H&S L3 25-11-22

What is the first measure to control a hazard under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations?

• Eliminate the use of hazardous product.

• Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Use extraction at source.

• Enclose the process.

What is the first main requirement for employees according to the HASAWA?

• Carry out a risk assessment.

• Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Provide training for employees.

• Carry out employee health monitoring.

Who is responsible for reporting incidents under the RIDDOR regulations?

• The person who has been injured.

• A colleague who witnessed the incident.

• The employer of the injured person.

• A bystander who witnessed the incident.

What is the most important reason for an organisation to regularly review its health and safety performance?

• To update procedures after an accident has occurred.

• To ensure policies and procedures protect staff.

• To check the number of accidents that have occurred.

• To produce a report following a major accident.

Before working in a confined space where fumes may be present, what is the best safe working practice?

• Test the air quality prior to entry.

• Provide breathing apparatus

• Add oxygen to the air.

• Ensure fire extinguishers are available.

Which one of the following is a human condition that could lead to an accident?

• Inadequate lighting.

• Unguarded machinery

• Inadequate ventilation.

• Lack of training.

Which is a benefit of implementing an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System that will increase profitability?

• Reduce waste.

• Improve product quality.

• Improve production rates.

• Reduce staffing levels.

What legislation regulates the acceptable disposal of controlled waste on land?

• Clean Air Act.

• Pollution Prevention and Control Act.

• Hazardous Waste Regulations.

• Environmental Protection Act.

What shape and main colour is used for a sign indicating an emergency exit?

• Rectangular and green

• Rectangular and red.

• Round and red.

• Round and green.

Who should know of where a company’s first aid facilities are located?

• Local ambulance service.

• All employees.

• Senior managers only.

• Company first aiders.