Health and Safety Quiz

What is the primary objective of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

• To reduce the risk of physical injury in the workplace

• To ensure workplaces are environmentally friendly

• To safeguard employees' mental health

• To regulate working hours in hazardous environments

What does COSHH stand for?

• Control of Occupational Safety and Health

• Control of Substances Harmful to Health

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

• Certification of Occupational Safety and Health

How many employees do you need to have for risk assessments to be a written document?

• Any

• 10

• 3

• 5

Which of the following is required by the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?

• Employers must conduct risk assessments

• All employees must have basic needs met

• Employers must provide free medical check-ups

• Workplace injuries must be reported to local authorities

Which of the following does RIDDOR 2013 require to be reported?

• Only workplace injuries resulting in severe issue

• All injuries and illness

• Health insurance details of employees

• Non-work-related health conditions

Which of these is regulated by the Workplace (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations 1992?

• The handling of hazardous substances in laboratories

• The minimum temperature required in workplaces

• How long workers are allowed to sit down on their shift

• Fire exits must be wider than 2 meters

What do the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 require employers to do?

• Provide employees with clothing only during specific months

• Ensure the equipment is suitable, maintained, and provided free of charge

• Require employees to provide their own personal protective equipment

• Only supply equipment if an accident occurs

How long should RIDDOR records be kept?

• 3 years

• 1 year

• 5 years

• 10 years

Which activity is primarily covered under the Manual Handling Regulations 1992?

• Lifting, carrying, and moving loads

• Operating lifts

• Handling hazardous waste disposal procedures

• Operating heavy machinery

The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) came into effect in which year?

• 2016

• 2017