Environmental Health and Safety Quiz

What is the purpose of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?

• To enforce traffic regulations

• To manage employment law

• To regulate building construction

• To regulate pollution, manage waste, and protect land, air, and water resources

What does the Pollution Prevention and Control Act require businesses to do?

• Obtain permits and reduce pollution using best techniques

• Provide annual public speeches

• Export all waste materials

• Submit monthly tax returns

What are the penalties for polluting under the PPCA?

• Community service only

• Warning letter

• Unlimited fines, up to 5 years in prison, and cleanup costs

• No penalties

What does the Clean Air Act regulate?

• Emissions from industrial sources and vehicles

• Noise levels in schools

• Recycling habits at home

• Street lighting

What is the aim of the Radioactive Substances Act 1993?

• To reduce packaging waste

• To promote electric cars

• To encourage pesticide use

• To control the use, storage, and disposal of radioactive substances

What is the purpose of an EMS according to ISO 14001?

• To track office supplies

• To increase profits

• To manage environmental aspects and improve performance

• To manage HR issues

What does ISO 14001 emphasize?

• Continual improvement and legal compliance

• Low staff turnover

• Road safety campaigns

• Import/export policies

What is the Climate Change Levy (CCL)?

• A fine for littering

• A UK tax on energy use by businesses to reduce carbon emissions

• A tax on plastic bags

• A tax on vehicle registrations

What is the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA)?

How does solar energy work?

• Air pressure is increased by sunlight

• Coal is heated in sunlight

• Water is pumped through mirrors

• Photovoltaic panels convert sunlight into electricity