
C. Provide hats to reduce heat from the sun
D. Do Risk Assessment and set Safe Work Procedures (SWPs)
12
Which practice does NOT minimize incident related to the use of powered-tools?
A. Equipped powered-tools with ground-fault circuit interrupters
B. Unplugged powered-tools after use
C. Allow only local employees to use powered-tools
D. Store powered-tools away from humid condition
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13
What should the worker do if he does not understand the steps to operate a
machine in the Safe Work Procedures (SWP)?
A. Check with the supervisor
B. Check with co-worker
C. Read the warning signs on the machine
D. Modify the Safe Work Procedures (SWP) immediately
14
Which one of the following statements is correct ?
A. A foreign worker can work for many employers.
B. A foreign worker can work only in the job specified in his work permit.
C. A foreign worker can work in the job specified in his work permit and in other
jobs.
D. A foreign worker can work in another job not specified in his work permit if the
embassy allows it.
15
What will lead to higher risk of electrocution?
A. Dry skin surface
B. Wet skin surface
C. Dark skin colour
D. Uneven skin surface
16
If you are required to service a machine with moving parts, what should you do?
A. Shut down the machine and ask a co-worker to keep a lookout
B. Push the emergency shut-down button
C. Shut down the machine and put a tape over switch button
D. Shut down the machine and put up Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) tag
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17
What is the message of this sign?
A.
B.
C.
D.
No naked light
No unauthorised entry
No food or drink
No smoking
18
Under the Employment Act, if a worker has worked for at least 6 months with his
employer, he is entitled to ________ of paid sick leave if no hospitalization is
required.
A. 10 working days
B. 12 working days
C. 14 working days
D. 20 working days
19
What is the importance of attending Safety Orientation Course (SOC) Metalworking?
A. To understand the basic of workplace safety and health
B. To have a better prospect of employment in Singapore
C. To sharpen welding skill
D. To understand the safety culture in Singapore
20
Water-type fire extinguishers should never be used on electrical fires because
.
A. there is a risk of electrocution
B. it will take much longer to put out the fire
C. water releases toxic gas
D. water vaporises and thus will not be effective.
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21
Which is NOT a correct practice of using hand tool?
A. Check the condition of tool
B. Report damaged tool to supervisor
C. Choose the type and size according to the job
D. Make minor modification to tools if necessary
22
Under the Employment Act, how many days of rest per week is a worker entitled
to?
A. 1 day
B. 2 days
C. 3 days
D. no days
23
A person who does not use the required protection gear when working, may be
________.
A. praised by the employer for saving money for the company
B. given a pay raise by the employer
C. suffer a pay cut by the employer
D. fined an amount of 1000 Singapore dollars
24
A worker doing welding with you burnt his hand badly. But you did not see how it
happened. What should you tell the MOM officer?
A. Inform the officer about his work quality
B. Inform the officer what you think happened
C. Inform the officer that you did not see how it happened
D. Inform the officer of his bad habits at work
25
Which of the following is NOT a safety measure for Working at Heights
A. Permit-to-work at height system
B. Training on use of fall protection
C. Use of fall arrest system
D. Provide Lockout/ Tagout procedure
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26
What is the message of this safety sign?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Wear foot protection
Wear hand protection
Wash hand before work
Wash glooves before wearing
27
Which is NOT correct about Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO)?
A. There can be more than one padlock at the isolation point
B. Make spare keys and give to all workers
C. Make sure energy source is isolated before working
D. It can only be done by authorised workers
28
Refer to the sample work permit card below to answer the question. Which of the
following statement is true?
A
B
C
D
A. The worker can work as a construction worker for any employer.
B. The worker can work as a construction worker for ABC Construction Pte Ltd
only.
C. The worker can work for anyone as long as they pay him his salary.
D. The worker can work as a cleaner for ABC Construction Pte Ltd.
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29
Which of the following helps to reduce the risk of hand-tool-related accidents?
A. Conduct maintenance on all hand tools once every 2 years
B. Employee uses screwdriver as a chisel
C. Follow safe work procedures whenever handling hand tools
D. Employee uses a chisel that have mushroomed head
30
When a worker is injured in a work-related accident, who is responsible for his
medical expenses?
A. supervisor
B. government
C. employer
D. worker himself
31
How does an occupational dermatitis (skin disease) occur?
A. Prolonged skin contact with chemical and without the use of gloves
B. Prolonged exposure to noisy equipment and without the use of hearing
protectors
C. Prolonged exposure to vibrating equipment
D. Prolonged exposure to dusty environment and without the use of respirators
32
You have ear infection but you are required to work with noisy machines. What
should you do?
A. Use cotton buds and make sure they are inserted properly
B. Put the ear plugs slightly outward
C. Ask for ear muffs
D. Take one minute break every hour
33
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. The foreign worker’s employer can keep his work permit card.
B. The foreign worker does not need to carry his work permit card at all times.
C. The foreign worker must carry his work permit card at all times.
D. The foreign worker can ask his friend to keep his work permit card for him.
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Sample Questions Set 2
34
A confined space permit allows workers to work inside a confined space _____.
A. For up to 5 working days
B. If conditions inside the confined space match those stated in the entry permit
C. Without proper training
D. Without the need of respiratory protection
35
Which is NOT a function of workplace safety and health committee?
A. Review safety and health related issues
B. Promote a safe workplace
C. Carry out workplace inspections
D. Promote workers who perform well in their job
36
Which statement best describes confined space?
A. Confined space works require entry permit application
B. Empty chemical storage tank is not a confined space.
C. Condition within confined space remains same for at least 8 hours
D. Only minor work is allowed inside a confined space if permit is not issued
37
Forklift can only be operated by _________
A. Manager or supervisor only
B. Employees who have received proper forklift training only
C. Employees who have attended Metalworking SOC
D. Employees who have a valid Class 3 licence
38
When you see this safety sign, what should you do?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Wear spectacles
Wear sunglasses
Wear goggles
Wear safety glasses or safety goggles
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39
Mr. Aboh was penalised for not following Safe Work Practices (SWP). He was
penalised again for not wearing safety glasses provided. Under the workplace
safety and health regulations, he could be fined ______.
A. Nothing
B. $2,000
C. $10,000
D. $20,000
40
If you are jaywalking, you may be________________.
A. issued with a warning letter only
B. fined up to S$1,000 or imprisoned up to 3 mths
C. given death sentence
D. suffer a pay cut
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