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WorksheetsRecap of Sessions 8 & 9
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a hazard in a workplace context?
A person responsible for safety
Anything that can cause harm
The likelihood of harm occurring
A tool used for managing risks
Which of the following is NOT a step in the risk assessment process?
Identifying hazards
Determining who might be harmed
Recording your findings
Ignoring low-risk hazards
Which is the main regulation that requires employers to assess risks to the health and safety of their employees?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
Health and Safety at Work Act
Work at Height Regulations
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
What should be done if a hazard is identified in the workplace?
Ignore it if no one is hurt
Recognise and remove it or limit the risk
Wait for the Health and Safety Executive to investigate
Only report it if an accident occurs
What is the primary goal of conducting risk assessments?
To comply with the law
To identify hazards and eliminate risks
To assign blame when an accident occurs
To reduce company costs
What is the safest option when dealing with potential hazards?
Ignoring minor hazards
Using faulty tools carefully
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Leaving machines unattended
In the hierarchy of controls, what is the best method to manage a hazard?
Substitution
Elimination
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Administrative controls
Which step involves assessing the likelihood and severity of potential harm?
Step 1: Identify hazards
Step 3: Evaluate risks and decide on precautions
Step 4: Record findings
Step 5: Review and update regularly
Which of the following hazards might require PPE as a control measure?
Loose wires causing a trip hazard
Water from a kettle on the floor
Loud machinery causing hearing damage
Blocked fire exits
Why is it important to regularly review and update risk assessments?
To meet company rules
To ensure the risk assessment is always current and effective
To reduce paperwork
To avoid workplace audits
