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What year are the electricity at work regulations dated?
1988
1990
1998
1989
A work site requires a first aider
True
False
An electrical fire can be dealt with by the following fire extinguisher(s)
CO², Dry Powder and Foam
CO² and Dry Powder
Water and Foam
CO², Dry Powder and Foam
The health and safety at work act calls for all individuals to be responsible for health and safety
True
False
The enforcing body for health and safety issues is
Health and Safety Enforcing Agency
Health and Safety Agency
Health and Safety Executive
Health and Safety Authority
The aims of a risk assessment are to:
Document that risks have been evaluated
Reduce PPE
Reduce the risk
Provide an instruction set
Asbestos is dangerous under all circumstances
True
False
Working at height applies in which scenarios?
Working on a tube station platform
Working on a mobile platform
Working off a step ladder
Working next to a trench
What does this symbol represent?
Acid
Burns
Corrosive
Use hand soap
What does this symbol represent?
Flammable
Explosive
Oxidising
Toxic
What does this symbol represent?
Harmful
Hazardous
Dangerous to the enviroment
Pollutant
What does this symbol represent?
Irritant / Harmful
Toxic
Hazardous
Danger
Whilst erecting a tower it is important to include which of the following:
Toe boards
Horizontal braces
Diagonal braces
Stabilisers
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Constancy of Substances Hazardous and Harmful
Control of Serious Hazardous and Harms
Constancy of Substances Hazardous and Harmful
Under COSHH it is not permitted to use harmful substances
True
False
COSHH applies to which of the following substances?
Dust
Chemicals
Fumes
Vapours
PUWER only applies if the company owns the equipment
True
False
Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 (2002) apply to anyone using a display screen
True
False
BS 7671 is law
True
False
EAWR 1989 is law
True
False
If someone is found lying on the floor across an exposed live electrical cable, what is the first action to be taken ?
Grab the injured person and move them away from the cable
Telephone reception for assistance
Tell the regional electrical company to switch off the supply to the building
Check for your own safety before proceeding
What type of sign is coloured in Yellow with black images and white writing?
Warning
Prohibition
Mandatory
Safe
What type of sign is coloured in blue and white?
Warning
Mandatory
Prohibition
Safety
If an employee discovers a safety hazard in the workplace, what is their responsibility ?
Leave the premises immediately
Report it to the local health authority
Avoid the hazard whilst working
Report it to a supervisor
If airborne dust is present in the workplace during operations, what PPE should be used by employees ?
Safety glasses
Disposable overalls
Face screen
Disposable respirator
What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in the workplace?
To identify potential hazards
To ensure employee satisfaction
To increase productivity
To reduce operational costs
Which of the following is a common method for controlling workplace hazards?
Elimination
Substitution
Engineering controls
All of the above
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically used to protect the eyes?
Gloves
Safety goggles
Earplugs
Hard hat
What is the primary purpose of the Health and Safety at Work Act?
To ensure employee satisfaction
To protect the health, safety, and welfare of employees
To increase productivity
To reduce operational costs
What type of fire extinguisher should be used on a flammable liquid fire?
Water
Foam
CO²
Dry Powder
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