Risk Assessment Quiz

When should a risk assessment be carried out?

• Every day

• Annually

• Before treating a new client

• Before using a new product or piece of equipment

What is the correct sequence for carrying out a risk assessment?

• Decide who might be harmed, decide on precautions, identify hazards, implement, record findings, review assessment

• Identify hazards, decide who might be harmed, decide on precautions, record findings, implement, review assessment

• Identify hazards, record findings, decide on precautions, decide who might be harmed, implement, review assessment

• Review assessment, identify hazards, record findings, decide on precautions, implement

Which one of the following is not a good security practice?

• Keeping the till locked and the reception area manned

• Keeping your personal belongings in your locker or a secure area

• Ensuring that windows and doors are locked when you leave the salon

• Leaving valuables in the salon overnight

Statement 1: An obstruction to a fire exit is a hazard, but the risk of endangering someone's life is low. Statement 2: Faulty electrical equipment poses a high risk to clients and staff. Which one of the following is correct for the above statements?

• True, True

• True, False

• False, True

• False, False

Statement 1: A risk assessment identifies potential hazards and assesses the risks arising from these. Risks are categorised as high, medium or low. Statement 2: A risk assessment is carried out to identify and minimise the impact of hazards. Which one of the following is correct for the above statements?

• True, True

• True, False

• False, True

• False, False

Which one of the following identifies the best

course of action to take to lower the risk of

contact dermatitis to staff?

• Use aprons when in contact with chemicals

• Take regular breaks when standing for long

  periods

• Carry out a skin test before perming services

• Use gloves when carrying out wet work

An action plan arising from a risk assessment in

the salon may contain which two of the following?

• Training needs for staff members

• An outline of staff responsibilities

• Pay scales for staff members

• Disciplinary proceedings for staff

Which one of the following laws is concerned

with the use of chemicals in the workplace?

• The Management of Health and Safety at

  Work Regulations 1999

• The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare)

  Regulations 1992

• The Control of Substances Hazardous to

  Health Regulations 2002

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous

  Occurrences Regulations 1995

Which one of the following is not an area all staff

need to be trained in?

• Safe use of equipment

• First aid

• Safe use of chemicals

• Personal Protective Equipment

Poor posture can lead to which one of the

following?

• Infections

• Infestations

• Contact dermatitis

• Musculoskeletal disorders