Employment Law and Workplace Safety Quiz

What does a contract of employment set out?

• Holiday pay only

• Terms and conditions of work

• Uniform requirements

• Lunch break times

How is holiday entitlement typically calculated?

• 2 days per week

• 1.5 days per month worked

• 10 days per year flat rate

• 0.5 days per month worked

Which law requires employers to make the workplace safe and carry out risk assessments?

• Disability Discrimination Act 2005

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• Data Protection Act 1999

• COSHH Regulations 2002

The Data Protection Act 1999 ensures:

• Equal pay for men and women

• Fair handling of personal information

• Safe disposal of hazardous waste

• Free medical checks for staff

The Disability Discrimination Act 2005 gives rights in which of the following areas?

• Employment, Education, Access to services

• Health, Safety, Training

• Wages, Overtime, Holiday pay

• Insurance, Pension, Retirement

Which is part of employer responsibility for workplace safety?

• Providing washing facilities and toilets

• Allowing staff to set their own working hours

• Offering free meals

• Providing company cars

What is PAT testing used for?

• Testing safety of portable electrical equipment

• Checking pressure in air tanks

• Assessing hearing damage from noise

• Monitoring PPE wear and tear

Which extinguisher is safe to use on electrical fires?

• Water

• Foam

• CO₂

• Wet chemical

In the event of an electric shock, what is the first step?

• Give CPR immediately

• Check for danger and remove danger

• Call emergency services straight away

• Place casualty in the recovery position

When working with engineering fluids, PPE should be:

• Waterproof and non-slip

• Disposable after one use

• Loose fitting for comfort

• Made from wool