24 Questions
When is the phase test for Law for Construction Professionals scheduled?
April 5th, 2022
When is the Phase Test for Law for Construction Professionals scheduled to take place?
April 5th, 2022
What is the maximum time allotted to complete the phase test?
90 minutes
What happens if participants start the test later than 10.30am?
They will not be given any extra time
What is the purpose of reviewing data logs?
To track start time and completion time
How long do participants have to complete the Phase Test?
90 minutes
When is the revision session scheduled?
March 29th, 2022
What must participants do at the end of the Phase Test?
Press the 'Submit' button
Which UK government body is responsible for enforcing health and safety at work legislation?
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE
Which legislation is included in workplace health and safety?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM Regulations 2015, and more
Who is responsible for enforcing health and safety at work legislation?
HSE
Which legislation is NOT included in Workplace Health and Safety Legislation?
The Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015
What are the powers of HSE inspectors?
Taking photographs, samples, and measurements
What are the powers of HSE inspectors?
Entering premises, taking photographs and samples, issuing warnings, and more
What are the responsibilities of employers for health and safety?
Risk assessment, providing training, and reporting incidents
Who is responsible for providing health and safety training and equipment?
Employers
What are the responsibilities of employees for health and safety?
Taking reasonable care and reporting inadequate precautions
What is the purpose of RIDDOR regulations?
To report certain work-related accidents
What does RIDDOR require?
Reporting of certain work-related accidents
What do COSHH regulations require employers to do?
Assess and control risks from hazardous substances
Who has legal duties under CDM regulations?
Almost everyone involved in construction
What does COSHH regulate?
Hazardous substances in the workplace
What are the responsibilities of principle contractors under CDM?
Planning, managing, and monitoring the construction phase in liaison with contractors
Who are the dutyholders under CDM?
Clients, designers, and contractors
Study Notes
- Phase test for Law for Construction Professionals on April 5th, 2022.
- Maximum of 90 minutes to complete the test.
- Review data logs to track start time and completion time.
- Revision session on March 29th, 2022.
- Workplace health and safety legislation includes Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM Regulations 2015, and more.
- HSE is responsible for enforcing health and safety at work legislation.
- Powers of HSE inspectors include entering premises, taking photographs and samples, issuing warnings, and more.
- Employers have responsibilities for health and safety, including risk assessment, providing training, and reporting incidents.
- Employees have responsibilities for health and safety, including taking reasonable care and reporting inadequate precautions.
- Penalties for health and safety law violations can be severe.
- Cautions are putting health and safety at risk.
- Co-operate with employer on health and safety.
- Be responsible for safety of anyone affected by work.
- RIDDOR requires reporting of certain work-related accidents.
- COSHH regulates hazardous substances in the workplace.
- CDM regulations aim to integrate health and safety into construction projects.
- Notification to HSE required for certain construction projects.
- Dutyholders under CDM include clients, designers, and contractors.
- Principle designer and contractor responsibilities for notifiable projects.
- Designers must eliminate hazards and provide information on remaining risks.
- The designer must ensure they are competent for the work they do and coordinate with others to manage risk.
- The principle contractor is responsible for planning, managing, and monitoring the construction phase in liaison with contractors.
- The principle contractor must prepare, develop, and implement a written plan and site rules.
- Suitable welfare facilities must be provided from the start and maintained throughout the construction phase.
- Contractors must ensure adequate welfare facilities for their workers, check client awareness of their duties, and plan, manage, and monitor their own work and workers.
- Contractors must comply with specific requirements in Part 4 of the Regulations.
- Contractors must inform the principle contractor of reportable accidents, diseases, and dangerous occurrences.
- Contractors must cooperate with the principle contractor in planning and managing work, including providing information and details of any contractors engaged in the work.
- Contractors must provide any information needed for the Health and Safety File.
- Contractors must inform the principle contractor of any problems with the plan.
Test your knowledge on health and safety legislation and regulations with this construction professional phase test. From the Health and Safety at Work Act to CDM regulations, this quiz covers the key responsibilities and duties of employers, employees, and contractors. Brush up on your understanding of RIDDOR, COSHH, and the role of the HSE in enforcing health and safety laws. With a revision session prior to the test, make sure you're ready to tackle questions on welfare facilities, hazard elimination, and coordination
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