Workplace Safety and Reporting Quiz

What is an accident in the workplace?

• A planned event that causes damage

• An unplanned event that causes injury, illness, or damage

• A minor incident that causes no harm

• A daily safety inspection

What is meant by a near miss?

• An incident where no harm occurred but could have

• A deliberate act of carelessness

• A planned training exercise

• A major injury that required hospitalisation

Which of the following best describes a dangerous occurrence?

• A low-risk event that can be ignored

• An event that must be reported even if no one was injured

• Any illness caused by dust or fumes

• A safety meeting about incidents

What does RIDDOR stand for?

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

• Regulations for Industrial Duties and Operational Reporting

• Record of Incidents, Damages and Operational Risks

• Reporting of Industrial Damage and Other Risks

Under RIDDOR, which of the following must be reported to the HSE?

• Minor paper cuts

• Fractures, amputations, and serious burns

• Late arrival of workers

• Lost tools or equipment

Why is it important to report near misses as well as accidents?

• It helps identify hazards before they cause harm

• It adds unnecessary paperwork

• It delays the project

• It’s only for insurance reasons

Who is usually responsible for reporting accidents on a construction site?

• The site manager or employer

• The cleaning staff

• The nearest co-worker

• The site visitor

After an accident occurs, what should be done first?

• Take photos of the area

• Make the area safe and give first aid

• Report it to the press

• Wait until the end of the shift to act

How long does an employer have to report an over-seven-day injury under RIDDOR?

• 3 days

• 5 days

• 10 days

• 15 days

What is the purpose of an accident book?

• To record injuries and incidents in the workplace

• To report incidents directly to the HSE

• To store staff contact information

• To list job site schedules