Health and Safety and Basic Installation Practices Quiz

Which one of the following is the duty of all employees under HASAW 1974?

• Train other employees on relevant safety matters

• Look after their own safety

• Look after the safety of themselves and others around them

• Work independently

BS7671:2018 Amendment 2:2022 is regarded as?

• A sub-section of Electricity at Work regulations

• Statutory regulations

• A mandatory act

• Non statutory regulations

Which one of the following is the primary responsibility of all employers?

• Ensure the workplace is safe without risk to health

• Ensure the workplace is warm and comfortable

• Ensure the workplace is clean and tidy

• Ensure the workplace is inspected daily to identify any hazards

If PPE is required to complete a work task, who is responsible for the provision of PPE?

• Employee but employer pays for PPE

• Employee

• Employer

• Employer but employee pays for the PPE

Identify the requirements of PUWER?

• Non statutory guidelines for all industry

• Statutory regulations regarding large industry

• Statutory regulations regarding small factories

• Statutory regulations regarding all workplaces

What is the name of the primary legislation concerned with the storage, handling and use of chemicals in the workplace?

• PUWER regulations

• COSHH regulations

• PPE regulations

• RIDDOR regulations

A Health and Safety Policy must be drawn up if there are at least how many employees working for the company?

• 10

• 5

• 20

• 2

With regard to fire precautions, which one of the following is the primary responsibility of the employer?

• All work areas are non-combustible

• Adequate means for escape and fire-fighting equipment are available

• No flammable materials are used in the workplace

• Regular inspections are made to ensure there are no risks of fire

If an employee discovers a safety hazard in the workplace, what is their responsibility?

• Report it to the local health authority

• Leave the premises immediately

• Report it to a supervisor

• Avoid the hazard whilst working

What PPE should be worn by an employee working on an overhead line?

• Hardhat, safety harness and hi-viz jacket

• Hardhat, earplugs and gloves

• Hardhat, thermals and RPE

• Hardhat, donkey-jacket and goggles