Level 2 Plumbing - PP1 - Health & Safety

Who are the main people responsible for health and safety at work?

• Contractors and suppliers

• Self-employed and general public

• Government and HSE

• Employers and employees

What must employers provide to ensure safety at work?

• Free meals

• Personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Training manuals

• Transportation

What must be produced if a company employs five or more people?

• A Health and Safety Policy

• A financial report

• An employee handbook

• A marketing plan

What is the purpose of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations?

• To improve planning and management of projects

• To increase project costs

• To reduce the number of workers

• To delay project timelines

What does COSHH stand for?

• Control of Hazardous Substances

• Control of Occupational Safety

• Control of Safety and Health

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

What is required under the Electricity at Work Regulations?

• Regular PAT testing

• Monthly fire drills

• Weekly safety meetings

• Daily equipment checks

What must be done when working at heights?

• Work in pairs

• Use only hand tools

• Wear bright clothing

• Use guards and fall arresters

What is the focus of the Manual Handling Regulations?

• Lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling and carrying

• Typing and computer use

• Driving and vehicle maintenance

• Cooking and food preparation

What do the Safety Signs and Signals Regulations require?

• Appropriate signage wherever there is a risk

• Annual safety training

• Daily safety briefings

• Monthly safety audits

What is prohibited under the Control of Asbestos Regulations?

• The use of asbestos

• The use of lead

• The use of hazardous chemicals

• The use of electrical equipment