Recap of session 2 & 3 - Legislation and Regulations

What is the primary purpose of health and safety legislation?

• To enforce workplace discipline

• To promote good practice and minimise risks

• To create jobs in safety inspections

• To reduce company expenses

According to Health and Safety Executive (HSE) statistics for 2020/2021, how many workers were killed at work?

• 100

• 142

• 200

• 512

What type of health and safety publications must be followed by law?

• Advisory

• Statutory

• Non-mandatory

• Informative

The Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) 1974 aims to protect which group?

• Employers only

• Customers only

• Both people at work and others affected by work activities

• Contractors only

Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, which of the following is NOT covered?

• Asbestos

• Vapours

• Mists

• Chemicals

What is the key function of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)?

• Protect the public from dangerous machinery

• Ensure that equipment is used only by trained individuals

Which type of safety sign indicates actions or behaviours that must be followed in the workplace?

• Prohibition

• Warning

• Mandatory

• Emergency

What is a key responsibility of employers under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR) 1992?

• Allow employees to handle loads without risk assessments

• Avoid hazardous manual handling operations where possible

• Make manual handling optional

• Only provide training for managers

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulations require employers to:

• Use PPE only when mandated by employees

• Provide PPE that is stored safely and maintained properly

• Make PPE optional in all cases

• Limit PPE use to supervisors only

According to the Workplace (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations, which of the following is NOT a requirement for employers?

• Maintain proper ventilation

• Ensure good lighting conditions

• Provide personal lockers for all employees

• Avoid installing safety glass