City & Guilds 2365 Unit 201: Health & Safety Legislation Quiz

Which Act forms the foundation for all health and safety at work in the UK?

• Environmental Protection Act

• Electricity at Work Regulations

• Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974

• Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations

Who is legally responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of employees at work?

• Clients only

• Employers

• Health and Safety Executive

• Trade unions

Which of these is an example of statutory legislation?

• Approved Codes of Practice

• Acts of Parliament

• Non-statutory guidance

• Manufacturer's instructions

Which term means legally binding in law?

• Non-statutory

• Statutory

• Advisory

• Informative

Which group issues Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs)?

• Trade Unions

• Employers

• Health and Safety Commission

• Clients

Which regulation focuses on safe use of electricity in the workplace?

• Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations

• Electricity at Work Regulations

• Working at Height Regulations

• Manual Handling Operations Regulations

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations reinforce which of the following?

• The need for employers to assess and manage risks to health and safety

• The requirement for annual company audits

• The importance of employee dress codes

• The necessity of weekly staff meetings

Who is covered under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974?

• Electricians only

• Office workers only

• All persons in places where work is carried out

• Clients only

What is the main focus of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations?

• Electrical safety

• Managing hazardous substances

• Manual lifting

• Working at height

Which regulation aims to prevent injuries from falls at work?

• Manual Handling Operations Regulations

• Working at Height Regulations

• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

• Pollution Prevention and Control Act