Construction Quiz 2

Who is responsible for health and safety in a construction site?

• Only the employer

• Only the employees

• Both the employer and employees

• Only government inspectors

Which of the following is NOT an employer's responsibility in construction?

• Providing necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Ensuring machinery is maintained safely

• Producing a written safety policy for 2 employees

• Providing training and supervision for employees

What should employees do if they feel a task is too dangerous?

• Try to complete it quickly

• Report it to their supervisor or employer

• Ignore the danger and proceed with caution

• Delegate the task to another worker

What is the meaning of 'so far as is reasonably practicable' in health and safety legislation?

• Employers must do everything possible to ensure safety, regardless of cost

• Employers must take reasonable steps to ensure safety, using a common-sense approach

• Employers should avoid any potential hazards at all costs

• Employees are responsible for their own safety entirely

Which organization is responsible for overseeing health and safety in workplaces across the UK?

• The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

• Local authorities only

• The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH)

What is NOT one of the duties of Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspectors?

• Administering health and safety law

• Providing training to employees

• Conducting inspections

• Enforcing health and safety regulations

Which of the following incidents must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)?

• A worker taking a sick day

• Employment of workers for more than 21 hours per week

• An accident resulting in death or major injury

• A machine breakdown on site