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Health and Safety Terminology

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Risk Assessment

a)

Process of identifying and evaluating hazards and implementing control measures.

b)

A method for calculating financial risks in investments.

c)

A strategy for improving employee productivity.

d)

A technique for enhancing customer satisfaction.

2.

CDM Regulations

a)

Construction (Design and Management) Regulations for improving safety in projects.

b)

Construction Development and Management guidelines for project efficiency.

c)

Construction Design and Maintenance standards for quality assurance.

d)

Construction Design and Management Regulations for environmental protection.

3.

Edge Protection

a)

Barriers to prevent workers or materials from falling.

b)

A type of safety harness worn by workers.

c)

A method of securing tools to prevent drops.

d)

A warning sign indicating a hazardous area.

4.

Emergency Evacuation Plan

a)

A predefined procedure for safely leaving the workplace during emergencies.

b)

A plan for organizing team meetings effectively.

c)

A strategy for improving employee productivity.

d)

A guideline for maintaining workplace cleanliness.

5.

Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA)

a)

A law that regulates food safety in restaurants.

b)

Primary legislation governing workplace safety in the UK.

c)

A guideline for environmental protection in the UK.

d)

A policy for employee benefits and compensation.

6.

Hi-Vis Clothing

a)

Reflective gear to ensure workers are visible.

b)

Casual wear for outdoor activities.

c)

Heavy-duty clothing for construction sites.

d)

Fashionable attire for urban settings.

7.

RIDDOR

a)

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.

b)

Regulations for Industrial Development and Design Operations.

c)

Rules for Injury Detection and Data Operations.

d)

Regulations on Industrial Diseases and Dangerous Operations.

8.

Control Measures

a)

Actions taken to minimize risks from hazards.

b)

Strategies to increase productivity in the workplace.

c)

Methods to enhance employee satisfaction.

d)

Procedures for conducting performance reviews.

9.

Drying room

a)

Room where employees can dry clothes and get changed privately.

b)

A place for storing cleaning supplies.

c)

An area designated for meetings and discussions.

d)

A lounge for employees to relax during breaks.

10.

Ladders

a)

Portable climbing tools that must comply with safety standards.

b)

Heavy machinery used for construction purposes.

c)

Fixed structures for climbing to high places.

d)

Tools used for measuring heights.

11.

Stakeholder

a)

Internal stakeholders include only managers and owners.

b)

External stakeholders consist of investors, suppliers, and communities.

c)

Stakeholders are only those who have a financial interest in the company.

d)

Internal stakeholders are those who work for the company, while external stakeholders are those who are affected by the company's actions.

12.

Ergonomics

a)

Designing tasks to fit the worker, minimizing strain and injury.

b)

Creating a comfortable workspace with no regard for safety.

c)

Maximizing productivity by increasing work hours.

d)

Implementing strict rules without considering employee comfort.

13.

Fire Extinguisher

a)

Device for controlling small fires (e.g., water, foam, CO2 types).

b)

A tool used for measuring temperature.

c)

A type of alarm system for detecting smoke.

d)

A device for extinguishing large forest fires.

14.

Fire Triangle

a)

Heat, fuel, oxygen

b)

Water, carbon, nitrogen

c)

Heat, carbon dioxide, fuel

d)

Oxygen, hydrogen, fuel

15.

Respirator

a)

Dust mask.

b)

Surgical mask.

c)

N95 respirator.

d)

Face shield.

16.

Harness

a)

Safety device to prevent falls from height.

b)

A type of clothing worn for warmth.

c)

A tool used for lifting heavy objects.

d)

A device for measuring temperature.

17.

PAT Testing

a)

Portable Appliance Testing to ensure electrical tools are safe.

b)

Personal Appliance Testing for home devices.

c)

Periodic Assessment of Tools for safety compliance.

d)

Professional Assessment of Technology for electrical devices.

18.

Near Miss

a)

An incident that could have caused harm but did not.

b)

A minor injury that requires no medical attention.

c)

A situation where harm was intentionally avoided.

d)

An event that resulted in significant damage.

19.

Fire Marshal

a)

Person designated to manage fire safety procedures.

b)

Individual responsible for fire investigations.

c)

Officer in charge of fire department operations.

d)

Volunteer assisting in community fire drills.

20.

Legislation

a)

Laws formally enacted by a governing body, providing the framework within which regulations are created.

b)

A set of guidelines issued by a regulatory agency to ensure compliance.

c)

A collection of opinions and recommendations from legal experts.

d)

An informal agreement between parties that is not legally binding.