1.7 Health and Safety Legislation Quiz

What are the implications of not adhering to safe systems of work in the BSE sector?

• Increased productivity

• Penalties and prosecution

• Better customer satisfaction

• Improved employee morale

Who is responsible for ensuring that work does not pose a risk or hazard?

• Only the employer

• Only the employee

• Both the employer and the employee

• The general public

What is one of the duties of the employer under the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) 1974?

• To provide free meals to employees

• To ensure safe systems of work

• To offer flexible working hours

• To provide transportation to work

According to the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) 1974, what must employers provide for staff welfare?

• Free gym memberships

• Adequate facilities for staff welfare at work

• Annual bonuses

• Paid vacations

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) 1974, what is required regarding equipment, plant, and machinery?

• They must be insured

• They must be regularly replaced

• They must be safe

• They must be imported

What is one of the duties of the employee under HASAWA 1974?

• To ignore health and safety policies

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

• To interfere with health and safety measures

• To disregard employer’s instructions

According to HASAWA 1974, employees must comply with which of the following?

• Personal preferences

• Employer’s health and safety policy

• Unofficial guidelines

• Peer opinions

What should employees avoid doing under HASAWA 1974?

• Following safety protocols

• Recklessly interfering with anything that may affect health and safety

• Reporting hazards

• Attending safety training

What is one of the responsibilities of Health and Safety Executive (HSE) officers?

• Conduct financial audits

• Inspect sites

• Design building plans

• Manage construction budgets

Which of the following actions can HSE officers perform?

• Provide legal representation

• Give guidance and advice on work or processes

• Approve building permits

• Hire construction workers