B
Read the safety notice again. Read the statements. Circle
True
or
False
.
Correct the false statements.
1.
Before you lift an object, you should look at it carefully.
True
False
2.
If you can push an object, you can lift it.
True
False
3.
Your feet should be as far apart as your hips.
True
False
4.
You should never bend your legs when lifting.
True
False
5.
It’s important to use your back muscles when lifting an object.
True
False
6.
You should not twist your body as you lift.
True
False
7.
Hold the object you are lifting away from your body.
True
False
8.
Never lift an object above eye level.
True
False
PRACTICAL LISTENING
A
Susan is attending a meeting on workplace safety. Listen to the lecture.
What safety topic is the speaker discussing?
B
Listen to the safety lecture again.
Then read the questions and complete the answers.
1.
What are the causes of slips, trips, and falls in
the workplace?
a.
floors, from being
cleaned or from something that spilled
b.
floors that are
or rugs
that are
c.
around the building in
bad weather
d.
wearing the wrong kind of
2.
What are some ways to prevent slips, trips, and falls in the workplace?
a.
Make sure floors are
and in good
.
b.
Be sure floors are
when possible.
c.
When floors are being cleaned, the area should be
.
d.
Employees should always wear
.
e.
When employees see unsafe conditions, they should
.
GROUPS OF 3
Describe some of the safety issues in your workplace. Do you think that your
employer provides enough training to prevent workplace injuries? Explain your answer.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
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