Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA)

What is the primary objective of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA)?

• To ensure that all work activities are covered by insurance policies

• To promote greater personal involvement and accountability in health and safety at work

• To provide financial support to employees injured at work

• To regulate the number of hours an employee can work

According to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, who is responsible for maintaining a safe and risk-free work environment?

• Only the employees

• Only the employer

• Both the employer and the employees

• External safety inspectors

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, what are employers required to provide to ensure health and safety at work? (Select all that apply)

• A statement of general policy with respect to health and safety

• Free gym memberships for all employees

• Arrangements for safety representatives and safety committees

• Regular social events to boost morale

What is the duty of every employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

• To take all reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others

• To provide first aid training to all new employees

• To ensure the profitability of the company

• To attend all company meetings

Who has the responsibility to take reasonable measures to ensure that premises are safe and without risk according to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

• Only the person who owns the premises

• Only the person who controls the premises

• Every person who has control of or access to the premises

• Only the government inspectors

What is RIDDOR?

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

• Risk Identification, Documentation, and Observation Requirements

• Regulations for Industrial Disease and Disorder Reporting

• Reporting Instructions for Dangerous Occurrences and Response

What does RIDDOR apply to?

• All workplace accidents

• Only accidents in the construction industry

• Reportable injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences

• All medical conditions occurring in the workplace

In what circumstances should a report be made and who should make it?

• When a minor injury occurs, made by the injured person

• When a reportable incident occurs, made by the employer

• Only when instructed by a health and safety inspector, made by the employee

• For all workplace incidents, made by a designated safety officer

Give four examples of major injuries that are reportable under RIDDOR.

• Sprains, headaches, paper cuts, and bruises

• Fractures, amputations, serious burns, and loss of consciousness

• Colds, stress, fatigue, and repetitive strain injuries

• Allergic reactions, sunburn, insect bites, and blisters

Give four examples of dangerous occurrences that are reportable under RIDDOR.

• Power outages, water leaks, computer malfunctions, and lost paperwork

• Equipment failures, structural collapses, gas releases, and explosions

• Miscommunication, missed deadlines, financial losses, and legal disputes

• Traffic congestion, weather events, public protests, and market fluctuations