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Fall Knowledge Test: Check Your Fall Prevention Basics

Quick, free fall prevention quiz. 15 questions, instant results.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Kimberlee TempletonUpdated Aug 27, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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This fall knowledge test helps you check your understanding of prevention basics and everyday risks at home or work. Answer 15 quick multiple-choice questions, see your score, and keep learning with the fall risk assessment quiz, the fall safety quiz, or the slips trips and falls quiz.

Which of the following is a common cause of slips?
High ambient temperature
Excessive noise levels
Intense bright lights
Wet or highly polished floors
Wet or polished floors reduce the friction needed for stable footing, making slips more likely. Noise, lighting, and temperature are not direct slip causes.
Which of the following is a common trip hazard in indoor environments?
Uneven or raised flooring sections
Non-slip mats
Secure handrails
Strong overhead lighting
Uneven or raised flooring creates obstacles that people can easily catch their feet on. Lighting, mats, and handrails reduce risks rather than cause trips.
Which personal factor increases an individual's risk of falling?
Muscle weakness or poor balance
Regular aerobic exercise
Wearing a fitness tracker
Good peripheral vision
Muscle weakness and poor balance directly impair stability and coordination, increasing fall risk. Good vision and regular exercise generally reduce that risk.
Which piece of protective equipment is primarily used to prevent head injuries during falls?
Wrist guards
Ear protection
Hard hat or safety helmet
Knee pads
A hard hat or safety helmet is designed to absorb impact and protect the skull during falls. Knee pads and wrist guards protect limbs, while ear protection guards hearing.
What is the first step in planning a safe environment to prevent falls?
Ignore low-risk areas
Identify potential hazards
Respond after an incident
Purchase protective equipment
Identifying potential hazards is the crucial first step to understand where and how falls might occur. Protective measures and equipment selection come after hazards are known.
How does installing handrails alongside staircases reduce fall risk?
It increases friction on stair treads
It provides stable support and balance assistance
It strengthens lower limb muscles
It widens the staircase pathway
Handrails give users something to hold onto for balance and support, which reduces the chance of losing footing. They do not directly affect tread friction, pathway width, or muscle strength.
A wet floor is discovered in a busy hallway. What immediate action best prevents slips?
Increase overhead lighting in the hallway
Place warning signs and clean the spill promptly
Ignore it until someone reports a fall
Require all pedestrians to wear gloves
Posting warning signs alerts people to the hazard while cleaning removes the slip risk. Lighting and gloves do not directly address the slippery surface.
Which feature is most important when selecting footwear to reduce slip risks?
Steel toe cap
Smooth leather sole
High heels
Slip-resistant tread design
A slip-resistant tread pattern improves grip on surfaces, reducing slip risk. Steel toes protect against impacts but not slips, while smooth soles increase slip risk.
Which lighting condition is most effective at reducing fall hazards in a corridor?
Uniform, bright, and glare-free lighting
Colored accent lighting
Low-level decorative lighting
Flickering fluorescent lighting
Uniform and bright lighting helps occupants see hazards clearly without creating glare or shadows. Flicker and low-level lighting can obscure obstacles and increase fall risk.
Which modification in a bathroom most effectively prevents falls at home?
Installing grab bars near the shower and toilet
Painting walls with dark colors
Removing all lighting fixtures
Using loose, non-gripping bath mats
Grab bars offer stable handholds when entering, exiting, or using bathroom fixtures, greatly reducing fall risk. Loose mats and poor lighting actually increase hazards.
Which medication side effect most directly contributes to increased fall risk?
Mild skin rash from antibiotic
Dry mouth from antihistamine
Dizziness from blood pressure medication
Mild headache from vitamin supplement
Dizziness impairs balance and spatial orientation, directly increasing fall risk. Skin rashes, dry mouth, and headaches are uncomfortable but do not usually cause falls.
Which workplace policy most effectively reduces falls on slippery surfaces?
Banning all liquids in the workplace
Using only cloth floor coverings
Limiting walking speed to a crawl
Mandatory use of slip-resistant footwear
Slip-resistant footwear directly improves traction and reduces slip incidents. Extreme speed limits and arbitrary material bans do not address surface grip or practical work needs.
What is the correct way to climb a ladder to minimize fall risk?
Maintain three points of contact at all times
Climb with both hands in pockets
Lean sideways mid-climb to reach items
Face away from the ladder while climbing
Keeping three points of contact (two hands and one foot or vice versa) ensures stability and reduces the chance of slipping. Facing away, leaning sideways, or no handholds increase fall risk.
Which exercise is recommended to improve balance and reduce fall risk in older adults?
Heavy weightlifting
High-intensity sprinting
Bench press routines
Tai chi balance exercises
Tai chi focuses on slow, controlled movements that enhance proprioception and balance. High-intensity or heavy resistance exercises may not target balance skills directly.
Which floor material has the highest slip risk when wet?
Textured concrete
Low-pile commercial carpet
Smooth glazed ceramic tile
Rubber matting
Smooth glazed tiles become extremely slippery when wet due to lack of surface texture. Textured or absorbent materials maintain better traction under similar conditions.
In a hospital corridor prone to spills and clutter, what comprehensive approach best prevents falls?
Request staff to avoid the corridor entirely
Install additional windows for better ventilation
Implement a regular housekeeping schedule with spill response protocols and clear signage
Increase corridor length to reduce traffic
A structured cleaning schedule and rapid spill response eliminate hazards proactively while signage warns staff. Avoidance or ventilation does not address the root causes of clutter and spills.
Which combination of protective equipment is most appropriate for preventing falls in construction work at height?
Steel-toe boots and cotton gloves
High-visibility vest and safety glasses
Full-body safety harness with an energy-absorbing lanyard
Respirator and earplugs
A properly fitted harness and energy-absorbing lanyard arrest falls and reduce impact forces. Respirators, boots, and visibility gear protect other hazards but not falls from height.
After witnessing a coworker fall, what is the correct sequence of emergency response?
Wait for someone else to take charge
Provide first aid immediately without assessing the scene
Move the person to a seated position, then call for help
Ensure scene safety, check responsiveness, call for help, then provide first aid
Ensuring the scene is safe prevents further injury, checking responsiveness determines level of care needed, calling for help summons advanced support, and first aid follows. Jumping to care or moving the victim unsafely can worsen injuries.
In a fall risk assessment process, which step involves categorizing hazards by the likelihood of occurrence and potential severity?
Risk evaluation
Control implementation
Monitoring and review
Hazard identification
Risk evaluation assesses each hazard's probability and potential impact. Identification simply finds hazards, while control and monitoring apply and check measures.
Which analytical model helps explain how multiple factors align to cause a fall incident?
Swiss Cheese Model
Pareto Analysis
PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act)
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
The Swiss Cheese Model illustrates how multiple defenses can fail when their gaps align, leading to incidents. Other models address motivation, quality management, or continuous improvement rather than layered safety failures.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify common causes of slips, trips, and falls in various settings
  2. Analyze individual and environmental risk factors contributing to falls
  3. Evaluate effective strategies for fall prevention and safety
  4. Apply guidelines for selecting and using protective equipment
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of safe environment planning techniques
  6. Master emergency response steps following a fall incident

Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand the common causes of slips, trips, and falls. Think of floors as sneaky obstacle courses - wet spots, loose rugs, and dimly lit hallways can ambush you when you least expect it. Spotting these hazards early helps you swap slippery sneakers for stable footing.
  2. Analyze environmental risk factors. Poor lighting, cluttered walkways, and sudden weather changes turn everyday spaces into risk zones - like an unlit hallway after a rainstorm. Regularly inspecting and tidying up your surroundings keeps surprises at bay.
  3. Evaluate individual risk factors. Your shoes, focus level, and even your physical condition can tip the balance between a smooth step and a nasty tumble. By choosing the right footwear and staying alert, you become your own best safety sensor.
  4. Implement effective fall prevention strategies. A clean, dry floor is your superhero cape against falls - repair cracks, wipe up spills immediately, and swap burnt-out bulbs for bright LEDs. Consistent inspections and fast fixes keep your path as safe as a well-planned obstacle course.
  5. Choose appropriate protective equipment. Good shoes with strong traction and assistive tools like handrails are your trusty sidekicks in the fight against falls. Always check that your gear is in tip-top shape before stepping out.
  6. Plan for a safe environment. Designing spaces with clear pathways, bright lights, and slip-resistant flooring is like setting up a safety fortress around you. Regular maintenance and hazard checks keep that fortress strong all year round.
  7. Master emergency response steps. If someone does take a tumble, quick action can make all the difference - learn basic first aid, know how to assess injuries, and practice calling for help without panicking. Being prepared is your best insurance against worse outcomes.
  8. Recognize the impact of weather conditions. Rain, snow, and ice are nature's way of turning sidewalks into skating rinks - so plan for timely shoveling, salt application, or indoor detours. Staying ahead of the weather helps you keep your balance rain or shine.
  9. Understand the role of proper footwear. Shoes with grippy soles and good support are like magic boots that help you stick to the ground - ditch smooth-soled or high-heeled options in tricky areas. Your feet will thank you with every confident step.
  10. Stay vigilant and attentive. Texting, daydreaming, or rushing can turn a simple stroll into a stunt audition - keep your eyes on the path and mind on your step to outsmart hidden hazards. A little mindfulness goes a long way in keeping you upright.
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