Understanding Health and Safety legislation, practices and procedures

Following a risk assessment, it may be possible to remove a particular hazard from the workplace completely. What is this better known as?
1. elimination
2. substitution
3. PPE
4. supervision
Following a risk assessment, it may be possible to replace a hazardous substance with a safer one. What is this better known as?
1. elimination
2. substitution
3. PPE
4. supervision
Machinery often has this fitted to prevent users of the machinery from being in close proximity to dangerous moving parts.
1. fencing
2. guarding
3. shielding
4. covers
Which one of the following would be protected against if RPE was used?
1. chemicals being spilt onto the bare skin (i.e. hands)
2. chemicals being breathed in
3. chemicals being spilled onto clothing and absorbed through the skin
4. chemicals that can be ingested over time
How can un-planned machinery and equipment hazards be prevented in the workplace?
1. better training
2. higher qualified staff
3. preventative maintenance
4. only use high quality machinery and equipment
Which description describes the signs shown here
1. the danger is acid and you must wear protective clothing
2. acid is prohibited in this area unless you wear overalls
3. the danger is acid and you are advised to wear protective clothing
4. the acid sign is an information sign telling you to wear overalls
What do we call a document which sets out a systematic process for a set task?
1. method statement
2. risk assessment
3. job sheet
4. permit to work
How can damage and loss be reduced in the workplace?
1. better security on site
2. returning equipment to correct storage when finished with
3. staff training for all employees
4. replace equipment regularly before its lost or damaged
Which one of the following would not help reduce accidents and incidents in the workplace?
1. regular risk assessments
2. method statements for tasks
3. using a safe system of work
4. minimal staff training
Which of the following contributes to a safer working environment?
1. keeping the work area tidy
2. returning tools and equipment to its correct storage when you have finished working with it
3. following employer instructions with regard to safety
4. ensuring you follow codes of practice, method statements and the actions of risk assessments
Which one of the following is not a concern when using a cartridge tool?
1. loud noise
2. high-speed projectile
3. recoil
4. temperature
What PPE should be worn when using an angle grinder?
1. ear defenders
2. gloves
3. face shield
4. all PPE shown in these answers
Which of the following safety signs is mandatory?
Which of the following safety signs is a prohibition?
Which of the following safety signs is a warning sign?
Which of the following safety signs is a safe condition (information) sign?

Understanding Health and Safety legislation, practices and procedures - hazards

Hazards - 10 questions from a bank of questions