Health and Safety M/C

What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment?

• To assess the cost of equipment

• To identify hazards and implement safety controls

• To train staff in safe working practices

• To identify areas of improvement in operations

Which of the following is NOT a legal requirement under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

• Employees must comply with safety regulations

• Employers must provide personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Employers must provide a safe working environment

• Employees must report unsafe working conditions

What is the first step in conducting a risk assessment?

• Review safety policies

• Identify the hazards

• Monitor results

• Implement control measures

Which document must be provided to employees to inform them of workplace risks?

• Emergency evacuation plan

• Risk assessment summary

• Equipment user manual

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) list

What is considered personal protective equipment (PPE)?

• Fire extinguisher

• First aid kit

• Hard hat, gloves, and safety boots

• Fire exit signage

Which of the following is an example of an unsafe working practice?

• Wearing appropriate PPE

• Using equipment without proper training

• Conducting regular equipment checks

• Reporting safety hazards

How often should risk assessments be reviewed?

• When a new piece of equipment is introduced

• Every 10 years

• After a workplace accident

• Every month

Which of the following would be considered a high-risk area in a warehouse?

• Quiet office areas

• Staff room

• Clean restrooms

• Storage shelves above head height

What is the purpose of fire drills in the workplace?

• To practice first aid skills

• To review emergency contact information

• To ensure all employees are familiar with evacuation procedures

• To teach employees how to use fire extinguishers

Which of the following should be done if an employee notices a safety hazard at work?

• Wait until the end of the shift to address it

• Report it immediately to the supervisor or safety officer

• Ignore it if it seems minor

• Attempt to fix the hazard without notifying anyone