Workplace Health and Safety Quiz

Which of the following is the main piece of legislation governing health and safety in the workplace in Great Britain?

• The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

• The Workplace Safety Act 1985

• The British Occupational Health Act 1990

• The Employee Protection Act 2000

Who is primarily responsible for ensuring health and safety in the workplace?

• Only the employer

• Only the employee

• Both employer and employee

• The local council

What does a COSHH assessment relate to?

• Fire safety

• Hazardous substances

• Manual handling

• Electrical safety

Which of the following is NOT a type of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

• Safety goggles

• Hard hat

• High-visibility vest

• Mobile phone

What is the minimum legal temperature for a workplace in Great Britain, as recommended by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)?

• 10°C

• 16°C

• 21°C

• 25°C

Which sign colour indicates a mandatory action in the workplace?

• Red

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

What is the correct procedure if you discover a fire in your workplace?

• Finish your work and then leave

• Raise the alarm and evacuate immediately

• Ignore it if it looks small

• Call your friend

Which of the following is a common cause of slips, trips, and falls in the workplace?

• Poor lighting

• Wet floors

• Loose cables

• All of the above

What does RIDDOR stand for?

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

• Regulation of Industrial Diseases and Dangerous Operations Rules

• Risk Identification and Dangerous Occurrence Reporting

• Reporting Injuries and Dangerous Operations Register

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an employer under health and safety law?

• Providing PPE

• Carrying out risk assessments

• Ensuring employees take breaks

• Providing training