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What are the four components that cover health and safety in the construction industry according to the guidance material?

• Legislation, regulations, approved Codes of Practice, health and safety guidance notes

• Legislation, regulations, industry standards, operational procedures

• Regulations, approved Codes of Practice, health and safety guidance notes, employee handbooks

• Legislation, industry standards, operational procedures, employee training

What is an example of an approved Code of Practice mentioned in the guidance material?

• Safe work in confined spaces

• Employee training programs

• Industry best practices

• Health and safety employee handbooks

According to the guidance material, what do each of the components covering health and safety in the construction industry have?

• A different legal status

• The same legal implications

• A similar operational procedure

• The same enforcement agency

What is the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASWA) primarily concerned with?

• The management of health and safety in the workplace

• The design and architecture of workplace buildings

• The financial management of health services

• The personal lifestyle choices of employees

Which of the following is NOT covered by the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASWA)?

• Employers

• Employees

• The self-employed

• International trade agreements

The Health and Safety at Work Act (HASWA) is a principle piece of legislation that covers:

• Premises and processes

• People and activities

• Products and services

• Policies and procedures

Who enforces health and safety law according to the Health and Safety at Work Act?

• Local businesses and corporations

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Local Authority

• Individual employees within a company

• Health and Safety Advisory Board

What is the role of Health and Safety Inspectors under the Health and Safety at Work Act?

• To provide legal advice to companies

• To ensure that health and safety laws are adhered to

• To train employees on health and safety practices

• To issue business licenses

Do Health and Safety Inspectors have the right to enter a workplace without giving notice?

• Yes, but only during business hours

• No, they must always give notice

• Yes, they have the legal right to enter without notice

• No, they need a warrant to enter

What can be issued if there is a failure to comply with an improvement notice according to the Health and Safety at Work Act?

• A warning letter

• A compliance certificate

• A prohibition

• Powers of prosecution