Q: 1. Start with Risk Awareness

Look around your space and identify hazards . Ask yourself: ✔ Are there trip hazards like cables, loose rugs, or cluttered walkways? ✔ Are chemicals (cleaning products, fuel, etc.) stored safely and labeled properly? ✔ Do you have an accessible fire extinguisher and working smoke detectors? ✔ Is electrical wiring safe and free from overloading?

Q: 2. Fire Prevention

Most businesses have a fire plan — why not your home? Know where your fire extinguisher is and how to use it. Keep exits clear and avoid placing furniture where it could block a quick escape. Never overload plug points, and unplug appliances when not in use.

Q: 3. Ergonomics and Workspace Setup

If you work from home or run a small office, your desk setup matters . Bad posture and poor seating can lead to long-term back issues. Screens should be at eye level, and chairs should provide good lumbar support. Regular breaks from screens reduce eye strain and fatigue.

Question 1

1. Start with Risk Awareness

Accepted Answer

Look around your space and identify hazards. Ask yourself:
✔ Are there trip hazards like cables, loose rugs, or cluttered walkways?
✔ Are chemicals (cleaning products, fuel, etc.) stored safely and labeled properly?
✔ Do you have an accessible fire extinguisher and working smoke detectors?
✔ Is electrical wiring safe and free from overloading?

Question 2

2. Fire Prevention

Accepted Answer

Most businesses have a fire plan—why not your home?

Know where your fire extinguisher is and how to use it.
Keep exits clear and avoid placing furniture where it could block a quick escape.
Never overload plug points, and unplug appliances when not in use.

Question 3

3. Ergonomics and Workspace Setup

Accepted Answer

If you work from home or run a small office, your desk setup matters.

Bad posture and poor seating can lead to long-term back issues.
Screens should be at eye level, and chairs should provide good lumbar support.
Regular breaks from screens reduce eye strain and fatigue.

Question 4

4. First Aid Readiness

Accepted Answer

Would you know what to do in an emergency?

Keep a basic first aid kit in an accessible location.
Learn basic CPR and choking first aid—it’s life-saving knowledge that applies anywhere.
Ensure emergency contacts are easy to find (and not just saved in one person’s phone).

Question 5

5. Hygiene and Air Quality

Accepted Answer

Workplaces are expected to maintain clean air and hygienic conditions, but homes are often worse.

Ensure proper ventilation in rooms where gas stoves or heaters are used.
Keep kitchen and bathroom areas dry to prevent mold growth.
Use safe, non-toxic cleaning products whenever possible.

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