Noise and Safety Quiz

What is the decibel level of a normal conversation?

• 60 decibels

• 90 decibels

• 120 decibels

• 80 decibels

According to the regulations, what is the maximum safe exposure limit to noise in decibels?

• 80 decibels

• 85 decibels

• 87 decibels

• 90 decibels

What must employers provide if the daily or weekly average exposure to noise is 85 decibels?

• Ear plugs

• Hearing protection

• Safety goggles

• Respirators

What are carcinogens?

• Substances that cause genetic mutation

• Substances that cause cancer

• Substances that cause allergies

• Substances that cause infections

What must be reported under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR)?

• Only deaths

• Only occupational diseases

• All workplace accidents and dangerous occurrences

• Only gas incidents

What is the decibel level of a working lawn mower?

• 60 decibels

• 90 decibels

• 120 decibels

• 100 decibels

What is the purpose of reporting accidents to the HSE?

• To punish the workers

• To identify ways of preventing future accidents

• To increase insurance premiums

• To close the workplace

What are mutagens?

• Agents that cause infections

• Agents that cause genetic mutation

• Agents that cause allergies

• Agents that cause cancer

What is the decibel level of a loud rock concert?

• 60 decibels

• 90 decibels

• 120 decibels

• 100 decibels

What should be done if the daily or weekly average exposure to noise is 80 decibels?

• Provide hearing protection

• Provide information and training

• Provide safety goggles

• Provide respirators