Safety Regulations in the Construction Industry

What does "Legislation" mean?

• A set of rules made by a teacher

• A law or a set of laws passed by Parliament

• A type of construction tool

• A safety helmet

Who is responsible for maintaining high safety standards on site?

• Only the manager

• Everyone on site

• Only the safety officer

• Only the workers

What can accidents cause to individuals and families?

• Happiness

• A fun day

• Loss of earnings

• A holiday

What does HSE stand for?

• Health & Safety Executive

• Health & Security Executive

• Health & Safety Examination

• Health & Security Examination

What does IOSH stand for?

• Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

• Institute of Occupational Security and Health

• Institute of Organizational Safety and Health

• Institute of Organizational Security and Health

What might happen if someone breaks H&S Laws?

• They get a reward

• They receive a certificate

• They might face prosecution and lose their job

• They get a day off

Who sets up the HSE?

• The government

• The police

• The employees

• The employers

What can the HSE do in the workplace?

• Carry out inspections and spot checks

• Build new offices

• Hire new employees

• Design new uniforms

Who can be taken to court for breaking health and safety legislation?

• An employer, employee, or self-employed person

• Only the employer

• Only the employee

• Only the police

What does RoSPA stand for?

• The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents

• The Royal Society for the Promotion of Accidents

• The Royal School for the Prevention of Accidents

• The Regal Society for the Prevention of Accidents