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QUESTIONS AND
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The cost of investing in safety is an obstacle to the profitability of fleet companies -
ANSWER False
Why is it important to invest in safety programs? - ANSWER All of the above - Avoid
fines, make up for cost of an accident, out of work drivers, public perceptions
Why is evaluation and analysis of accidents and losses an important part of a safety
program? - ANSWER To find and fix the underlying problems to minimize future
losses.
, Which of the following are key responsibilities of the safety director? - ANSWER
Advocate for safety
Obtain top mgt. commitment
Be sure the company has good safety policy in place
Establish policies
Monitor I&I trends
Identify training needs
Review and select training
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Implement safety policy
Establish standards
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Develop Incentive Program
Establish procedures to minimize workplace hazards
Measure and monitor costs of accidents & injuries
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Which of the following BEST describes the relationship between the safety policy and
the company's profitability? - ANSWER The safety policy should establish a
company wide expectation that improving safety will benefit the company's overall
performance.
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What is the singular role of upper management in establishing and implementing a
safety policy? - ANSWER Singing and communicating the policy to employees, and
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establishing expectations that it will be adhered to.
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Which of the following should be part of the promulgation of the safety policy? -
ANSWER Signed by CEO
Publication in policy and procedures manual
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Posing in a conspicuous location
Address policy in training
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What is the MINIMUM that should be included in any safety policy? - ANSWER
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Expectations of all employees in meeting safety program objectives.
Which of the following principles should be represented in the safety policy? -
ANSWER Protection of public
No compromise of rules and ...
Safety and health of every employee
Identification and correction of hazards
Expectations of employee compliance with HSE policies
Priority given to safety over shortcuts