HNS Module 1 Exam: Applying 5S Procedures

1. Which job requirement is described as a fundamental core that is independent of age, post, or stature, providing impetus for work?

A. Qualifications B. Soft Skills C. Discipline D. Enthusiasm

2. What pre-requisite for any job is also known in modern parlance as "job satisfaction"?

A. Discipline B. Enthusiasm C. Qualifications D. Work Instruction

3. Which category of job requirements includes skills like good and smooth communication, computer skills, and the ability to manage crises?

A. Soft Skills B. Discipline C. Qualifications D. Enthusiasm

4. What is defined as a document containing detailed instructions that specify exactly what steps to follow to carry out an activity?

A. Procedure B. Job Specification C. OHS Requirement D. Work Instruction

5. What is a statement of employee/worker characteristics and qualifications required for satisfactory performance of defined duties and tasks?

A. Work Instruction B. Procedure C. Job Specification D. OHS Policy

6. What term refers to legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures?

A. Emergency Procedures B. OHS Requirements C. Safe Operating Procedures D. Personal Protective Equipment

7. What is the area concerned with the safety, health, and welfare of people engaged in work or employment?

A. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) B. Human Resources Management C. Quality Control D. Business Operations Analysis

8. Besides moral and legal reasons, what is a financial benefit of good OSH practices?

A. Increased sales revenue B. Lower taxation C. Reduced marketing costs D. Reduced employee injury and illness related costs

9. In Victoria, what is the cornerstone of legislative and administrative measures to improve occupational health and safety?

A. The Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 B. The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007 C. Work Safe Policies D. Compliance Codes

10. What is a statement of what Work Safe understands something to mean, or what Work Safe will do in certain circumstances?

A. Regulation B. Policy C. Compliance Code D. Act

11. Which of the following are tools and materials specifically mentioned for implementing the first pillar of 5S, Sort?

A. Red tags sticker, hook nails B. Sponge oil, broom detergent C. Vacuum cleaner, screws D. Brush spade, garbage containers

12. Which of the following are tools and materials specifically mentioned for implementing the third pillar of 5S, Shine?

A. Red tags sticker, shelves chip wood B. Hook nails, pencil shadow board C. Formats, sponge broom D. Sponge oil, broom detergent, garbage containers

13. What is the definition of "Sort," the first pillar of 5S?

A. Classifying items into necessary and unnecessary and removing unnecessary items. B. Arranging items so they are easy to use and labeling them. C. Cleaning the workplace thoroughly. D. Standardizing procedures for maintaining order.

14. What easy rule is suggested for identifying items to remove during the Sort activity?

A. Remove items that are more than 5 years old. B. Remove anything that will not be used within the next 30 days. C. Remove items with a broken label. D. Remove items that are not in their designated location.

15. What is a key benefit of implementing the Sort pillar, especially concerning workplace safety?

A. It increases the amount of inventory on hand. B. It complicates communication between workers. C. It leads to a much safer workplace by reducing trip hazards and falling items. D. It increases the time wasted searching for tools.

16. Which problem occurs if the Sort pillar is not well implemented?

A. Improved product quality B. Enhanced communication between employees C. Increased productivity D. Time wasted in searching for parts and tools

17. What is the simple method for identifying potentially unneeded items in the factory or workshop, evaluating their usefulness, and dealing with them appropriately?

A. 5S Map B. Red-Tag Strategy C. Work Instruction D. Standardized Cleaning

18. What is a red-colored tag used to identify items no longer needed in a particular work area?

A. Red tag B. Caution label C. Inventory tag D. Hazard sign

19. What three questions does an item with a red tag prompt?

A. Is it new? Is it expensive? Is it broken? B. Is it old? Is it clean? Is it heavy? C. Is this item needed? Is it needed in this quantity? Does it need to be located here? D. Is it for sale? Is it available? Is it popular?

20. What is an area set aside for storing red-tagged items that need further evaluation?

A. Central storage unit B. Red-tag Holding Area C. Disposal zone D. Temporary inventory shelf

21. How many types of red-tag holding areas are mentioned?

A. Two: local and central B. Three: local, central, and remote C. One: a universal holding area D. Four: by department, by type, by age, by size

22. Which of the following are examples of unnecessary items?

A. Essential tools and current inventory B. Daily cleaning supplies C. Up-to-date posters and signs D. Defective or excess quantities of small parts and outdated or broken tools

23. Where do unneeded items commonly accumulate?

A. In clearly sorted toolboxes B. On active production schedule boards C. In corners next to entrances or exits and under desks and shelves D. In designated storage rooms for specific purposes

24. What is the definition of "Set in order," the second pillar of 5S?

A. Arranging necessary items so that they are easy to use and labeling them so anyone can find and put them away. B. Classifying items into necessary and unnecessary and removing unnecessary items. C. Cleaning the workplace thoroughly and regularly. D. Developing standardized procedures for maintaining a clean and organized workplace.

25. Which of the following wastes are avoided when "Set in order" is well implemented?

A. Waste of human energy and waste of defective products. B. Searching time waste and the waste of excess inventory. C. Motion wastes and the waste of unsafe conditions. D. All of the above.

HNS Module 1 Exam: Applying 5S Procedures

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