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WorksheetsRecap of session 2 & 3 - Legislation and Regulations
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 3mins
What is the primary purpose of health and safety legislation?
To enforce workplace discipline
To promote good practice and minimise risks
To create jobs in safety inspections
To reduce company expenses
According to Health and Safety Executive (HSE) statistics for 2020/2021, how many workers were killed at work?
100
142
200
512
What type of health and safety publications must be followed by law?
Advisory
Statutory
Non-mandatory
Informative
The Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) 1974 aims to protect which group?
Employers only
Customers only
Both people at work and others affected by work activities
Contractors only
Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, which of the following is NOT covered?
Asbestos
Vapours
Mists
Chemicals
What is the key function of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)?
Protect the public from dangerous machinery
Ensure that equipment is used only by trained individuals
Which type of safety sign indicates actions or behaviours that must be followed in the workplace?
Prohibition
Warning
Mandatory
Emergency
What is a key responsibility of employers under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR) 1992?
Allow employees to handle loads without risk assessments
Avoid hazardous manual handling operations where possible
Make manual handling optional
Only provide training for managers
The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulations require employers to:
Use PPE only when mandated by employees
Provide PPE that is stored safely and maintained properly
Make PPE optional in all cases
Limit PPE use to supervisors only
According to the Workplace (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations, which of the following is NOT a requirement for employers?
Maintain proper ventilation
Ensure good lighting conditions
Provide personal lockers for all employees
Avoid installing safety glass
