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WorksheetsHealth & Safety Responsibilities
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 23mins
What are the two main causes of workplace injuries?
Slips, trips and falls
Contact with hazardous substances
Hit by construction plant
Manual handling
What is an accident?
Something that went wrong
Someone else fault
Something that was Badly planned
An unplanned event that leads to injury or damage
Who is responsible for health and safety at work?
Everyone at work
Your supervisor
Health & safety executive
Your employer
Which one of these is NOT your employer's responsibility under HASAWA?
Maintenance of the workplace
Provide a suitable work environment
Provide at least one meal a day for employees
Give staff appropriate training
How can one prevent slips, trips and falls?
Making sure that the facilities have a smoke detector and fire alarm.
Cleaning up spills immediately and keeping pathways clear and clean.
By developing an emergency evacuation plan.
None of the above.
What is the most effective way to reduce injuries?
All of the above
Improve Work Policies & Procedures
Remove the Hazard
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
What term refers to the possibility that a person may be harmed or suffers adverse health effects if exposed to a hazard?
Risk
Hazard
Chance
Likelihood
Workplace safety is the responsibility of (a) .
Everyone
Employees
Supervisors
Employers
Who is responsible for regulating the workplace?
The Ministry of Defence
The NFL
The Health and Safety Executive
The Home Office
Which of the following is NOT an example of personal protective equipment?
Hard Hat
Safety Glasses
Stair Rail
Gloves
What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment?
To identify potential hazards and implement control measures
To ensure employees are wearing uniforms
To increase company profits
To monitor employee attendance
Which of the following is a common cause of workplace accidents?
Proper training
Inadequate lighting
Regular maintenance
Effective communication
What should be done if a hazard cannot be completely eliminated?
Ignore it
Implement control measures to reduce the risk
Relocate the workplace
Increase working hours
What is the role of a safety officer in the workplace?
To manage employee salaries
To ensure compliance with safety regulations
To organize team-building activities
To oversee marketing strategies
Which of the following is a proactive measure to enhance workplace safety?
Conducting regular safety drills
Waiting for an accident to happen
Ignoring minor safety violations
Reducing the number of safety inspections
What should be included in a workplace safety training program?
Instructions on using personal protective equipment
Guidelines for increasing work hours
Methods to reduce employee benefits
Strategies for cutting down on safety costs
What is the primary goal of workplace safety regulations?
To increase employee productivity
To ensure a safe and healthy work environment
To reduce company expenses
To promote company branding
Which of the following is a key component of a safety management system?
Employee dress code
Regular safety audits
Annual company picnic
Monthly sales targets
What should be done if an employee identifies a potential hazard in the workplace?
Ignore it and continue working
Report it to a supervisor or safety officer
Wait for someone else to notice it
Discuss it during the next team meeting
What is the first step in conducting a risk assessment?
Implementing control measures
Identifying potential hazards
Reviewing safety policies
Conducting employee interviews
Which of the following is a benefit of regular safety training?
Increased employee turnover
Improved safety awareness
Higher operational costs
Reduced productivity
What should be done if an employee is injured at work?
Ignore the injury
Report the incident and seek medical attention
Blame the employee
Continue working as usual
What is the purpose of a safety audit?
To evaluate the effectiveness of safety protocols
To increase employee workload
To reduce the number of safety officers
To promote company products
Which of the following is a key element of emergency preparedness?
Ignoring emergency drills
Having a clear evacuation plan
Reducing emergency exits
Increasing work hours during emergencies
What should be done if safety equipment is found to be faulty?
Continue using it
Report it and replace or repair the equipment
Ignore the issue
Use it only during emergencies
