Health and Safety Legislation in Building Services Engineering

What is the role of the local authority in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

• To work closely with the HSE

• To provide financial aid

• To manage employee benefits

• To conduct training sessions.

Which notice is associated with a serious risk that requires immediate action?

• Improvement notice

• Informal action

• Prohibition notice

• Guidance

Which of the following is NOT a part of COSHH regulations?

• Implement precautions

• Prevent, control and monitor exposure

• Increase marketing

• Training and leaflets

What does COSHH require to prevent exposure to hazardous substances?

• Increase salaries

• Prevent, control and monitor exposure

• Reduce working hours

• Expand office space

What is the legal responsibility of employers and employees under the Electricity at Work Regulations?

• To ensure electrical equipment is tested and maintained

• To ignore electrical safety

• To only test equipment once a year

• To delegate all responsibility to employees.

What should labels prove in the context of electrical safety?

• The equipment is new

• The equipment has been tested

• The equipment is expensive

• The equipment is imported.

What does 'The Work at Heights Regulations' apply to?

• All work at height when there is a risk of falling

• Only construction work

• Work on ladders only

• Work in confined spaces only.

What is necessary for equipment under 'The Work at Heights Regulations'?

• Equipment inspections

• Regular use

• Replacement every year

• Painting

What is the main focus of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations?

• First aid facilities and competent person

• Fire safety

• Equipment maintenance

• Environmental protection