October 2026 Safety Quiz

In honor of The Great ShakeOut on October 15, let's refresh our knowledge about earthquake safety (information courtesy of OSHA and Travelers Insurance).

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1. If an earthquake is occurring you should: A) Shake, rattle, and roll B) Stop, drop, and roll C) Drop, cover, and hold on

2. What is the space of time in which aftershocks continue to occur? A) Several weeks B) Several hours C) Several seconds

3. If an earthquake happens while you're indoors, the safest place to be is: A) Under a sturdy piece of furniture B) In a doorway C) Next to exterior walls

4. Should you seek shelter in a building if an earthquake happens while you're outdoors? A) Yes B) No

5. The most common hazard after an earthquake is: A) Fire B) Sewer backup C) Tsunami

6. At MBAKS, who is responsible for double-checking that all employees are out of the building? A) Jerry B) The floor captains on each floor C) Every man for himself