Health and Safety Quiz

What is the impact of workplace accidents on production?

• Increased production

• Production disturbance

• Enhanced efficiency

• Improved quality

What are statutory instruments (SIs)?

• Guidelines for health practices

• Examples of laws approved by Parliament

• Local authority regulations

• International health standards

What does "so far as is reasonably practicable" involve?

• Ignoring minor risks

• Weighing a risk against trouble, time, and money

• Eliminating all risks

• Following strict guidelines

What should employers provide to ensure a safe working environment?

• Only financial incentives

• Adequate welfare facilities

• Only personal protective equipment

• Only health insurance

What is the purpose of the regulations based on European Commission (EC) Directives?

• To apply only to non-European countries

• To align with regulations produced in Great Britain

• To focus on environmental issues

• To replace all existing British regulations

What is the origin of much of Great Britain's health and safety law?

• United States

• Asia

• Europe

• Africa

What can inspectors appointed under the HSW Act do?

• Enter premises at any time

• Only review documents

• Only take photographs

• Only issue fines

What does an Improvement Notice do?

• Stops all activities

• Sets out action needed to remedy a situation

• Issues a fine

• Cancels a project

What is the purpose of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?

• Increase taxes

• Reduce employee benefits

• Require risk assessment

• Promote tourism

What is the main purpose of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (EPA)?

• To control pollution from industrial processes

• To manage hazardous waste

• To regulate packaging waste

• To enhance the environment and conservation