Activity 2: Workplace safety crossword

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This crossword focuses on workplace and everyday safety. While students solve the puzzle, they’ll be learning the basics of health and safety. Students are provided with a web reference to research answers.

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Across 4. Minor injury that could result from picking up heavy boxes 6. Her foot was caught in a conveyor belt, which resulted in her leg being amputated 9. It is your ______________ to work safely and report hazards 10. Hand protection needed when working with food, chemicals, etc. 11. What you do when you don’t understand instructions or if you think your work is unsafe 12.To avoid a serious shock, this should never be mixed with water 14. Workplace ___________ Materials Information System (WHMIS) 15. Something dangerous that could hurt you 17. Head protection 18. What you wear in a science lab to protect your eyes from chemicals 19. Keeps you from inhaling dust and other harmful particles in the air

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Down 1.You must be 16 years old to work on a ___________ site 2. __________ hazards are germs that come from living things 3. Helps you learn the policies, rules, and procedures to help do your job safely 4. Someone who works closely with you on a day-today basis and makes sure you follow safety rules 5. _____________ Health and Safety Act 7. A biological hazard often found in hospitals 8. Someone who helps other people and works without pay 13. What you do frequently to your hands before working with food 16.Things that should be followed in order to stay safe

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Activity 2: Workplace safety crossword

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G etting started Photocopy and hand out the crossword on the next page. Students could try it individually or in groups. They can find some of the answers online: www.WorkSmartOntario.gov.on.ca.