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WorksheetsHealth and Safety Awareness Assessment
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the main purpose of the Health and Safety at Work Act?
To ensure employers pay workers fair wages
To protect workers and others from risks to their health and safety
To regulate working hours in all industries
To provide sick leave for all employees
Under the Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations, employers must:
Replace all computer monitors every two years
Provide free eye tests to all employees
Assess workstations to reduce risks to users
Install blue light filters on all screens
How often should fire risk assessments be reviewed according to Fire Safety regulations?
Every 10 years
Only after a fire has occurred
Monthly
Regularly and when significant changes occur
What is the most common cause of workplace accidents?
Electrical hazards
Chemical spills
Slips, trips, and falls
Machinery malfunction
Under First Aid regulations, what must employers provide in the workplace?
A doctor on site at all times
Adequate first aid equipment and trained personnel
Ambulance services
Medical insurance for all employees
What does DSE stand for in workplace health and safety?
Digital Safety Equipment
Direct Screen Evaluation
Display Screen Equipment
Designated Safety Environment
In Scotland, who has primary responsibility for fire safety in a workplace?
The local fire department
The person who has control of the premises
The health and safety inspector
The most senior employee present
What should you do if you identify a potential trip hazard in your workplace?
Wait for someone else to fix it
Report it immediately and take action to make it safe if possible
Put up a permanent warning sign
Only report it if someone actually trips
How can employers reduce the risk of eye strain for display screen users?
Mandate hourly breaks for all employees
Only hire employees with perfect vision
Install special lighting and ensure proper screen positioning
Restrict computer use to 4 hours per day
What is a key requirement for first aid kits in workplaces?
They must be kept locked at all times
They must be clearly marked and easily accessible
They must contain prescription medications
They must be inspected by government officials monthly
