Level 2 Health & Safety - Hazardous Situations [Long]

Which of the following is considered a common site hazard?

• Trailing leads

• Bright lighting

• Comfortable seating

• Fresh air

Which of the following is NOT listed as a common site hazard?

• Presence of dust and fumes

• Contaminants and irritants

• Proper use of tools

• Potential presence of asbestos

Who enforces the laws governing the disposal of hazardous waste?

• Construction companies

• Local communities

• Environment Agency and Local Authorities

• Private waste management firms

Which regulations cover plumbing activities that use mechanical lifting equipment?

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002

• Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

What should you do if an item is too heavy or unstable to lift?

• Use a mechanical lifting aid

• Lift it with a partner

• Leave it where it is

• Try to lift it alone

When lifting an object as a team, what is important about the team members?

• They should be of different heights and strengths

• They should be similar in height and strength

• They should be the same age

• They should have the same experience level

What does the term MSD stand for in the context of manual handling injuries?

• Musculoskeletal Disorders

• Mechanical Safety Devices

• Manual Safety Directives

• Material Safety Data

What should you do before lifting or handling a load?

• Start lifting immediately

• Plan the lift

• Ask someone else to lift it

• Ignore the load

What is the recommended way to hold a load?

• At arm's length

• As close to the body as possible

• On your shoulder

• Above your head

Where should the load be kept while lifting?

• Above the head

• Close to the waist

• At arm's length

• On the floor