Health and Safety Risk Assessment Quiz

What is the first step in managing risk according to the text?

• Record your findings

• Identify hazards

• Control the risks

• Assess the risks

What should you consider when identifying hazards in the workplace?

• Only routine operations

• Accident and ill health records

• Chemicals and substances used

• General state of the premises

Who should you involve when assessing the risks in the workplace?

• Competent person

• Health and safety executive

• Vulnerable workers

• Employees

What does 'reasonably practicable' mean in terms of controlling risks?

• Implement all controls

• Balance risk level with control measures

• Eliminate all risks

• Ignore all risks

When should you review the controls put in place to manage risks?

• Never

• Only if there are accidents

• Only if workers spot problems

• If there are changes in the workplace

What should be recorded if you employ 5 or more people?

• Only control measures

• Number of employees

• Only hazards

• Hazards and control measures

What should be the main priority when managing risks according to the text?

• Completing paperwork

• Controlling risks in practice

• Reviewing controls

• Recording findings

What should you do if you cannot get rid of a hazard altogether?

• Eliminate all risks

• Do nothing

• Implement further controls

• Ignore the hazard