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Stop Work Authority – SS1024AE (10 Min.)

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1

Stop Work Authority allows employees to stop a job whenever they reasonably believe a serious safety hazard exists.

True
False

2

Only supervisors and managers have the authority to stop work for safety reasons.

True
False

3

If you're unsure whether a hazard exists, it's usually better to continue working until someone else notices the problem.

True
False

4

Conditions such as damaged equipment, missing guards, or changing weather may require work to be stopped.

True
False

5

Work should only resume after the hazard has been corrected and everyone agrees it is safe to continue.

True
False

6

Stop Work Authority should be used for personal disagreements, even when no serious safety hazard exists.

True
False

7

What is the primary purpose of Stop Work Authority?

To reduce employee workloads
To prevent injuries before they happen
To increase production speed
To eliminate the need for safety meetings

8

Which of the following is an example of a situation that may require stopping work?

A machine is making an unusual noise.
A ladder appears damaged.
A worker is showing signs of heat stress.
All of the above.

9

After stopping work because of a safety concern, what should you do next?

Finish the job as quickly as possible.
Leave the work area without telling anyone.
Notify the appropriate supervisor or person in charge.
Wait for someone else to discover the problem.

10

Which statement best describes a positive safety culture?

Employees avoid reporting hazards to prevent delays.
Safety concerns are ignored unless an accident occurs.
Employees and supervisors work together to identify and correct hazards.
Production schedules are more important than stopping work.