Health and Safety Regulations Quiz BW

What does HASAWA stand for?

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Hazard and Safety Warning Act

• Health Authority Support and Welfare Act

• Hazardous Substances Awareness and Work Act

Which organisation enforces health and safety legislation in the UK?

• HSE

• NHS

• DEFRA

• ACAS

What is the purpose of RIDDOR?

• To control hazardous substances

• To regulate electrical installations

• To report workplace injuries and dangerous events

• To manage manual handling

COSHH regulations are designed to protect workers from:

• Falls from height

• Electrical shocks

• Hazardous substances

• Fire risks

What does PPE stand for?

• Private Protection Equipment

• Personal Protective Equipment

• Public Protection Environment

• Professional Protective Essentials

PUWER relates to:

• Control of lifting gear

• Electrical wiring inspections

• Provision and use of work equipment

• Use of chemicals in the workplace

LOLER regulations cover:

• Manual handling of people

• Use of ladders and towers

• Lifting operations and equipment

• Working in confined spaces

What do the Electricity at Work Regulations aim to ensure?

• All installations are PAT tested weekly

• Appliances are environmentally friendly

• Electrical systems are used and maintained safely

• Only licensed electricians can work on circuits

Which regulation requires employers to carry out risk assessments?

• MHSWR

• DSEAR

• COSHH

• HASAWA

DSE regulations help protect people who use:

• Fire extinguishers

• Ladders and scaffolding

• Computer screens and display equipment

• Power tools