T-Level - Unit 1 H&S - Session 3

What is the purpose of an Approved Code of Practice (ACOP)?

• To replace legislation

• To provide legal advice

• To give practical guidance on complying with the law

• To replace company policy

Who approves each ACOP?

• The Prime Minister

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

• Department for Education

• British Standards Institute

What does ‘so far as reasonably practicable’ mean in health and safety?

• Do nothing until forced

• Eliminate all risks at all costs

• Balance the level of risk against time, money and effort required

• Always follow rules without exception

Which Act is the foundation of health and safety legislation in the UK?

• RIDDOR 2013

• COSHH 2002

• PUWER 1998

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

Which regulation focuses on accidents and near-misses?

• COSHH

• RIDDOR

• CDM

• HASAWA

What is the legal hierarchy for health and safety guidance?

• ACOPs → Regulations → HASAWA

• HASAWA → ACOPs → Regulations

• HASAWA → Regulations → ACOPs

• Regulations → ACOPs → HASAWA

Which document gives guidance on controlling legionella bacteria?

• L8

• INDG258

• PUWER

• HSG264

What does HSG stand for in ACOPs?

• Hazardous Site Guide

• Health and Safety General

• Health and Safety Guidance

• Health Safety Governance

Which ACOP covers asbestos surveys?

• INDG401

• HSG264

• L56

• INDG363

What type of guidance is INDG401?

• Industry guidance

• Legal framework

• Internal procedure

• Case study