Garment Workshop Safety and First Aid

Question 1

Which of the following is a primary reason for implementing safety precautions in a garment workshop?

Accepted Answer

To prevent physical injuries such as cuts and needle punctures

Question 2

Why is it important to tie long hair back securely before operating a sewing machine?

Accepted Answer

To prevent it from being drawn into the machine motor or needle bar

Question 3

What type of footwear should be worn at all times in a garment workshop to protect against falling shears or pins?

Accepted Answer

Closed-toe shoes

Question 4

What is the first step you should take before threading, changing the needle, or performing maintenance on a sewing machine?

Accepted Answer

Turn off and unplug the machine

Question 5

How should you pass sharp tools like shears or seam rippers to another person in the workshop?

Accepted Answer

Hold the blades and present the handle first

Question 6

Why is it strictly forbidden to hold pins or needles in your mouth while working?

Accepted Answer

They can easily be swallowed or cause mouth injuries

Question 7

How should a pressing iron be placed when disconnected immediately after use?

Accepted Answer

Upright on its heel or on a designated heat-resistant stand

Question 8

Why must the garment workshop floor be kept free of fabric scraps, thread, pins, and oil spills?

Accepted Answer

To prevent slips, trips, and falls

Question 9

Which type of fire extinguisher is most suitable for tackling electrical and fabric fires in a garment workshop?

Accepted Answer

Dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of a sand bucket in a garment workshop?

Accepted Answer

To smother small fires where water cannot be used

Question 11

What is the function of a thimble in garment making?

Accepted Answer

To protect the finger from being pricked when pushing a needle through tough fabric

Question 12

What is the purpose of finger guards and needle guards on a sewing machine?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the operator's fingers from sliding under the moving needle

Question 13

What is the definition of first aid in a workshop context?

Accepted Answer

The immediate and temporary care given to an injured person before professional help arrives

Question 14

If a victim is still in contact with an active electrical source, what must the rescuer avoid doing?

Accepted Answer

Touching the victim directly with bare hands

Question 15

If the main power source cannot be turned off quickly during an electric shock, what should be used to separate the victim from the current?

Accepted Answer

A dry, non-conducting object like a wooden broom handle

Question 16

What is the first step to control bleeding from a cut caused by shears or a rotary cutter?

Accepted Answer

Apply gentle, direct pressure using a clean cloth or sterile gauze

Question 17

In the treatment of sprains, what does the acronym R.I.C.E. stand for?

Accepted Answer

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Question 18

When applying 'Compression' in the R.I.C.E. method for a sprain, what must you ensure to prevent restricting blood flow?

Accepted Answer

Wrap the joint firmly but gently, ensuring it is not too tight

Question 19

What is the correct immediate action for treating a minor burn from a hot pressing iron?

Accepted Answer

Hold the injured area under cool, gently running water for 10 to 15 minutes

Question 20

Why should you avoid breaking blisters that form on a burn?

Accepted Answer

Broken blisters cause the skin to heal slower and increase the risk of infection

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